letter from our FOUNDER
The inspiration for Engineers Without Borders’ Atlanta project came from my contributions on the Ecuador project. While I was dedicating myself to helping a community in need abroad, I realized that there was a need in the community around me, right by Georgia Tech. I wanted to create a project where we could directly impact the space we live, work, and play in.
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After reaching out to the principal at Harper-Archer Elementary School, we began to formulate our vision, focusing on providing fresh produce in a food-insecure area and engaging young scholars in STEM and urban agricultural practices, all while upholding tenants of sustainable engineering to create a greener, more bountiful future.
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Our project consists of three key components which work together to accomplish our mission of providing for our local community. A self-sustaining interactive greenhouse will be integrated into the science curriculum at all grade levels, providing scholars with hands-on learning. All produce harvested through these programs will be available to students and the community. In addition to the greenhouse, we are implementing a series of STEM workshops focused on sustainable engineering practices to supplement grade-specific science standards.
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We are so excited to work with Deerwood Academy to implement these ideas, but we cannot do it alone. We need resources and support from the people in our communities. Join us in feeding and educating our community through sustainable engineering.
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Sincerely,
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Founder and Project Lead​
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Milestones in Numbers
4K
Dollars Raised
29
volunteers
1
year of progress