We believe that a single act of kindness can grow into something much greater. Our community garden is more than just a patch of soil—it’s a place where hope is planted, nurtured, and harvested to help families in need. Every seed planted, every weed cleared, and every plant nurtured by our volunteers helps bring fresh, wholesome food to families in need, ensuring that no neighbor has to face hunger alone.

A Few Hours Can Make a Big Impact

Gardening may seem like a small task, but it plays a vital role in our mission to fight hunger. Just a few hours of your time can help ensure that families have access to fresh vegetables and herbs. Whether you’re watering seedlings, turning soil, or harvesting produce, your efforts directly contribute to meals that nourish families who rely on our food pantry.

How Simple Actions Make a Big Difference

• Watering plants ensures they grow strong and produce healthy food.
• Pulling weeds keeps the garden thriving and allows crops to flourish.
• Harvesting vegetables helps stock our pantry with fresh, nutritious food for those in need.
• Planting new seeds ensures that our garden continues to produce throughout the year.

Volunteer Opportunities in the Garden

We welcome everyone—whether you’re an experienced gardener or just looking to lend a hand. Daystar offers regular Garden Volunteer Days where you can get involved and make a difference. Our Wednesday Garden Volunteer Day and Friday Garden Volunteer Day are perfect opportunities to connect with nature, learn new skills, and support your community.

Looking to plan ahead? Our April calendar is available now, listing all upcoming volunteer opportunities. You can check the schedule and find a time that works for you!

Grow Hope with Us 

Every hand that tends our garden helps bring food to someone’s table. If you’re looking for a meaningful way to give back, volunteering in the garden is a beautiful way to make an impact. Together, we can cultivate a stronger, healthier, and more nourished community—one plant at a time.

Come dig in and help us grow hope. Visit our calendar to sign up for a Garden Volunteer Day and be part of something truly special!

Daystar Life Center Joins as a Strategic Partner of Nuevo en US

Daystar Life Center is proud to collaborate with Nuevo en US (www.nuevoenus.org) to support immigrants and the nonprofit organizations that assist them. With the backing of Car Credit (www.carcredittampa.com) and its owner, Steve Cuculich, both organizations are committed to helping Spanish-speaking communities adapt to life in a new country.

Heide Cornell, Executive Director of Daystar, highlights the organization’s personalized approach: “There is no one-size-fits-all solution for individuals and their families. At Daystar, we create Individualized Assistance Plans to support our neighbors on their journey to stability.”

Visit the websites of Nuevo en US, Daystar, or Car Credit to learn how you can contribute to these efforts and make a meaningful impact in the lives of those seeking a fresh start.