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About
Mission
Our mission is to empower individuals and communities to reconnect with the land, the food they eat, and one another by revitalizing urban spaces and fostering a resilient, inclusive food culture. We are dedicated to creating a future where access to fresh, healthy, and sustainably grown food is a right, not a privilege.
Through hands-on programs, such as urban farming, food rescue, and community education, we work to transform neglected spaces into thriving hubs of food production and community connection. We believe that by nurturing the land and building strong, supportive networks, we can tackle food insecurity, reduce waste, and create meaningful change in the lives of individuals and families.
By engaging people of all backgrounds and abilities, we strive to create a more equitable food system, rooted in sustainability, regeneration, and mutual respect for the environment and each other.
Vision
We envision a strong network of communities centered around the cultivation of fresh, healthy food.
At The Green Urban Lunch Box, we envision a thriving, interconnected community where everyone has access to fresh, healthy food, and where urban spaces are transformed into sustainable food hubs. Our vision is to cultivate not only food, but also connections – between individuals, neighborhoods, and the land that sustains us. We believe in a future where local food systems are resilient, regenerative, and equitable, empowering people of all backgrounds to take part in growing, sharing, and enjoying food that nourishes both the body and the community.
Through innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to food justice, we strive to create a world where food is grown with care for the earth, where no food goes to waste, and where everyone has the resources and support they need to thrive. By building a diverse and engaged network of farmers, volunteers, and supporters, we are laying the groundwork for a more sustainable, equitable, and healthy future – one where the power of food unites us all.
Rachel Tibolla, Executive Director (she/her)
Our Board
- Matt Mulligan, Chair
- Shawn Kintaudi, Treasurer
- Mary Ann Powles, Secretary
- Lorena Castellanos
- Emily Ingram
- Natalie Kane
- Sarah Puzzo
Contact our Board of Directors at board@gulb.org!