SERVING THE COMMUNITY

A group of young volunteers working together at a raised garden bed surrounded by leafy greens and herbs, in an urban greenhouse setting at the Applied Research Garden.

Student volunteers tending to crops at the Applied Research Garden; nurturing growth, learning sustainability, and building community resilience one plant at a time.

The Applied Research Garden is more than a green space—it’s a catalyst for restoration and resilience. Through hands-on urban agriculture, green infrastructure, and intergenerational collaboration, MSK fosters environmental awareness, food security, and a deepened sense of belonging. These efforts have strengthened social ties, reduced crime, and brought healing and opportunity to residents of Richardson Dwellings and beyond.

Two men installing a solar panel atop a wooden frame structure near a garden area, using ladders and tools under direct sunlight as part of a sustainability project.

Community members installing a solar panel structure led by Bo at the Applied Research Garden, demonstrating sustainability in action and empowering local green job training.

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