BEETs

BEETs
About the Program

The Band of Environmentally Educated and Employable Teens is a paid fellowship and hands-on learning experience in which youth gain job skills through learning about environmental justice and gardening with a small group of peers.

BEETs 2026 Spring Fellowship Applications Are LIVE!
Ready to grow your leadership skills and make an impact in your community? Apply here and check out our FAQ for all the details.
Deadline: January 19th at 11:59 PM — don’t miss it!

Serving youth of color and low income youth ages 14-25, the BEETs Program meets in the Western Addition and holds sessions both indoors in our classroom, and outdoors in our learning gardens. Youth are compensated with a pay increase available if they choose to return as a Leadership Crew member the following year.

If you have any questions, please email kailyne@communitygrows.org

BEETs 2026 Spring Fellowship Applications Are LIVE!
Ready to grow your leadership skills and make an impact in your community? Apply here and check out our FAQ for all the details.
Deadline: January 19th at 11:59 PM — don’t miss it!

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“Beets is way too much good fun; A reliable and job preparation program is a ticket that every high-schooler should take when presented, take it from me.”  🎓

-Sincere, BEETs Intern, 2023-2024 school year

“BEETs has provided me a safe space and community – I learned about food injustice while making fond memories with people I deeply care about.” 🌱

-Hillary, BEETs Intern, 2023-2024 school year

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