Help Us Build a Community of Healing: Support Both Ark Gardens Initiatives: The ATHENA Project & The Tulio Project!
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We need your support to make a real impact for research, site investigations, & ongoing support efforts! Our mission is simple but powerful: to create sustainable, community-driven change by rescuing stray animals & turtles, growing food for local families, and fostering a sense of unity through education and hands-on involvement.

About The ATHENA Project
Named in honor of our beloved service dog, Athena, The ATHENA Project focuses on two core goals: Rescue and Safe Passage for Stray Animals: We will provide logistics & support for stray dogs at our pilot project Chester Location & work tirelessly to get them the care & love they need. Our goal is to offer shelter, rehabilitation, and ultimately, forever homes for these animals.
Community Food Forests: We are committed to transforming unused land into flourishing food forests that can feed local families. Inspired by the agricultural practices of the Indigenous Lenape tribe, especially their "Three Sisters" method, we emphasize sustainable, organic farming to provide fresh produce for the community.

About The Tulio Project
The Tulio Project, led by our ambassador turtle, Tulio, focuses on rescuing and rehabilitating turtles while educating the community about the importance of conservation and sustainability. The project also includes efforts to grow organic food and teach the community about sustainable living practices, uniting people of all ages around environmental stewardship.

Why We Need Your Support

Your donations will help us:
Research & Create Both Projects
Build a safe haven for stray dogs, while protecting our community
Develop community food forests
Expand our turtle rescue and rehabilitation efforts through The Tulio Project.
Provide educational programs that teach people about organic farming, conservation, and Indigenous agricultural practices.
Engage volunteers from the local recovery and mental health community, creating opportunities for healing and connection.

We are attempting to work closely with community organizations, universities, and local residents, but we need more volunteers, resources, and financial support to bring these initiatives to life. Whether you can donate or share our campaign, every contribution counts toward building a brighter future for our communities, animals, people, and environment.

Thank you for believing in our mission. Together, we can create lasting change—healing our environment, our community, and the lives of those who need it most.

Join Us in Building a Future of Compassion, Conservation, and Unity!