Planting Seeds. Growing Futures.
Urban Roots of Tennessee is a 501c3 non-profit reimagining education, agriculture, and entrepreneurship—right in the heart of Memphis. Join us as we cultivate the next generation of growers, leaders, and changemakers.
Hands-On Education
Our immersive learning programs connect students with the earth and teach sustainable farming practices through direct experience.
Community Agriculture
We're growing more than just food—we're cultivating community resilience and food security in the heart of Memphis.
Youth Entrepreneurship
Through our market programs, young people develop business skills while connecting their community with fresh, local food.
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A Living Classroom. A Thriving Ecosystem.
Our Vision
Urban Roots is buzzing with excitement as we cultivate food equity, spark entrepreneurial fire, and deliver mind-blowing hands-on education in Memphis's 38128 zip code!
Our Impact
We're growing the most amazing urban community farm in West Tennessee, where students don't just read about sustainability—they dig in, get their hands dirty, and experience the thrill of cultivation, connect with animals, and jump into real-world market adventures!
Our Community
Nestled in the vibrant heart of Raleigh, we're revolutionizing education while tackling food deserts head-on! Our secret ingredient? The amazing energy of young leaders and the magic of community-powered agriculture that's transforming neighborhoods one harvest at a time!
More Than a Farm. It's a Future.
Our campus features a complete self-sustaining agricultural ecosystem where STAR Academy students gain hands-on experience every day. Each element of our farm has been designed with both education and sustainability in mind:
Greenhouse Agriculture
Our state-of-the-art greenhouse features hydroponics and aquaponics systems, allowing students to learn advanced growing techniques while producing fresh vegetables for retail in environmentally controlled spaces.
Raised Planter Gardening
Students cultivate seasonal produce in our raised planters, learning to grow both cool and warm season crops while understanding the health benefits of organic farming methods.
Water Management Systems
Our natural water collection and biological filtration ponds create a closed-loop irrigation system, teaching sustainability while providing essential resources for all growing methods.
Learning That Grows With You
Daily Agriculture Classes
Pre-K through 8th grade students participate in curriculum-aligned farming education with our full-time agriculture teacher.
Weekly Market Days
Students harvest, price, and sell their produce directly to the community, learning entrepreneurship and business skills firsthand.
Summer Camps
Intensive programs where local youth can deepen their agricultural knowledge while having fun during school breaks.
Community Workshops
Open learning opportunities where families can discover urban farming techniques to implement at home.
Dig In. Join the Mission.
Volunteer
From weekend garden maintenance to helping with Market Day, we need hands of all ages to help our farm thrive. Sign up for individual or group opportunities year-round.
Donate
Your support directly impacts our capacity to grow: $25 provides 5 bags of soil, $100 feeds our animals for a week, and $500 sponsors a class garden bed for an entire year.
Partner
Corporate partnerships provide crucial support through sponsorships, employee volunteer days, and in-kind donations. Join local businesses making a difference in Memphis.
What We're Growing Next...
Statewide Expansion
Bringing the Urban Roots model to schools across Tennessee
Retail Partnerships
Urban Roots products in local Kroger, Sprouts, and Whole Foods stores
Entrepreneurship Pipeline
Creating pathways for students to launch agriculture-based businesses
Community Food Hub
Addressing food insecurity through increased local production
Hear From Our Community
Jamal, Future 3rd Grader
"I've never known where carrots come from. Soon I'll be growing them myself and my mom will buy them from me at Market Day. I want to have my own farm when I grow up."
Dr. Hunter, Ag Advisor
"The farm will transform how I teach. When studying ecosystems or photosynthesis, we won't just read about it—we'll walk outside and see it happening in real time."
Carlos, Prospective Parent Volunteer
"Seeing my daughter's excitement about agriculture will change our family's eating habits. We'll start growing our own herbs, and she'll be teaching ME about composting!"
Connect With Urban Roots
Visit Us
Urban Roots of TN (Behind STAR Academy Charter School)
3240 James Road, Memphis, TN 38128
Contact Us
jgolden@staracademycharter.org
(901) 387-5050
Follow Us
@UrbanRootsTN on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter
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From garden beds to store shelves, we're growing the future of Memphis—one student, one seed, and one harvest at a time. You'll be able to schedule a tour soon. :)