The HEAL Project

A former Marin County filmmaker is drawing attention for a project focused on restoring and protecting the world's oceans. The profile in the Marin Independent Journal highlights his transition from filmmaking to ocean conservation work, detailing efforts to address pollution and ecosystem damage. Local readers are engaging with the story of a hometown figure dedicating himself to marine environmental causes.

The HEAL Project is wrapping up a year it describes as one of connection and joyful growth, highlighted by a new strategic plan, an Indigenous garden and talking circle, three new farm programs, and partnerships with six new produce partners. The organization says the milestones reflect expanded educational and food-access work in its community.

A Detroit family has turned vacant land into a working urban farm, according to Planet Detroit. The story highlights how the project is healing both the soil and the surrounding community, offering fresh food and a gathering space in a city known for widespread empty lots and grassroots revitalization efforts.

Apna Ghar, a Chicago-based nonprofit serving survivors of gender-based violence, has released a cookbook featuring recipes collected from the survivors it supports. The project highlights food as a way to share stories, preserve culture and mark healing. It also brings attention to the organization's broader work supporting immigrant and community members affected by domestic violence.