Meet the Team
Ready, Set, Grow! School Garden Network is a nonprofit organization based in Roseville, CA, dedicated to helping local schools set up and run their school garden programs. Our organization is committed to providing support and resources to empower schools and students to cultivate a love for gardening, healthy eating habits, and environmental stewardship. We believe that school gardens can play a vital role in educating and inspiring the next generation.
Our team is passionate about making a positive impact on the community by creating opportunities for hands-on learning and fostering a deeper connection to nature. Through our collaborative efforts with schools, volunteers, and sponsors, we strive to create vibrant and sustainable school garden programs that enrich the educational experience and promote overall well-being.
Meet the Founder
Sabrina Mehlhorn (she, her)
Sabrina is a passionate community builder, gardener, and educator with a deep-rooted belief in the power of outdoor learning. The idea for Ready, Set, Grow! School Garden Network blossomed during her time as the School Garden Coordinator at Spanger Elementary School, where she saw firsthand the transformational impact of school gardens on students, families, and the broader school community. Under her leadership, 95% of students at Spanger participated in monthly garden-based learning, supported by an enthusiastic team of parent volunteers.
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Before moving to California, Sabrina built two thriving community gardens in Vancouver, Canada, from the ground up—creating inclusive, welcoming spaces where neighbors could learn, grow, and connect. Her career in community development also includes serving as a Community Engagement Specialist at United Way British Columbia, where she collaborated with local partners to strengthen families and improve neighborhood well-being.
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Sabrina also founded and successfully ran a vibrant farmers' market in Canada for four years, gaining valuable experience in nonprofit leadership, volunteer coordination, grant writing, and sustainable food systems.
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Now in California, Sabrina is channeling her passion, experience, and vision into building a network of flourishing school gardens across Placer County—where every child can dig into the soil, connect with nature, and grow something meaningful.
Our Board of Directors
Dedication. Expertise. Passion.
Ready, Set, Grow! is guided by a passionate and diverse group of community leaders, educators, and garden enthusiasts who believe in the power of outdoor learning. Our board provides vision, oversight, and support to help grow and sustain vibrant school gardens across our region. Together, we’re cultivating a healthier, more connected future for our students—one garden at a time.
We believe in the potential of school gardens to cultivate a sense of wonder, curiosity, and empowerment within students, inspiring them to become stewards of the environment and healthy living.
Our Mission
Ready, Set, Grow! connects schools with the tools, training, and support they need to build and sustain vibrant garden programs. We empower school communities through hands-on outdoor learning, volunteer coordination, curriculum integration, and long-term garden stewardship.
Our Vision
Our vision is to see every school equipped with a flourishing garden that serves as a living classroom, cultivating a culture of curiosity, sustainability, and wellness.
