Priyanka Deepak Dama

Start your morning with sunshine, soil, and smiles at Festival Beach Food Forest! Volunteering here means more than gardening ;it’s about community, discovery, and joy. With Karen and Austin’s amazing guidance, every seed planted becomes a lesson, every task a chance to learn something new. Their fun, hands-on teaching makes the work feel less like chores and more like an adventure. Come grow with us, laugh with us, and be part of something beautiful right here in Austin!

It was such a joy getting my hands in the soil, gently settling the roots, and knowing I was part of something lasting. Planting my first tree felt like planting a little piece of hope. I loved being out there, learning, connecting, and contributing to something beautiful. I’m genuinely excited to keep coming in, to grow alongside the garden, and to be part of this nurturing space again and again.