Fighting For
A More Generous
World.
The idea for Katie’s Krops began with a 9-year-old girl and a 40 pound cabbage. In 2008 Katie brought home a tiny cabbage seedling from school as part of the Bonnie Plants Third Grade Cabbage Program. She tended to her cabbage and cared for it until it grew to an amazing 40 pounds. Knowing her cabbage was special, she donated to a soup kitchen where it helped feed over 275 people. Moved by the experience of seeing how many people could benefit from the donation of fresh produce to soup kitchens, Katie decided to start vegetable gardens and donate the harvest to help feed people in need.
Become A Grower
Katie’s Krops now has 100 gardens growing across the country and has donated thousands and thousands of pounds of fresh produce to people in need. The mission of Katie’s Krops is to empower youth to start and maintain vegetable gardens of all sizes and donate the harvest to help feed people in need, as well as to assist and inspire others to do the same.
800,000lbs+
Fresh Produce Donated
300+
Gardens Planted
Visit Our
Outdoor
Classroom
Join us at Katie’s Krops Outdoor Classroom in our Flagship Garden
at the Crossroads Community Church in Summerville, SC.
Become A
Volunteer Today!
Do you live in the Charleston/Summerville area? We would love for you to volunteer and help us grow a healthy end to hunger. Volunteers of all ages are welcome to help. Be a part of supplying food pantries, homeless shelters, cancer centers, Katie’s Krops Dinners and families in need with fresh produce. Join our volunteer list to be informed of all opportunities to grow an end to hunger.
Our hearts are so full ❤️
Over the past few days, we’ve been working hard to come together and serve our neighbors during this government shutdown. The response and collaboration from our community have been incredible.
Culinary student chefs at James Island Charter High School, under the direction of Chef Darrel Shepherd, have lovingly prepared 130 quarts of homemade soup and baked 60 loaves of fresh bread.
The soup features ingredients from the Katie’s Krops flagship garden, grown with care by our amazing youth volunteers.
Additional items have been made possible through donations from our Summerville Cares members, with the remainder purchased with our funds. We will continue to work with the culinary students and Chef Shepard to share healthy, fresh food.
This beautiful gift will be at the heart of our Summerville Strong distribution this Wednesday, where we’ll share fresh produce, soup, and kindness with neighbors impacted by the shutdown.
We could still use your help! 💛
If you’re able to contribute bags of groceries (think easy meal items to help fill the gaps), please message me for drop-off details. Every bit helps—and together, we’re showing just how strong and caring our community can be.
#SummervilleStrong #CommunityInAction #KatiesKrops #TogetherWeCan
Nov 4
Summerville Friends,
We are coming together to meet the needs in our community. 🍊🍎🍠🫑
Summerville Strong ~ Fresh food, full hearts, stronger community
Wednesday, November 5th, at 407 S Laurel St, Summerville (Summerville Presbyterian Church), beginning at 4:30 PM – until supplies run out.
We’ll be sharing fresh produce, homemade soup and bread, grocery bags, and milk with those impacted by the government shutdown, including military families, government employees, and SNAP recipients.
This is a drive-thru distribution. We kindly ask that you stay in your cars. Please bring ID. To receive more than one distribution per vehicle for those who are carpooling, each individual must be present with an ID from a different address.
Out of respect for the church providing the location for this event, please do not arrive before 3:30 PM.
This event is made possible through the support of local nonprofits, businesses, and caring community members working together to meet the need.
Let’s continue to show what makes Summerville strong — neighbors supporting neighbors.
Oct 31
During this time of great uncertainty, we are focusing all of our efforts on supporting our neighbors who are not receiving paychecks and/or SNAP benefits. While we love sharing our gardens, growers, and volunteers with you here on social media, our priority right now is to ensure that no one in our community goes without.
The love we have for our community—especially our military members and government employees—is immense, and we are truly blessed to be able to serve.
To everyone working to support their communities during this time, please know that we stand with you and are so grateful for your efforts. When opportunities arise to join us or events that need support, we will share them. We are stronger together. ♥️
Oct 29
To Our Katie’s Krops Family and Neighbors,
Our hearts are with all of our neighbors who are being impacted by the ongoing government shutdown. We know the effects are already being felt by many—families worried about missed paychecks, individuals who rely on SNAP benefits, and local organizations preparing to meet a growing need. Please know that we are listening, we care deeply, and we share in your concern.
This week, we are working closely with amazing local partners and small nonprofits to strengthen our collective response and find ways to best support our community during this difficult time. Together, we can make a meaningful difference.
We also want to share that our spring and summer growing season has come to an end. While we do have a fall and winter garden growing, it does not produce as quickly or as abundantly, so we currently have limited produce available to share. We wish this were not the case.
In moments like this, the importance of community shines brightest. Let’s continue to care for one another, support our neighbors, and stand together through uncertainty.
If you are a community member or organization that would like to collaborate in our efforts, please reach out to Stacy@KatiesKrops.com — we would love to connect.
With love,
Katie & Stacy
Oct 27
Today I had the honor of helping a navy veteran, Jeff, furnish his new home! My brother, John Michael, has an incredible organization called Home Again of the Lowcountry that helps veterans and people transitioning out of homelessness to furnish their new home ❤️ Since beginning in 2015 Home Again has helped over 800 people on their journey to home again! @lowcountryhomeagain
Oct 25
LowCountry Friends,
Join us tomorrow at The Knot Burger Pub for brunch that gives back! This month, we celebrated 15 years of Katie’s Krops Dinners, and guess what? The Knot is celebrating its birthday too! #Whyknot join us in celebrating it the best way we know how, by raising funds for our efforts.
10% of all beverage sales from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. will be donated to Katie’s Krops to help us on our journey to provide healthy, fresh meals to our neighbors.
Please help spread the word and visit the Knot tomorrow! We are so gratful to Dinah, Derek, and the whole Knot crew for their ongoing support!
The Knot Burger Pub is located at 208 E 5th North St, Summerville.
Oct 24
This week, we are proud to dedicate our efforts to supporting our military community. During a time of uncertainty, we want every service member and their family to know that we are here for you — and we are deeply grateful for your service and sacrifice. 🤍🇺🇸
Oct 23
The garden is our favorite classroom! From practicing letters and numbers to learning hands-on math, there’s always something new to discover, and to be proud of! 💛🫑📚
Oct 22
A special throwback to 17 years ago, when nine-year-old Katie was featured on NBC Nightly News with Natalie Morales 💛
This was the very beginning of my story, a moment that changed my life forever. What an incredible journey it has been since that tiny cabbage seedling first took root!
If nine-year-old Katie knew just how much that tiny cabbage would grow to change her life and the lives of so many others, I’m not sure she would believe it. 🌱
Always follow your dreams — you never know where they may lead you! ✨
Oct 21
We ♥️ our friends at Second Chance Thrift Shop!!!
Yesterday was one of our favorite days of the year, coming together to celebrate this incredible organization that gives so much back to the Summerville community. Thanks to their amazing volunteers and the generosity of those who donate and shop, Second Chance awarded an incredible $250,000 in funding to local Summerville nonprofits!
Katie’s Krops was beyond blessed to receive $25,000 to support our flagship and local gardens, helping us continue to provide fresh produce and serve hot, healthy meals through the Katie’s Krops Dinners. 🌱
I am truly in awe of the kindness, dedication, and impact of the Second Chance team, and so deeply grateful for their continued support of Katie’s Krops.
To everyone who donates, volunteers, and shops — thank you for making this possible. The next time you stop by to donate or shop, please thank them for their generous support of Katie’s Krops! Our hearts are overflowing with gratitude and hope 💚
Oct 20
The heart behind 15 years of Katie’s Krops Dinners: our incredible volunteers and supporters. We couldn’t do any of this without y’all, our hearts are still overflowing with joy 💛
A special thank you to @stufffd_chs for making the most beautiful (+ delicious) anniversary cake!!!!
Oct 20
What if we changed the way that we looked at community service? 🌱
For many students, community service is an important part of their school experience. However, it is often a challenge to find opportunities that fit a student’s schedule, age range, and their interests. What should be an inspiring experience can quickly feel like an obstacle rather than an opportunity.
Volunteering provides youth with countless benefits—it builds leadership, teamwork, and communication skills while boosting academic performance, confidence, and emotional well-being. It helps young people develop empathy, resilience, and a deeper sense of social responsibility.
The most meaningful service often comes when it’s driven by passion. What if instead of simply finding ways to fulfill service hours, we empowered youth to create their own paths of service—following their hearts, identifying needs they care deeply about, and designing projects that make a real difference?
Imagine if students became the leaders of their own service efforts—learning to plan, organize, and implement ideas that matter to them. Imagine if the people they helped were the ones signing off on their service forms. The impact could be incredible.
That’s exactly the vision behind the Youth Service Leadership Basecamp, hosted by Katie’s Krops in partnership with the College of Charleston School of Business and Google. This fall, the Basecamp will offer an inspiring, hands-on opportunity for motivated youth ages 12–19 to step into leadership and make a lasting impact in their communities.
To learn more and register, click the link in our bio. Registration closes October 24th 💛
Oct 19
Who knew a tiny cabbage seedling would change my life in the most incredible way?
Discovering my passion at a young age led me down a path filled with purpose — serving others, building connections and lifelong friendships, and learning how to lead with heart.
Now, I want to help others experience that same spark of discovery. In partnership with Google and the College of Charleston School of Business, I’m so excited to host Discover Your Cabbage, an event for youth ages 12–19! 🌱
This two-part experience (November 1st & 15th, 9:00–11:30 a.m.) will empower students to uncover their passions, explore leadership, and discover the joy of giving back — all from a young age.
✨ Spots are limited! And registration closes October 24th!
Learn more and sign up with the link in our bio. ✨
Together, let’s be the change in the world!
Oct 17
Celebrating 15 years of Katie’s Krops Dinners! 15 years of love. 15 years of friendship. 15 years of community. 💛
To every volunteer, delivery driver, baker, milk donor, and guest — this milestone is yours, too. Together, we’ve shared over 100,000 meals and endless joy. To our friends at Summerville Baptist Church, thank you for opening your campus to us, and helping us serve our community through an incredible partnership. Here’s to the next 15 years of love and service!
Oct 16
Clean Cars, Growing Gardens! 🌱♥️
Turn your car wash into a force for good! Every time you use a Tommy’s Give Back Card, you’ll save $5 and help Katie’s Krops grow, support our DD2 gardens, and share healthy, fresh food with neighbors in need.
If you haven’t tried Tommy’s Express Car Wash, you’re missing out—my car has never looked better! These cards work at all Charleston locations, so grab yours and share with friends & family!
📬 To get your $5 off Give Back Cards, message us or email Stacy@KatiesKrops.com with your:
• Full name
• Mailing address
• Number of cards you’d like (up to 10 per request)
A huge thank-you to Tommy’s Express Car Wash and our amazing community for helping us grow—one wash at a time!
Oct 15
This Sunday, our friends at the @charlestonpackerbackers hosted a 50/50 raffle that benefited Katie’s Krops! We had the most fun afternoon watching football and meeting new friends, and the best part is $410 will go towards our next Katie’s Krops dinner 💛 Beyond thankful for our community that is always stepping up to support our efforts to end hunger. Thank you Charleston Packer Backers!!!! #packgivesback
Oct 15
Fall in the South Can Be Wild! One day it’s 92°, the next it’s a breezy 65°—classic southern fall weather!
While we might enjoy the break from the heat, these big temperature swings can really take a toll on young seedlings before they even make it into the garden.
If your cool-season crops like collards are looking leggy (tall and a little spindly), don’t worry—there’s a simple trick that can help! When planting, bury them deeper in the soil, up to their first set of true leaves. This helps them grow stronger, sturdier stems and gives them a better chance to thrive.
Healthy starts make for a bountiful harvest! 💚
Happy planting, y’all!
#KatiesKrops #FallGardening #SouthernGardens #CollardGreens #GardenTips
Oct 14
I’m thrilled to share that I am a 2025 Google Data Center Community AI Fellow powered by Watson Institute!
Through this Fellowship that I began in September, I’ll gain training, mentorship, and an incredible network to help scale Katie’s Krops and our efforts to end hunger, all while learning from facilitators, mentors, and speakers with deep expertise in impact, technology, and AI.
I’m so excited for the months ahead and to connect with fellow local leaders committed to solving their communities’ most pressing challenges in Google’s Data Center Communities across the US, UK, and Finland!
Oct 10
A look back at the past 15 years of love, friendship and community at the Katie’s Krops Dinners. What a blessing it is to look back at the guests and volunteers who are now family 💛
Our anniversary dinner is tomorrow at 4pm at Summerville Baptist Church and we look forward to seeing y’all there! No identification is necessary and meals are first come first serve. Thank you for helping us celebrate this milestone!
Oct 8
$15 for 15: Donate to Help Celebrate 🌱💛
For 15 years, Katie’s Krops has been serving free garden-to-table dinners to our community—meals made with love, grown with care, and shared with compassion. What began when I was just 12 years old and saw the need to feed her neighbors has grown into a movement of kindness, community, and hope.
This October, as we celebrate 15 years of love, service, and community, I invite you to join us in continuing this mission through our 15 for 15 Campaign.
A gift of $15 in honor of our 15th anniversary will help us keep serving fresh, healthy meals to our neighbors in need. Every $15 donation feeds seven people—seven lives touched by your generosity, seven reasons to keep growing.
Your support allows us to continue providing more than just a meal—it provides comfort, connection, and the reminder that no one in our community is alone.
Give $15 for 15 years of Katie’s Krops dinners and help us plant the seeds for the next 15 years of service.
Thank you for growing with us, for believing in our mission, and for being part of the Katie’s Krops family. Together, we’ll keep feeding hearts and bellies for years to come.
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