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.
950,000lbs+
Fresh Produce Donated
325+
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.
Wear your support proudly!
Our new Katie’s Krops merch is here — shirts, hats, and mugs that give back. Every item helps us plant more gardens and feed more families.
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.
I got my Zaxbys for Katie`s Krops Spirit Night, did you? Head to Zaxby’s at 8419 Dorchester Rd. from now until 8pm to support Katie’s Krops and score a delicious dinner 💛 Be sure to mention you’re there for spirit night!!!
May 12
What’s growing this spring? I’m so glad you asked! We thought it was time for an updated spring garden tour 🌱
From our @bonnieplants tomatoes to our @parkseedco zinnias, and the arbors that continue to help us grow and donate upwards of 200 pounds of produce, we hope you enjoy this look at spring in our flagship garden!
May 12
Lowcountry friends, tomorrow is Spirit Night at Zaxby’s! 💛
Join us Tuesday, May 12th from 5–8 PM at 8419 Dorchester Rd. for a fun and easy way to support Katie’s Krops while enjoying some delicious food. We’re so excited to partner with our local Zaxby’s for a Spirit Night where 10% of proceeds will benefit Katie`s Krops.
Whether you dine in or swing through the drive-thru, just mention you’re there for the Katie’s Krops Spirit Night when you check out!
We hope to see you there!
May 12
Wishing a very Happy Mother’s Day to my mom, Stacy Stagliano 💌 My best friend and my biggest cheerleader always, how blessed I am to live my dream with Katie`s Krops with my mom by my side for the past 18 years! Thank you for encouraging me to always follow my dreams, you have the biggest heart of anyone I know.
Wishing a happy Mother’s Day to the moms and mother figures out there, thank you for always encourage us to follow our dreams!
May 10
Lowcountry friends,
Join us next Tuesday, May 12th from 5–8 PM at Zaxby’s (8419 Dorchester Rd.) for a delicious meal that gives back!
Katie’s Krops is so excited to partner with our local Zaxby’s for a Spirit Night — 10% of proceeds will support our mission to end hunger.
Dine in or swing through the drive-thru, just be sure to mention you’re there for the Katie’s Krops Spirit Night at checkout!
We can’t wait to see you there 💛
May 6
The Growing Season Has Begun 🌱🍅🐝
From gardens across the United States to beautiful plots in South Africa, our Katie’s Krops growers are rolling up their sleeves and getting their hands in the soil!
Seeds are being planted. Sunshine is doing its magic. And kindness is growing everywhere.
We are SO excited to watch our growers in action and cheer them on as they nurture the harvests to come — harvests that will feed neighbors, bless communities, and spread love one garden at a time.
Here’s to dirt under our nails, big garden dreams, and a season full of abundance, let’s grow!
May 5
Mint is a garden favorite… until it decides it owns the place. Jax and I have a few tips to help you keep your mint in check and enjoy fresh herbs all season long 💚
May 4
Did somebody say February tomatoes?! 🍅
Our secret to thriving spring tomatoes is simple: plant them as early as possible. We got this Bonnie Plants tomato in the ground back in February so it could get nice and established before the heat rolls in.
It’s so much easier to protect tomatoes from the cold than it is from intense heat, and planting early means your plant can focus on growing and producing—rather than just surviving. Plus, you’ll be rewarded with earlier harvests (which is always a win!).
Timing really is everything, so don’t be afraid to get those plants in the ground early. Happy growing! 🌱
Apr 30
We are so excited to try a new garden tool that’s not only practical and hardworking, but beautifully designed — the Vego A-Frame Trellis!
Growing vertically dramatically increases our harvest, which means more fresh produce to share with neighbors facing food insecurity. As soon as we saw the Vego A-Frame Trellis, we knew we had to give it a try — and wow, it did not disappoint. It was incredibly easy to assemble. Within five minutes, we had it set up and seeds in the ground beneath it.
It’s sturdy, thoughtfully constructed, and fits seamlessly into our growing space. We’re excited to watch it fill in and share how it performs as the garden grows this season. Follow along for updates!
Apr 29
I started Katie’s Krops when I was just 9 years old with one small cabbage plant and a very big dream.
Now at 28, I realized something that stopped me in my tracks — I have spent 68% of my life growing this mission. Nineteen out of twenty-eight years.
That means more of my life has been spent planting seeds, building gardens, serving dinners, and believing that kindness can change a community than not.
Katie’s Krops hasn’t just been something I started — it has shaped who I am. It has grown me right alongside every garden bed, every volunteer, every shared meal.
What began as a single act of donation has become a life rooted in purpose. And I am so grateful for every single person who has helped nurture this journey along the way.
Apr 28
Our 4th Annual Springfest was everything we dreamed of and more! We’re still pinching ourselves thinking about how much it has grown since year one, and how special it is to meet new friends while sharing our favorite place.
Thank you to our incredible partner organizations for joining us and making it such a memorable morning, and to each and every volunteer who made Springfest possible. We’re already dreaming of next year 🤩
Apr 27
Lily will be at Springfest tomorrow, will you?! Don’t miss our favorite event of the year! A free, fun, educational festival in our flagship garden for all ages, from 9:00 AM- 12:00 PM. We will be joined by our amazing partners, yummy snacks and music, it’s something you don’t want to miss 💚🍄🐝
Apr 24
At Katie’s Krops, everyday is Earth Day! Recently, Team Monarch was so excited to join our friends at Ashley River Park to plant out a butterfly garden for our pollinator friends to enjoy. Pollinators are so important, and we loved being given the opportunity to help provide a safe haven for them in one of our local parks 🦋🐝🌷💛
Apr 22
Our favorite day of the year is almost here! 5 days until our 4th annual Springfest: a free, fun festival in our flagship garden complete with food, music, giveaways and more, we can’t wait to see you there 🍄🌱✨
📍Katie’s Krops Flagship Garden
505 Gahagan Rd. Summerville
🗓️ Saturday, April 25th
⏰9:00 AM- 12:00 PM
Apr 20
Just a little reminder that Springfest is ONE week away!
Join us on Saturday, April 25th from 9:00 AM–12:00 PM for a fun-filled community festival in our flagship garden 💛 This is the one time each year we open our garden to the public and bring together our incredible partner organizations for a morning you won’t want to miss.
📍 Katie’s Krops Flagship Garden
On the campus of Crossroads Community Church
505 Gahagan Rd, Summerville
We can’t wait to see you there! 🌷
Apr 18
Win a Katie’s Krops Springfest Prize Pack! It is as easy as tag and share!
Spring is in full bloom, and that means Katie’s Krops Springfest is almost here. Join us on Saturday, April 25th, from 9:00 a.m. to noon at the Katie’s Krops Flagship Garden on the campus of Crossroads Community Church (505 Gahagan Road, Summerville) as we celebrate the growing season together. A free festival and everyone is invited!
And we’re giving away a Springfest Prize Package.
Here’s how to enter:
• Share this post
• Tag Katie’s Krops so we can see it
• Tag two friends you want to bring along to Springfest
That’s it. You’ll be entered to win a Springfest prize pack filled with great surprises. Deadline to enter is Wednesday, April 22nd at 6 pm EST.
Springfest is all about growing, giving, and gathering as a community. Wander the garden, meet our community partners, enjoy the morning, and see firsthand how fresh food and kindness are being cultivated right here in Summerville. Whether you’ve supported Katie’s Krops for years or you’re discovering us for the first time, this is your invitation to be part of something meaningful.
Spread the word. Invite your friends.
Let’s make this Springfest one to remember.
Apr 17
Feeling Kalerific because Springfest is just 12 days away!!!!
Join us for a fun, free festival in our flagship garden featuring amazing community partners, music, food, and activities for all ages 💛
📅 Saturday, April 25th
⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Katie’s Krops Flagship Garden
On the campus of Crossroads Community Church
505 Gahagan Rd.
We can’t wait to grow, celebrate, and spend the morning with you!
Apr 13
15 days until our favorite event of the year — our 4th Annual Katie’s Krops Springfest 💛
This is the one day each year that we open the doors to the Katie’s Krops Flagship Garden and invite the entire community to come explore, learn, and celebrate with us.
Join us for a free, family-friendly morning filled with hands-on activities, interactive learning experiences, delicious food, music, and so much more. It’s a chance to walk the garden paths and connect with the amazing community partners who help make our mission possible!
We are thrilled to welcome back many of our longtime partners and introduce some new friends who are joining us to make this year’s event extra special.
Springfest is truly a celebration of growing food, growing leaders, and growing community — and we would love for you to be part of it.
Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with your friends, family, and neighbors. Whether you’ve been part of our journey for years or you’re one of the many future friends we have yet to meet, this day is for you.
Mark your calendars and come grow with us!!!
Saturday, April 25
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Katie’s Krops Flagship Garden
All are invited. Admission is free.
Apr 10
Charleston friends! Tune into WCBD News 2 at 4:30, I’ll be talking to Carolyn Murray WCBD TV all about my AMAZING experience in Nashville with Remarkable Women 🩷
Apr 9
Time to plant in the arbors in our flagship garden! Lilly and I got our Park Seed cucumbers in the ground today and we’re already dreaming about vines climbing high and a big, beautiful harvest 💛
A few quick tips for arbor planting:
• Build up a little soil mound at the base for strong roots
• Plant close enough to reach the trellis—but give roots room to spread
• Label what you plant (future you will be grateful!)
• Start guiding those vines early so they know where to grow
There’s just something so magical about watching them take off… happy growing 🌱
Apr 8
