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Our Mission and Purpose

At Wimberly’s Roots, our mission is to educate and empower the community through sustainable gardening and healthy cooking practices that improve food security in Winder, Barrow County and beyond.
 

We bring this mission to life by partnering with local farmers, chefs, nutritionists, educators, and community volunteers—combining their expertise to offer hands-on gardening education, culinary workshops, and nutrition-focused programs that make fresh, healthy food more accessible to all.

Our Roots: A Story of Transformation and Community Impact

In February 2016, the Winder Housing Authority breathed new life into a piece of local history by purchasing the former Winder-Barrow Middle School, which had sat vacant since 2013.  Located in the heart of the Glenwood neighborhood, the building was reimagined as the Wimberly Center for Community Development—a vibrant hub for collaboration, innovation, and community growth.

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Later that same year, Winder was chosen as one of only 27 communities nationwide to receive the prestigious Local Foods, Local Places award.  This national initiative provided technical assistance to help integrate local food systems into the city's economic and community development strategy. From this momentum, Wimberly’s Roots was born—anchoring our efforts in food access, sustainability, and hands-on education.

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Today, Wimberly’s Roots operates within the Wimberly Center, located in a USDA-designated food desert. We are deeply committed to being a catalyst for positive change—supporting food security, offering nutrition and gardening education, and providing vital resources to residents across Winder, Barrow County and NE Georgia.

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Cooking wiith Homeskillet at Wimberlys Roots Winder Georgia

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  • Community grown Fresh Produce

  • Healthy Cooking and Nutrition Workshops

  • Gardening Education 

  • Culinary Education 

  • Partnerships with Local Nonprofits and Community Organizations

  • Meaningful Volunteer Opportunities in Food and Garden Programs

Wimberlys Roots promotes healthy eating and gardening education

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