Joyce and Richard Harris are dedicated community advocates and long-time residents of the Near East Side in Columbus. With a rich personal history that began in Philadelphia, they have made significant contributions to their neighborhood through extensive community involvement, particularly in urban gardening. Their passion for fostering community cohesion and addressing food security is exemplified in their Growing Hearts and Hands gardening program, which emphasizes grassroots initiatives to sustain neighborhood diversity and resilience. Joyce and Richard are committed to cultivating future generations of community stewards by proposing innovative ideas for integrating gardening into educational programs, ensuring that their legacy of engagement and advocacy continues.