Through our outreach and connections from friends, we get the opportunity to speak with some great innovators who are driving forces in the growth of community and the American interdependence movement. Ron Finley is one of those people who we had the pleasure of speaking with. Ron and the folks from LA Green Grounds are planting edible gardens in Southern Los Angeles, an area that has been referred to as a "food desert" because of the lack of healthy food choices. Similar to some of the challenges faced in buying American Made products, buying food at chain supermarkets and fast food restaurants is often too convenient to not shop there. In many cases it is simply an economic decision but more often than not, the issue is compounded by lack of awareness and accessibility with regards to the options for food. It is Ron's hope that people will make a more informed decisions and healthier choices if they are engaged and informed. We share this vision and encourage planting, supporting farmers markets and local produce.

He's mobilizing and inspiring a neighborhood to better their surroundings, to lean on and learn from their neighbors and take advantage of natural resources. This is American interdependence.

To learn more about Ron Finley and LA Green Grounds, take a look at these links and watch the videos below.