A Repair Cafe is a free community space for fixing items and learning repair skills, encouraging a shift from a throwaway mindset to sustainability. This approach addresses environmental issues by promoting the repair of belongings instead of disposal.

Ray Orehowsky executed the building of several of the habitats for the Philadelphia Zoo. There is nowhere for the zoo to expand except up.  Ray and his construction team designed and built elevated cat walks and monkey trails.

Marion Owen of Kodiak, Alaska shares tips on organic gardening in the Alaska climate. “Grow organic food you want to eat.”

Richard East, AKA Van Cat Meow, is a Tasmanian traveler exploring Australia with his cat, Willow in a camper van. His cat’s simple outlook inspired him to embrace adventure after feeling lost. Following the loss of a cousin to Motor Neurone Disease, he recognized the importance of living fully and keeping promises.

Andrew Bracken forges public and private partnerships that invest in sustainable agriculture for small farmers around the world. His work not only provides real income to farmers but also goes beyond mere subsistence living. In Zambia, they are implementing a tomato seedling project. He enjoys witnessing the product in action, which means returning to the rural areas. It’s crucial to see the individuals who are meant to benefit from this support. In Malawi, the vibrant traditions of the Chewa ethnic groups are captivating. With Feed the Future funding and USAID, this program has reached over a million farmers globally.