Sowing Seeds Initiatives is a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering sustainable development and community empowerment in underserved regions. Through collaborative efforts with local communities, government agencies, and other stakeholders, Sowing Seeds Initiatives implements a wide range of programs focused on education, healthcare, environmental conservation, and economic empowerment.
Started two years ago while focused on Haiti, the organization has spread to Belize and other countries supporting farmers in the Caribbean region and orphanages in Africa with seeds for farming and solar lights.
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With a mission to sow the seeds of positive change, the organization prioritizes initiatives that address the root causes of poverty and inequality while promoting resilience and self-reliance among community members. By leveraging partnerships and mobilizing resources, Sowing Seeds Initiatives strives to create lasting impact and promote inclusive growth in the areas it serves.
Key focus areas of Sowing Seeds Initiatives include:
- Holistic Approach: We believe in a holistic approach to community development, integrating agriculture and energy initiatives to create self-sustaining ecosystems.
- Environmental Impact: By harnessing the power of the sun and promoting sustainable agriculture, we contribute to environmental conservation, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and promote ecological balance.
- Community Empowerment: Our projects are designed to empower communities economically and socially. By providing the tools for self-sufficiency, we aim to elevate the quality of life for all residents.
- Long-Term Sustainability: Sowing Seeds Initiatives is committed to the long-term sustainability of our projects. We work closely with local communities to ensure the continued success and growth of our initiatives.
Through its multifaceted approach and commitment to grassroots engagement, Sowing Seeds Initiatives aims to sow the seeds of hope, opportunity, and prosperity in communities around the world.
Through the strategic combination of seed distribution and solar power initiatives, we aim to foster resilience, environmental stewardship, and prosperity in the region.
Sowing Seeds Initiatives is committed to the long-term sustainability of our projects. We work closely with local communities to ensure the continued success and growth of our initiatives.
The founder of this amazing organization is Zethea Bushelle-Thompson, originally from St. Philip, Barbados West Indies, began her journey in education and community service early on. After graduating from Princess Margaret High School and Christ Church High School, she worked as a teacher and later joined the National Conservation Commission in Barbados.
In 1990, Zethea immigrated to the United States and pursued her education at Monroe College, where she earned a degree in Word Processing and Office Technology. She then received a scholarship to Pace University, where she completed her BS in Office Information Systems. Continuing her academic journey, she earned an MS in Human Resource Management with Distinction from Long Island University, followed by a PhD in Pastoral Counseling and Leadership, along with an Honorary Doctorate of Ministry.
Throughout her academic pursuits, Zethea remained committed to community service, volunteering her time to tutor students and support various community initiatives. She founded the Social Service Department at New Hope Family Worship Center and volunteered extensively with children, immigrants, and individuals facing housing and mental health challenges.
Even while attending Pace University and Long Island University, Zethea continued her passion for volunteering, working with children in the East NY community and assisting families at the Queens One Stop Center. She later volunteered at the Bond Street Center, helping incarcerated individuals re-enter the workforce and providing resume writing skills.
Zethea’s dedication to community empowerment extends internationally, as she works with countries to revitalize agriculture through her company, Sowing Seeds Initiatives, founded in 2024.
Her ultimate vision is to strengthen the bond between the church and the community while revitalizing and empowering neighborhoods both locally and globally.
To support the organization, visit Sowing Seeds Initiatives . All Donations can be sent to Sowing Seeds Initiatives c/o Zethea Bushelle P.O. Box 1026 New York, NY 10013-0865