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Duron Chavis

Duron, known nationally for his leadership in urban agriculture, is the first Community Engagement Coordinator for Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. Duron is the founder of the McDonough Community Garden, he has served as project director of the Harding Street Urban Ag Center, and he has served as project coordinator for Renew Richmond’s community garden start-ups.

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Changing Places, Changing Lives

By Duron Chavis Nature teaches us many lessons. From soil to microbes to trees and worms, what appears to be random is in reality a rhythmic harmony. Organizations that

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Making Community: A Beautiful Struggle

By Duron Chavis Defining community is easy. Building community is hard work. It can be a beautiful struggle. Greater Richmond is historical. Creative. And a river runs through it.

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