Big Green

Big Green is a national nonprofit founded in 2011 by Kimbal Musk and Hugo Matheson, with the mission to build a healthier future for children by installing Learning Gardens in schools and teaching students about food literacy. While not a traditional arts or cultural organization, Big Green operates at the intersection of education, community, and the culinary arts, using garden-based learning to foster creativity and environmental stewardship. Its programs emphasize hands-on experiences that connect students to the origins of food, often incorporating artistic expression through garden design and culinary presentations. The organization's ethos is rooted in the belief that growing food can transform communities and inspire a new generation of informed eaters and makers.