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One Cool Earth is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization rooted in the belief that every child deserves a place to grow. We support lifelong wellness and environmental stewardship for families and youth from birth through young adulthood, cultivating a thriving, resilient community - one garden at a time. |
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We build, create and sustain outdoor learning environments across San Luis Obispo County, using school gardens and community spaces as living classrooms. Learn more about our programming below!
School Garden ProgrammingUsing school garden spaces as living laboratories, we provide NGSS-aligned science, nutrition, and nature-focused education at SLO County public schools.
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Play Grove, Early Childhood Garden-Based EnrichmentA nature and play-based enrichment program for ages 3- 5 years old in San Luis Obispo.
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Atascadero School District Farm |
Perinatal & Family Gatherings |
College Mentorships |
Environmental Education Coalition |
Our Impact
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Screen time is up. Outdoor time is down. Garden education boosts mental health by getting kids outside—moving, exploring, and connecting with nature.
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Most kids aren’t eating enough vegetables—only 2% meet the daily recommendation—but garden programs can triple students' willingness to try new produce
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Only 50% of SLO County 5th graders are proficient in science. Our garden program helps bridge this gap by providing hands-on, “learn by doing” experiences that bring science to life.
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Since 2016...
... And still counting.
Who We Serve
We serve elementary, middle, and select high schools across San Luis Obispo County—reaching communities from San Miguel to Guadalupe, Cambria to the Carrizo Plains, and everything in between.
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Testimonials
We'd love your support...
Your contribution allows us to build and maintain school gardens, deliver hands-on environmental lessons, provide materials for student projects, and train educators. Every dollar helps create meaningful outdoor learning experiences that connect children with nature, healthy food, and their communities.