Support Us

Make a Donation

Everything we do at UpGarden is powered by volunteers. Since 2012, our gardeners have made the rooftop of Mercer Garage into a community space where sustainable urban agriculture and the spirit of giving thrive. Your gift enables us to continue our mission and directly supports community outreach programs that provide nutritious food to our neighbors in Uptown and beyond.

Pollinator Beds

Help us feed the birds and the bees. Your donation allows us to keep pollinator beds throughout the garden teeming with flowers that our flying friends love.

Giving Garden

We deliver organic produce grown and harvested by our volunteers to local food banks. Support our efforts to provide meals for neighbors in need.

Grow a Row & Gleaning

Many UpGardeners keep a row reserved for donation, and we also glean plots to minimize food waste. Community donations provide the tools.

Your contributions matter and keep us growing.

UpGarden would never have been dreamed into existence without the hard work of neighborhood advocates and volunteers. And we would not continue to be here serving the Uptown community without the generous support of our donors. Gifts of any amount are always appreciated and you have our promise we will put them to good use. We are a 501(c)(3) organization (EIN number 91-1091819) and accept donations through our fiscal sponsor, GROW Northwest.

Volunteer at the Garden

Work Parties bring UpGardeners and volunteers together to tackle projects that keep our space accessible and the plants and pollinators happy. We welcome all skill and physical ability levels for these group efforts. If you would like to learn more about urban gardening or just want to spend time in community with your neighbors in a beautiful setting, please join us on the roof. No invitation required.

Check our calendar for upcoming work parties and contact us with any questions you have about volunteering at UpGarden

Work Parties

  • Pollinator Beds
    Plant, weed and mulch the beds that feed our bees, butterflies and other pollinators
  • Giving Garden
    Sow, tend and harvest fresh produce grown to share with our neighbors in need
  • Trellis Pruning
    Trim and train climbing vines to keep pathways accessible and plants healthy
  • Composting
    Turn piles, sort garden waste and sift finished compost to keep our soil rich with nutrients
  • Plot Maintenance
    Inspect garden boxes and replace worn boards so every plot stays ready to plant
  • Irrigation and Watering
    Maintain hoses and drip lines, configure timers and water the beds during dry spells
  • Lavender Cutting
    Harvest and bundle lavender blooms, then prune the plants to encourage regrowth
  • Fundraising and Communications
    Promote events and organize community outreach to support the garden’s future

Our Community Partners

UpGarden partners with local organizations and businesses to bring sustainable organic gardening to the densely populated neighborhood of Uptown. Our partnerships are mutually beneficial and create an ecosystem where civic engagement is nurtured and neighbors come together with the shared purpose of protecting open public spaces in an area undergoing rapid development.

Creature Coffee
QFC Quality Food Centers
Seattle Storm
McMenamins Queen Anne
Big Mario's Pizza
Konvene Coffee
Seattle Torrent