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Dina Newman of Kansas City Black Urban Growers: Empowering Black Growers

Dina Newman of Kansas City Black Urban Growers: Empowering Black Growers

Update: 2024-11-06
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On this episode of Banking on KC, Dina Newman, founder and CEO of Kansas City Black Urban Growers (KC BUGS), joins host Kelly Scanlon to discuss how the organization supports Black growers through equitable food systems, microgrants and community-focused training. 

Tune in to discover:

  •  How KC BUGS addresses food deserts and strengthens food security for Black communities. 
  • The role of microgrants and training programs in supporting local growers. 
  • The impact of KC BUGS’ youth engagement initiatives on the next generation of Black farmers. 

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Dina Newman of Kansas City Black Urban Growers: Empowering Black Growers

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