Our Staff & Board

The Youth Garden Project relies on a team of people to grow the garden, carry out our programs & events, and achieve our mission. The core of this team includes four full-time staff members, two seasonal farm team members, two seasonal programs instructors, and dedicated volunteers serving as our Board of Directors. Find out our more about the staff and board of YGP below.

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Meet Our Staff

Jessie

Executive Director

Jessie first joined YGP as an AmeriCorps VISTA member in 2020 and returned as Outreach & Development Coordinator in 2022. She is thrilled to represent the Youth Garden Project as the Executive Director, and believes the garden is a meaningful space for folks of all ages to foster positive connections to local food, to the land, and to the greater community.

Contact:
jessie@youthgardenproject.org

Katie

Youth Programs Director

Katie joined the Youth Garden Project team in Winter of 2024 as the Youth Program Director. Having spent a few seasons in Moab before, she is very excited to be back and working alongside the Moab community! Katie values community connections and spaces. She believes gardens are wonderful places to bring people together all while having fun, learning, and caring for the earth and ourselves!

Contact:
katie@youthgardenproject.org

Sarah

Farm Programs Director

Sarah first joined YGP as a Farm Intern in 2020. She returned the following season as YGP’s Produce Manager. Sarah sees local food as a valuable tool in nourishing our community’s health and resiliency.

Contact:
sarah@youthgardenproject.org

Kayley

Outreach & Development Coordinator

Kayley first joined YGP as a Summer Programs Instructor in 2025 and returned as Outreach & Development Coordinator in 2026. She’s excited to call the garden her home after three years in Moab, and is looking forward to encouraging folks to explore the many amazing resources that make their communities special!

Contact:
kayley@youthgardenproject.org