Joely is a high school student at Granada Hills Charter in California and member of Team Dandy Lions. Co-founder of her school’s Sustainability Club, Beautification Committee, and recycling program, she is passionate about cultivating environmental stewardship and addressing food waste through education and community care. Joely leads ReVIVe & REscue, a nonprofit that redirects excess garden surplus to families in need, reducing food insecurity and promoting food literacy.
Climate Action Project: Produce REconnect
Produce REconnect is a community food-sharing platform designed to reduce food waste and fight food insecurity. The project connects home gardeners and community gardens with volunteers who deliver surplus produce to local food banks.
Gardeners list excess harvests on a shared homepage, and volunteers claim donations, coordinate drop-offs, and track their impact — measuring CO₂ saved and families supported through each meal. By transforming unharvested produce into packages of care, Produce REconnect builds a network rooted in sustainability, connection, and community resilience.
Watch Joely’s CAP Presentation
