Thanks to your support, Greentopia and the Green Visions Program kicked off 2026 with real momentum, meeting our $10,000 Annual Appeal match, gearing up to hire an urban farmer this spring, and investing in new tools and technology for our youth. Plus, we’re sharing a powerful participant spotlight that reminds us why this work matters.

Xoviera Watts joined the Green Visions Winter Program curious about landscaping—and left with new confidence, certifications, and a clearer path forward. After returning as a summer Site Manager, she’s now turning an internship through Green Visions and RochesterWorks into a full-time role as a cake decorator.

Green Visions is helping Rochester youth build real skills, confidence, and brighter futures. In 2025, we graduated two cohorts, opened our renovated facility at 188 Whitney Street, and expanded partnerships to grow our impact. As we head into 2026, your donation helps support the core needs of our youth and keeps this work moving forward.

As we reflect on 2025, we’re deeply grateful to everyone who helped Greentopia grow—expanding youth programs, strengthening partnerships, and bringing the High Falls community together. Now, we’re looking ahead with a $10,000 matching challenge to fuel what comes next.

At Green Visions, we grow thousands of flowers each summer—but we’re cultivating more than blooms. We’re building real-world skills, confidence, and brighter futures for young adults in Rochester.