We're now trying to get these fraternal organizations working together on major projects to benefit people.

It is almost the opposite of what people think. Organizations tend not to be on the cutting edge.

One of the most exciting projects we are initiating is a collaborative course development model which will allow many organizations to participate and benefit by working together. In addition, we are exploring mobile technologies, as well as other innovative ways to bring these resources to students. Education is changing and to be successful, we need to stay ahead of the technology.

The garden brings in folks with common interests and projects. You learn a lot with different people and different backgrounds enjoying their shared interest. The goal is for people to share the excitement of gardening.

I love working with community people and with agencies. These are organizations trying to do the best they can without a lot of resources and without the knowledge to know how to do it.

Great organizations demand a high level of commitment by the people involved.