05/12/2026
Things we can do.
Please support if you are able to!
Here’s a revised version that adds context about Leonard Peltier and makes it clearer that you’re helping amplify community support rather than organizing it yourselves:
At a time when the cost of living is so high, many people are turning to gardening to help feed themselves and their families.
We’re helping spread the word about a community effort supporting Leonard Peltier and his garden this growing season.
Leonard Peltier, an Indigenous activist, elder, and longtime advocate for Native rights, was recently able to return home to his community after spending decades incarcerated. As he continues rebuilding daily life at home, friends, supporters, and community members are coming together to help make sure he has access to fresh food and the ability to garden independently.
Last year, Leonard was fortunate enough to have his garden tilled, but unfortunately he did not have the support needed to properly maintain it.
This year is different.
Because diabetes has severely affected his eyesight, it is difficult for him to see long distances, so raised planter boxes and porch gardening are especially important. Having plants closer to him will make it much easier for him to continue growing food independently.
Support is already coming together in a beautiful way. Friends and supporters from many places are traveling to help plant and care for the garden, and Turtle Mountain Community College will also be sending students to assist with maintaining it.
What Leonard still needs are supplies — specifically planter boxes, soil, and gardening materials. To help cover these costs, supporters are asking for gift cards from Menards or Walmart.
Any contribution toward Leonard’s food sovereignty and independence would be deeply appreciated.
Gift cards can be mailed to:
Leonard Peltier
PO Box 760
Belcourt, ND 58316
Thank you for supporting this community effort.
*Photo by Angel White Eyes for NDN Collective*
