Welcome to the WOW Flower Project! Here, we plant seeds today that grow into future Harvest! Through our hands-on work and shared passion, we cultivate growth, inspire communities, and celebrate the beauty that blooms when care and creativity comes together. Altogether our journey began with a genuine passion for empowering children and fostering their growth through mentorship and commUNITY engagement. As a mother and former Program Director for Girl Scouts, I discovered the incredible potential within young minds. I founded Pageantry With Purpose, through which i’ve guided girls to find their voices and ignite their passions, while simultaneously cultivating empathy and a desire to make a difference in their communities.
I was honored to be voted and to serve as a Board Trustee for the Keppel School District, where in addition I witnessed firsthand the vital role that arts, music, wellness and gardening play in a child’s development. Moreover, it became clear to me that these creative avenues are essential for self-expression and personal growth. Consequently, the realization deepened my commitment to enriching the lives of students through artistic exploration and hands-on experiences.
My advocacy work has certainly shaped my mission to protect our youth—particularly those in foster care and with special needs—by actively working to prevent alcohol, tobacco, and drugs from encroaching upon their schools. On account of this dedication, the WOW Flower Project has blossomed. As a Master Gardener and USDA-certified farmer, I have weaved together my love for agriculture with, at the same time, a passion for health, wellness, and cultural exploration.
At the WOW Flower Project, we create vibrant, and transformative experiences that can eventually open doors to opportunities children may not yet see in their communities. Furthermore our workshop programs plant seeds of inspiration, encouraging them to envision diverse career paths and futures filled with possibility.
We especially believe in the power of positive engagement—by surrounding them with uplifting activities, camps, and holistic wellness experiences, we can guide them toward a brighter, more fulfilling life with some WOW moments!
The Wow Flower Project staff is a vibrant crew of creative minds with big hearts. They show up with passion and purpose to build a dynamic, supportive space for CommUNITY. Their creativity, dedication, and teamwork bring our mission of equity, engagement, and empowerment to life. Together, they foster belonging, inspire creativity, and strengthen connections throughout the community.
With more than 30 years of experience in the K–12 education system, Dr. Terry Walker brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise. She is now a superintendent at Adelanto Elementary school. Some of her overall past experiences include classroom teacher, assistant principal, and principal at the elementary and secondary levels, director of educational services, Assistant Superintendent of Instructional Services and Human Resources, and adjunct professor at California State University, San Bernardino.
Beth, is an intervention coordinator at Diego Rivera Learning Complex in LA, she currently resides in Inglewood, CA. With a background as a long-time educator and math teacher, she additionally worked at Antelope Valley High School from 2015-2022. Furthermore, she is very passionate about education and community restoration. Beth co-chairs the Cancel the Contract campaign and is involved with the Black Student Equity Alliance of Antelope Valley, advocating for social justice and supporting her students and community.
Waunette is a long time resident, community organizer, and advocate of the Antelope Valley. She is the CEO and Founder of the WOW Flower Project. A non profit mission which is to provide Health Wellness and Agriculture in community with events, workshops, cultural touring. Furthermore she teaches classes as a Gardner and USDA Farmer at her farm. She previously served as Trustee of the Keppel School District. In addition she is the founder of Cancel the Contract AV a grassroots advocacy coalition. The mission of Cancel the Contract is to remove La County Sheriff Dept from Schools and Reimagine funding with therapeutic care, Arts and Music.
Rashonda "Zoe Blaq" Bartney is a Los Angeles-based interdisciplinary artist, land steward, and poet. In addition she is bilingual and was raised in Germany. She works with marginalized communities to create art focused on Black and Indigenous connections to nature, wellness, and food justice. She is the founder of Urban Soul Farmer, an initiative centered on indigenous agriculture, healing arts, and environmental advocacy. Furthermore, her academic background includes an M.A. in Clinical Psychology (Antioch University LA) and a B.A. in Cinema, Television, and Arts (CSU Northridge), blending therapeutic insight with creative practice.
Edwinnette Faison, known as Eddy, is a Community Health Worker for the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health. With more than 9 years as a Parent Advocate in the Wraparound program, she supports Parent Partners and caregivers. Eddy holds monthly community meetings and serves as a Master Trainer at the Parent Partner Training Academy. She previously spent over 8 years as Education Coordinator and Trainer with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), training family members of individuals with mental illness.
Cortez Chandler is a dedicated mentor, community advocate, and Vice President of Operations for the Timelist Group reentry program. A graduate of Millikan High School and former student-athlete at Chaffey College. He developed an entrepreneurial mindset early in life, earning his California business license and operating his own business before facing life-altering challenges that ultimately shaped his mission of service and leadership. Through his work and testimony, Cortez Chandler continues to inspire hope, redemption, and second chances for others.