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Fig Authentic: Devika Knafo

For entrepreneur Devika Knafo, motherhood sparked a shift in priorities and inspired a movement.

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Growing together

Allentown’s parks have long been a backdrop for connection.

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Opportunities To Grow 

Spring ushers in new opportunities for growth and connection, and Lehigh Valley is embracing this season with an abundance of community gardens.

Fig Giving Back: Camelot for Children

For nearly 40 years, Camelot for Children has been creating a world of magic and joy for children with special needs in Lehigh Valley, offering free, year-round programs that foster growth, friendship, and fun.

Fig Giving Back: Joshway

After the tragic loss of his brother, David Robertson transformed his grief into a force for good by founding Joshway, a nonprofit honoring his brother's legacy by empowering youth to learn, inspire, and lead.

Planting Seeds for a Better Future

Second Harvest Food Bank fights hunger in the Lehigh Valley by providing fresh food access through initiatives like The Seed Farm, which supports new farmers and donates produce to those in need.

Giving Back: Chad Butters

Eight Oaks Farm Distillery, founded by a retired army veteran, strives to make a positive impact on their community through their business practices and partnerships with nonprofits.

Become a Champion of Lehigh Valley

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