Ian Lai wins Star of Richmond Award

Ian Lai believes in order for a community to grow, you have to work from the ground up. Through his work, he has shown local elementary and high school students that taking care of the earth is just as important as volunteering their time.

Through Lai’s community work, many students have learned where their food comes from. He founded the Terra Nova Schoolyard Society which has taught students the benefits of healthy living and taking care of the planet.

With events like the Earth Day celebration and Chefs to the Field, Lai has given back to his community in a way that benefits people and the earth. Chefs to the Field drew 1,500 spectators and raised over $10,000 for Terra Nova Schoolyard Project and the Organic Friends of the Future Society.

Although he has only been at this work for two years, Lai has already made a tremendous impact on Richmond and its young students.

Lai said his society is grounded on three principles: learn, grow and nourish. He’s learned how to harness and grow the power of a community and nourish the minds of young students—our future.

Said Lai: “Remain true to your vision, follow your guiding principles, and remember the people that got you there.”

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