"Plants are essential for, and improve, our lives in ways that we sometimes do not even realize.  NEBG supports plants - and thus people - through all of its work, whether that is through its partnerships with various U.S. and international organizations, its thought leadership on climate change, offering a place where people can reflect and heal mentally and emotionally, bringing education about and appreciation for plants to underserved communities and audiences of all ages, a venue to celebrate important live events, or just a lovely stroll in nature." - Mary Hamaker