Our Story

Discover how we started and what drives us

Native Flora Seeds began with a simple mission: Get Seeds in the
Ground. Under the involvement and leadership of Jim Carras, that mission has
evolved from making native plant seeds more accessible into a broader national
effort to restore habitat, support biodiversity, and help communities take
meaningful local action. Today, our work extends beyond seed sales to include
community planting grants, educational resources, fundraising programs, and the
Native Plant Community Advocate Program—a growing network of trained volunteers
who will help bring native habitat projects to life in communities across the
country. As we have grown, our purpose has become even clearer: to make native
plant restoration practical, visible, and achievable for schools,
neighborhoods, nonprofits, local organizations, and everyday people who want to
be part of the solution.

Through this program, Native Flora Seeds has the opportunity to
become one of the leading nonprofit forces for native plant habitat restoration
in the country by equipping local advocates with the tools, training, and
support to turn community passion into measurable habitat impact.

2023
Year founded
20,000
Donated
41K+
Seeds sold
Meet Our Growing Team

Community Advocate Program

Become the voice for native plants in your neighborhood. Our Community Advocates help spread the mission, share their knowledge, and inspire others to turn lawns into living habitat. From backyard gardeners to seasoned ecologists, advocates like Jamie in Ohio have transformed their yards and rallied entire neighborhoods to go native. Join a community of committed volunteers protecting America's native species.

Become an advocate

Donation Campaigns

Support native plant conservation and biodiversity restoration. Every contribution funds seed research, habitat guides, and educational programs that help communities build thriving ecosystems. Your donation directly plants the seeds of change.

Donate Today

NFS Grants Program

Our Community Grant Program supports real, community-based native plant restoration projects. Each grant provides $500–$2,500 in funding for materials and site prep. We've contributed over $20,000 to conservation work, from Homegrown National Park to local gardens and historic sites.

Apply For A Grant