A small business in West Adams is hoping to turn a big problem into an opportunity. The nursery is losing its current location, so it's raising funds in hopes of finding a new place and bring the community together.
A small business in West Adams is hoping to turn a big problem into an opportunity.
"The Plant Chica is specifically in this neighborhood because I grew up here. When I was growing up here it was predominantly a Black and brown neighborhood," Mejia said. "We just didn't have spaces like this." "Our new goal is really to be able to purchase land here in this neighborhood, and be able to house other Black and brown-owned businesses that can't afford to stay here anymore, or are getting pushed out," Mejia said.
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