The Illumi-Nation Project

The Illumi-Nation Project We are dedicated to researching and developing sustainable living practices & providing interactive education for community, personal growth. Pete, FL.

We are a federally recognized 501 c. (3) not-for-profit charitable organization. Co-founded by Hal and Liza Bailstein. Our mission is to research and share innovative techniques and experiential knowledge focused on sustainability, youth empowerment, community and personal growth. We are currently developing plans for a sustainability educational community center in St. It will feature a hands-on,

innovative sustainability exhibit, for children and adults. Giving visitors the opportunity to learn and take part in organic and permaculture farming, renewable energy,
recycling, composting, & rainwater catchment techniques! Weekly workshops and classes will focus on:
sustainability, healthy cooking, yoga, art, music, communication and relationship skill-building and much more. We have been visiting “eco-villages” or intentional communities that live as sustainably as possible; i.e. farming organic food
collecting and using sustainable energy
using natural building materials
using sustainable water and waste practices
sharing material resources

We are also focusing our research on the healthy social dynamics that allow this type of environment to thrive! We were blessed to have gotten a chance to learn from:

The Hummingbird Community, Mora, New Mexico,
Emerald Village, Vista, CA
Emerald Earth, Booneville, CA
Kailash Village, Portland, OR
Tryon Farms, Portland, OR
Circle of Children, Blachly, OR

We are looking to our loved ones and family to help us in any way you can. Whether it be through monetary donation, supplies, ideas, spreading the word, suggestions, fundraising, or letting us crash at your house!

Proud of our friends at Sweetwater Organic Community Farm!
12/12/2025

Proud of our friends at Sweetwater Organic Community Farm!

Sweetwater Organic Community Farm hosts annual music fest after losing SNAP benefits during shutdown, showing resilience and community support.

We love Meadows Community Farm. It is the definition of a wholesome community and creating the world we're all striving...
12/08/2025

We love Meadows Community Farm. It is the definition of a wholesome community and creating the world we're all striving for! We look forward to taking part in more of their community endeavors!

🌞 From shared sunshine to more than 12 million deep breaths taken together, the Community Garden is so much more than rows of garden beds, it’s a living, breathing gathering place for Saratoga Springs. This space invites people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities to slow down, breathe deeply, and feel at home on the land. https://www.pitneymeadowscommunityfarm.org/gift

🐝 Here, neighbors become friends, children learn where food comes from, 200+ pollinators find a thriving habitat, more than 340 gardeners tend not just to plants, but to moments of peace, connection, and joy. And through our Sovereign Gardens and partner organizations, this impact ripples far beyond the farm itself… spreading nourishment, knowledge, and empowerment across our community.

🌻 This is what you support when you give to Pitney Meadows. You’re nurturing a place where people slow down, reconnect with the land, and find a sense of belonging that’s increasingly rare in the world.

🌼 Your generosity keeps this space growing… for families, for pollinators, for future gardeners, and for the entire Saratoga Springs community.

We are so incredibly proud of our garden family making the dream come true! Learn how they have begun their very own urb...
11/03/2025

We are so incredibly proud of our garden family making the dream come true! Learn how they have begun their very own urban mini-ecovillage.

More and more of us are interested in moving to an eco-village, intentional community, or some kind of co-housing or co-living arrangement. Some of us want t...

09/15/2025

Uprooting Racism in the Food System

We all have a significant and intrinsic role to play in uprooting racism in the food system, and the good news is that there are many right answers to the questions, “What can I do to help?” We’ve been deep diving into this question and sharing solidarity strategies far and wide. Save the date for our upcoming workshops!

October 15, 2025
November 18, 2025
November 19, 2025

Registration is now open for groups and individuals! Details and more information can be found on our website SoulFireFarm.org (linked in bio)

09/06/2025

🌻 First Annual Fall Fest & Fundraiser – October 4 🌻

Help support the Gulfport Food Forest through our Plant Sale & Garden Rummage Sale taking place at our First Annual Fall Fest!

🪴 Seeking Donations 🪴
We’re calling on all green thumbs and garden lovers! Help us by donating:

🌱 Plants of All Kinds – Indoor/outdoor, edible, decorative, sun or shade-loving.
🍋 Fruit trees, veggie starts, herbs – Even creatively potted or mounted plants!
🧤 Garden Gear – Gloves, boots, hats, overalls.
🪑 Lawn Furniture & Décor
🛠️ Garden Tools, Pots, Stakes, and More!

📍 Drop-Off Info:
Plant donations:
🕘 Preferred: Oct 4, 9–11 AM at the festival
📍 Early drop-off: Red Feather Studios, 1301 49th St S, Gulfport
📞 Crea – (727) 560-0608

All other items:
📍 Pre Fest Drop-off: Contact David Bodensted at (214) 558-2696 (text preferred)
📧 [email protected]
🚚 Or bring to Clymer Park, 5501 27th Ave S, Gulfport on the morning of the event 10am till 11am

Plants ONLY can be dropped in advance to Red Feather Studios 1301 49th St. South however we prefer they come to the event 9am till 11am

💚 Every seed, tool, and treasure helps grow a stronger community.
Thank you for your support!

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Listen up!
09/06/2025

Listen up!

Join John Butts on to discuss living through the lens of permaculture with archaeologist and permaculturist Jungle Jay Hardman.

09/05/2025

Be part of the Sustainable Urban Agriculture Coalition!

09/03/2025

The more you know, the more you grow!

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