“Around Town” is a captivating TV show on Home & Garden TV that showcases top individuals and companies in the home and garden space, along with their contributions to the community. Today, our host, Sarah Olson, spoke with Rashonda Randolph.
Rashonda Randolph
Founder & Executive Director at Grief Garden
Website Address: https://griefgarden.org
Short company description:
Grief Garden Inc. is a Jacksonville-based nonprofit organization dedicated to providing a safe, compassionate, and healing-centered environment for youth ages 7–17 navigating grief, loss, separation, trauma, and difficult life transitions. Through grief support groups, mentorship, educational workshops, and wellness activities, we empower young people to express their emotions, develop healthy coping skills, and build resilience. We are committed to transforming grief into growth by equipping children with the emotional tools, supportive connections, and confidence needed to navigate life’s challenges with hope and resilience.
What’s the biggest challenge people in your side of town face?
Limited grief awareness and education: Many families may not recognize how grief, trauma, and significant life changes affect children’s emotional well-being, behavior, and academic success.
Transportation barriers: Families without reliable transportation may struggle to access grief support groups, mentorship programs, counseling, and other community resources.
Limited access to affordable, specialized youth grief support: Families may have difficulty finding accessible, age-appropriate services that help children process grief in a safe and supportive environment.
What makes your business the go-to choice for side of town residents?
What makes Grief Garden Inc. a valuable and trusted resource in the 32206 community is that our work is already rooted in the community we serve. With over 20 years of experience working with children and families, I have established meaningful relationships, built trust, and gained firsthand knowledge of the challenges our youth face. Through ongoing engagement, mentorship, and emotional support, I am already witnessing the positive impact of creating safe spaces where children feel heard, valued, and supported. Grief Garden is not simply introducing a service to the community; we are building upon relationships, trust, and meaningful work already taking place. Our commitment is to expand that impact by helping more children transform grief into growth through compassion, connection, and resilience.
What’s one piece of advice you’d give someone new to side of town?
My advice to anyone new to the 32206 community is to come with an open mind, explore the opportunities, and get connected! Our community is growing, evolving, and filled with exciting possibilities. With new businesses and creative spaces like the Union Terminal Warehouse, where Grief Garden Inc. is located, there is a renewed sense of energy and opportunity. I encourage newcomers to support local businesses, build meaningful relationships, and become part of the positive change taking place. This is a community rich in history, resilience, and potential, and we’re excited about what the future holds!
What’s one thing people should know about why side of town is a great place to live or invest?
One thing people should know about Jacksonville’s 32206 community is that it’s a community on the rise, rich in history, culture, resilience, and opportunity. With exciting developments like the revitalization of the Union Terminal Warehouse, new businesses, and growing community partnerships, there is tremendous potential for those looking to live, work, or invest here. What makes this area special is not just the development taking place, but the people, relationships, and strong sense of community that already exist. Investing in this neighborhood means investing in its people, preserving its history, and becoming part of a promising future.
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