Welcome from Jolene
Our Founding Applications
Tools we are building to help growers, nurseries, and plant lovers care for living things with confidence.
KnowMyPlant
Complete Plant Care. In Your Language.
Instant QR-code plant care and multilingual horticultural guidance for home gardeners and plant lovers.
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PlantCare-Growers
Empowering Independent Growers. Free Forever.
On-demand thermal tag printing in 10 languages to help independent nurseries deliver clear plant care instructions.
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PlantMatchMaker
Plant Science Meets Intelligent Technology.
University-grade botanical database and upcoming iOS/Android mobile app connecting people with the right plants for their environment.
Learn MoreConnecting Generosity With Those Who Need It Most
Many smaller organizations perform extraordinary work but lack the resources and connections necessary to secure meaningful funding. Jolene's Team works to bridge that gap.
Step 1 — Identify Opportunities
We identify organizations and projects addressing important needs in animal welfare, plant science, and environmental conservation.
Step 2 — Evaluate the Need
We review proposed projects, organizational qualifications, and potential impact to help ensure responsible funding decisions.
Step 3 — Connect Funding
We pursue support from charitable foundations, corporate giving programs, and individual donors to fund eligible projects.
Step 4 — Measure the Impact
We work with funded organizations to document how charitable contributions are used and what they accomplish.
Our Mission
Jolene's Team is dedicated to advancing animal welfare, plant science, and environmental conservation by connecting charitable resources with organizations working to protect and improve our natural world.
Through thoughtful project evaluation, responsible funding, and transparent reporting, we strive to ensure that generosity produces meaningful and lasting impact.
"We believe those doing the important work of caring for our planet deserve the resources to succeed."
Experience, Compassion, and Purpose
Jolene's Team brings together experience in animal and plant sciences, environmental stewardship, and nonprofit operations.
Trish Vecchio
Founder, President & Executive Director
With more than 40 years of experience in animal and plant sciences and three academic degrees, Trish brings extensive scientific knowledge and a lifelong commitment to protecting living things and the natural environment. As President and Executive Director, she leads Jolene's Team's charitable mission, horticultural education initiatives, and strategic partnerships.
Anna Ozer
Director, Operations & Development
Anna brings five years of experience with the National Wildlife Federation and a background in park operations management. Her experience supports Jolene's Team's efforts to build relationships, pursue charitable funding, and coordinate support for organizations making a difference.
Jenifer Steele
Independent Board Director & Secretary
Bringing decades of leadership as President of SteeleAway, a large dog rescue organization, Jenifer offers deep nonprofit experience and a lifelong commitment to animal welfare. As Independent Board Director and Secretary, she helps ensure transparent governance, organizational accountability, and measurable charitable impact.
Jeanne Moore
Independent Board Director & Treasurer
With over 20 years of experience in finance and tax, Jeanne provides strong fiscal stewardship and independent financial oversight for Jolene's Team. As Independent Board Director and Treasurer, she supports transparent budgeting, compliance, and long-term sustainability across our charitable programs.
Douglas Castro
Chief Technology Officer
Douglas leads the technical architecture, software engineering, and digital infrastructure behind Jolene's Team's plant-care and botanical education platforms. He oversees the development and deployment of accessible tools that connect growers, educators, and communities with practical scientific guidance.
How We're Funded
Jolene's Team combines charitable contributions with sustainable revenue from our educational plant-science applications to support animal welfare and environmental stewardship.
Charitable Foundations
Building relationships with foundations and grantmaking organizations that support conservation, animal welfare, and environmental education.
Corporate & Community Partners
Connecting with businesses and organizations interested in supporting meaningful charitable initiatives.
Individual Donors
Giving individuals an opportunity to support carefully evaluated projects and organizations making a difference.
Educational Software & Tools
Generating sustainable program revenue through our horticultural education and plant-care applications—such as KnowMyPlant and PlantCare-Growers—to directly fund conservation and animal welfare grants.
Jolene's Team is committed to responsible financial management, appropriate administrative expenses, and transparent reporting of charitable funds.
Accountability Matters
We believe charitable giving should be guided by thoughtful decisions, responsible financial management, and clear communication.
Careful Evaluation
Funding opportunities are reviewed for mission alignment, organizational eligibility, and potential impact.
Responsible Stewardship
Charitable resources are managed in accordance with donor restrictions, applicable requirements, and organizational policies.
Transparent Results
We aim to share verified information about supported projects, funding distributions, and measurable outcomes.