USANA Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Usana Health Sciences, built over 100 garden towers on the island of Malapascua, Cebu in pursuit of providing sustainable and accessible sources of nutrition.
The initiative strengthens USANA’s broader mission to be the healthiest family on earth. Founded in 2012, USANA Foundation’s mission is to eliminate hunger and malnutrition globally.
Located at the northern coast of Cebu, Malapascua Island is a popular tourist destination, especially for divers, due to its crystal blue waters and rich aquatic ecosystems. The island spans 2.5 kilometers and has a width of 1 kilometer, making it easy to explore and allowing its citizens to foster deeper relationships among the people in the community.
USANA Foundation brought their garden towers to the island. USANA Foundation’s garden towers serve as an innovative solution providing sustainable, nutritious food for people all over the world.
Each tower is made of durable material that can hold up to 120 plants and uses 30 percent less water. Aside from being a nutritional source, the garden towers generate income, promote self-reliance and foster community collaboration and bonding.
“This project helps people have sustainable, accessible nutrition where they live, which will help improve their quality of life and health. That falls in line completely with USANA’s broader mission to be the healthiest family on earth,” said Brian Paul, president of USANA Foundation.
