First Fruits Life Roots
Together, we grow food. Together, we grow people. Together, we grow hope.
Contact us @ (470) 295-2554
Sow Love. Reap Hope.
Our Mission
“Our mission is to reduce food insecurity, empower youth, support seniors, and build stronger families and communities by providing food assistance, fresh produce, housing guidance, education, job resources, and life-skills development.”
First Fruits Life Roots, Inc. is a grassroots Georgia nonprofit serving DeKalb County—supporting families, seniors, and youth through food outreach, resource support, and community programs rooted in compassion and consistency.
- Food boxes, pantry support, and emergency outreach
- Youth encouragement through Rising Roots & mentoring
- Community-centered support with focused outreach in Somerset
Who We Are
Our History
First Fruits Life Roots, Inc. was not born in a boardroom or through a large grant.
It was born from lived experience, faith, and a deep commitment to serving others with dignity.
Our founder, Mildred “Millie” Brown Taylor, has spent much of her life navigating hardship while still finding ways to give. Through seasons of illness, housing instability, caregiving, and personal loss, one truth remained constant: when people are nurtured with love, they grow.
Long before becoming an organization, First Fruits Life Roots existed as action. It began with sharing food, growing produce, helping neighbors, and volunteering alongside community partners such as Lunches of Love — first as a family receiving support, and later as a family giving back through service and donations.
As the need grew, so did the vision.
First Fruits Life Roots was created to go beyond temporary relief. Its purpose is to address the roots of struggle — food insecurity, isolation, lack of opportunity, and overlooked communities — while honoring the first fruits of hope, creativity, and resilience within every person.
On November 4, 2025, First Fruits Life Roots, Inc. was formally established as a Georgia-registered nonprofit organization, committed to serving DeKalb County and surrounding communities.
Today, our work focuses on:
- Providing fresh food and pantry support
- Growing and sharing plants and produce
- Supporting young adults, families, and seniors through Life Roots initiatives
- Encouraging creative expression, mentorship, and community connection
- Building long-term pathways toward stability, self-worth, and renewal
Our history is still being written — not just by one person, but by every volunteer, partner, family, and neighbor who believes that love, when planted intentionally, can transform lives.
We sow love. We reap hope.
Our Board of Directors
Our Board of Directors
First Fruits Life Roots, Inc. is governed by a five-member Board of Directors that provides fiduciary oversight, strategic guidance, and accountability in accordance with the Georgia Nonprofit Corporation Code and nonprofit best practices.
All board members serve three-year terms and do not receive compensation for their service.
President & Chief Executive Officer
Mildred M. Brown Taylor
Founder of First Fruits Life Roots, Inc., Mildred Brown Taylor serves as President and CEO. She provides overall leadership and strategic direction for the organization, oversees program development and daily operations, ensures compliance with nonprofit standards, and manages community partnerships and organizational growth.
Vice President
Frank Taylor
The Vice President supports the President/CEO in operational management, program coordination, and volunteer support. He serves as acting President during the President’s absence and assists with logistics and organizational needs.
Treasurer
Krystal Williams
The Treasurer is responsible for financial oversight, budgeting collaboration, fiscal monitoring, and compliance. This role includes reviewing financial activity, supporting accurate recordkeeping, and assisting with required financial reporting.
Secretary
Smee Chaperon
The Secretary maintains official organizational records, including meeting minutes, governance documents, Board correspondence, and compliance materials. This role ensures accurate documentation and organizational transparency.
Director – Peer Mentorship
Matthew Taylor
Matthew Taylor serves as a Director with a focus on peer mentorship. He contributes to youth engagement initiatives, mentorship programming, and community outreach efforts that support positive youth development.
Governance Commitment
The Board of Directors is responsible for:
- Establishing organizational policies
- Providing fiduciary and financial oversight
- Ensuring regulatory compliance
- Approving budgets and major organizational decisions
- Supporting long-term strategic planning
First Fruits Life Roots, Inc. operates with transparency, accountability, and ethical stewardship to ensure all resources are used exclusively for charitable purposes
Moments that inspire: Our journey in pictures
Join Us
Help Our Cause
Your support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals and fund our mission.
Help Us Sow Love. Reap Hope
Every seed planted begins with hope.
At First Fruits Life Roots, Inc., we believe love grows when we show up for one another. Your support helps us provide food for families, care for seniors, and encouragement for children who need to know they are seen, valued, and supported.
We are a grassroots organization serving DeKalb County, rooted in community and driven by compassion. Every donation—no matter the size—helps us sow love and reap hope in real and lasting ways.
Thank you for standing with us, believing in our mission, and helping our community grow stronger together.