New Earth is a Non-Profit 501(c)(3) organization. Our mission is to
provide programs and services built on the pillars of expression,
education, environment and wellness. Our services empower people of all
ages, backgrounds and cultures to tap into their unrealized creative
potential.
Our Vision
We envision people of all communities, backgrounds and cultures realizing
freedom through discovery of the innermost depths of self-expression
that resides in all of us.
"We are the Ones we've been waiting for!"
- Hopi saying
Together
we will each discover our own personal
puzzle piece
and then connect it to the whole.
Then, as a planet,
we can create a New Earth...
About us
New Earth's values are based on self-expression anchored by well-being and awareness education. Our
programs assist seekers in opening up to their true essence of "Self" and "Community" by integrating
principles of self-awareness and teamwork. Holistically minded, we also educate on the importance of growing
organic foods, using green energy and nurturing the environment.
We began as an open platform for the community to express its inner voice and have grown into a multi-
faceted organization that has been shaped by the community to address the community's needs. We are
committed to making dreams a reality through right listening and right action.
Our organization is facilitated by various unique individuals that move with the vision of community building.
New Earth is built on the 4 pillars of Expression, Education, Environment and Wellness.
Harry Grammer IV
Founder and President
Harry Grammer brings his visionary spirit, along with an extensive background in leadership and human
relations to the organization. In 1993, Grammer attended the California State University of Northridge, majoring
in Business Administration, with an emphasis in Management Information Systems. Then, in 1997 he began his
career as a Projects Team Leader at Toyota Motor Corporation, #2 on the Fortune 500 Top International Firms.
At Toyota, his job responsibilities included: project management and strategic planning. In June 2001,
Grammer, a gifted artist and speaker, walked away from his position with Toyota Motor Company to fulfill his
visions of loving the world back to health. Since then he stood by his commitment to become a writer, poet,
musician and filmmaker who delivers a powerful message and inspires people to realize their potential. In 2001,
Grammer co-directed the 2001 documentary "Voices of America". Along with two friends, he sought out to
capture the American viewpoint in the wake of 9/11. Within two days of the tragedy, they hit the road with a
two cameras and an intention. The film was completed and later premiered in a series of major Hollywood
theatres. "Voices of America" featured 500 voices from families, students, children, elderly and homeless in 35
states, filmed within a 30 day time span. In August 2002, Grammer took an inner journey that would later
spawn the vision for New Earth. He launched the premier New Earth program, Expression Mondays in a small
coffee shop in Hollywood. Once Expression Mondays began, New Earth could unfold, as Grammer inspired a
team of leaders that would begin to see the vision into reality. Before its completion in 2006 Expression
Mondays drew thousands through its doors. Averaging over 85 people a night, in a space that holds only 45.
Inside of this thriving community, Grammer continues to create visions and inspiring people to following their
dreams.
Yana Simone
Executive Director
Yana Simone has over ten years of experience managing and growing organizations; building, leading and
training teams; and being involved in all areas of the creative process — from product development to
publishing and advertising. Simone directs aspects of program development, implementation, management,
strategic planning, and organizational development. Simone is also a poet and writer.
Eva Stattine
Good Medicine Team
Eva Stattine, L.Ac. holds a Master's degree in Traditional Oriental Medicine and is a licensed
acupuncturist/herbalist and massage therapist. Eva began her education in alternative and complementary
medicine in her early teens, apprenticing under two accomplished herbal healers in the Colorado Mountains.
From her training she learned not only the medicinal value of local plants and herbs, but also a way of living in
harmony with nature, a way that promotes a healthy body, a balanced mind and an alignment with spirit.
Studying Traditional Oriental medicine opened her to the ancient wisdom and spiritual philosophy of
acupuncture and Chinese herbalism (as well as) The art of energy cultivation through Qi Gong and meditation,
(which) has become one of the most significant guide posts and foundations of her practice. Her intention as a
person moving through this modern day is to follow Gandhi's path of:
"Be the change you wish see in the world".
Board of Directors
Carter Dewberry
New Earth Board Secretary and Director of The Definiens Project
Carter Dewberry recently completed her DMA in Chamber Music Performance from UCLA in December,
2005. She received her MM in Cello Performance from UCLA in June, 2002 and her B.M. in Cello
Performance from Western Michigan University in April, 1998. She also holds a B.A. in French with a minor in
Women's Studies and Philosophy. Ms. Dewberry is currently a member of the Robin Cox Ensemble and The
Definiens Project. She is also the Director and Founder of The Definiens Project, whose mission is to redefine
chamber music in a contemporary context. Both of these ensembles strive to incorporate multi-media elements
into programming that consists largely of commissioned and recently published compositions.
Paul Stevenson
Foley Artist, Universal Studios
Working as a Foley Artist, Paul recreates almost every sound that a moviegoer or television viewer expects to
hear. Foley Artists are an essential element of producing a professional-sounding soundtrack, because only
dialogue is recorded at the time of production. Every other sound has to be physically recreated and synced in
post-production. Over the past seven years, Paul has worked as an independent Foley Artist for Fox Studios,
Sony Studios, Paramount Studios, Warner Brothers, as well as smaller sound studios. He is currently an
employee of Universal Studios. Prior to becoming a Foley Artist, Paul acted in independent stage and screen
productions. He attended California State University, Northridge and Circle and the Square Theater School in
New York. Paul is committed to aiding non-profit organizations and devotes time to a number of organizations.
Jennifer Stevenson
Marketing Director, Dataflight Software, Inc.
Jennifer Stevenson has over 10 years of marketing expertise and has acquired a rich background in high-tech
marketing working for established, as well as high-growth, start-up organizations. Prior to joining Dataflight,
Stevenson was the Director of Marketing for Event411, the leading corporate planning ASP for the Fortune
500. Previously, as Marketing Communications Manager for Design Intelligence, she played a key role in the
launch of the company and helped to gain wide exposure for its first multi-media publishing application and
subsequent acquisition by Microsoft.
As Marketing Director of Dataflight Software, Stevenson is responsible for the development and
implementation of Dataflight's strategic marketing plans, market positioning, communications, and partner
development. Stevenson holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Washington and a master's diploma
from the University of London. She has a long history of actively volunteering for non-profit arts and
advocacy organizations such as the Seattle Art Museum, Center on Contemporary Arts, Juvenile Diabetes
Foundation, LA Works, Driving Votes, and New Earth.
Stephanie Swanson
Attorney and Health Care Advocate, VPIRG
Stefanie Sidortsova is a writer, lawyer, and activist. She currently lives in central Vermont and works as an
advocate for health care reform with the Vermont Public Interest Research Group. Stefanie received her
Bachelor of Arts degree in English from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and her Juris Doctorate
from the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law at Arizona State University. In addition to being a New Earth
board member, Stefanie serves as President of the Jirani Project, a 501(c)(3) grassroots organization that
provides homeless and orphaned children in Kenya with funding for food, clothing, and education. She also
volunteers as a Guardian Ad Litem (advocate for a child's best interests and rights throughout the child's
involvement in the court process) in Vermont's Orange County Family Court system. An avid writer, Stefanie is
working on a collection of short stories and hopes to complete her first novel this November during National
Novel Writing Month.
Gene Fox
Elementary School Teacher, L.A. Unified School District
Born and raised in Los Angeles, California, Eugene Fox has been immersed in the rich history and culture of
the City of Angels, his entire life. A theatre major, Fox graduated from Immaculate Heart College in Los
Angeles with a B.A. in Theatre Arts. Inspired by his belief that theatre makes people think, Fox went on to
cultivate young minds and hearts by teaching theatre and horticulture at Highland Hall, a Waldorf School in
Northridge between the years of 1976 and 1986. During that time, Fox developed a love for horticulture and an
immense respect for working with the earth. In 1983, he studied French Intensive Horticulture with Alan
Chadwick, an expert in the field. With his newfound expertise in the art of horticulture, Fox began a
landscaping and painting business in 1986 which he operated through 1998. He still retains his landscaping and
painting contractor license.
Having gained success in the business world, Fox felt that something was still missing. He couldn't seem to
escape his desire to plant precious seeds of knowledge into fertile young minds. Filled with all of the
knowledge and life experience that he'd attained, Fox went back to school, teaching second graders at the L.A.
Unified School District — and has been there for the past eight years.
Gene Fox is a member of the New Earth board of directors, where he brings his expertise and inspiration for
teaching kids and working with the earth. He's involved in the training and facilitation aspects of the New
Earth Organic Community Garden, where he passes on valuable lessons on cultivating, planting, growing and
harvesting as well as the fundamental principles of caring for the earth. Fox's vision for New Earth is that
more people in urban cities become involved with growing their own food and develop a profound relationship
with nature.
Additional Board Members include:
Harry Grammer
Yana Simone
Workshops
No current workshops
F.L.O.W. Youth
F.L.O.W. Fluent Love Of Words
Through poetic expression, F.L.O.W instills a sense of self-confidence, by empowering
underserved youth between ages 12-18 years old to think outside the box of social
stigma and inspiring them to make powerful choices in their everyday lives. In helping
them to discover their unique voice, they begin to realize themselves as artists, creators
and instruments of positive change in society.
"Where you will sit
when you are old shows
where you stood in youth."
- African Proverb
A $100 contribution
one hour of a F.L.O.W.
class for 30 kids!
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The Program
Intensive 12 week interactive expression program
Currently reaching youth ages 12-18
Serving youth in public school classroom, after-school programs,
correctional facilities and foster care centers
Fosters creativity, communication and confidence
Builds individual self respect
A positive experience the students take with them and affect their entire lives
OUTCOMES
Violence prevention
Social consciousness and awareness
A sense of freedom and ease in groups and among peers
Sense of self-esteem and accomplishment as creative artists
Changes in attitude toward authority figures
A deep sense of connection to oneself
Empowered to make positive choices in life
Seeing possibilities arise in all areas of life
Facilities We Serve:
Camp Gonzalez Probation Camp, Malibu, CA
Olympic High School, Santa Monica, CA
Organic Garden
Ecological education at the garden is a conscious response to the urgent
environmental call of our times, which aims at the creation of conditions for
sustainable living and its vital consolidation on Earth.
Plants and greening activities play at least three distinct roles in
community development.
They:
provide a more livable environment by controlling physical factors such
as temperature, noise, and pollution;
help create a community image that is perceived as positive by both
residents and outsiders; and
create opportunities for people to work together to improve communities
in many ways.
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These three factors translate directly into tangible economic and social benefits,
such as reduced crime, higher property values in greened areas, nutritious food
from community gardens, and increased business activity in attractive, green
neighborhoods.
Anyone who has retreated from the hot asphalt of a city street to the shade of a
nearby tree understands the importance that plants can play in regulating
environmental conditions. But energy-saving shade is not the only benefit that
plants offer, as a landmark 1994 study of Chicago's urban forest found: they
also play a valuable role in reducing air pollution, controlling climate, and saving
energy.
Such physical benefits may explain why a variety of psychological studies have
found that plants help foster positive community images. In a 1985 study of
apartment dwellers, for example, Stephen Kaplan found that "the most
important factors in neighborhood satisfaction were the availability of nearby
trees, well-landscaped grounds, places for taking walks, and opportunities to
grow plants, were significantly related to the sense of community." The New
Earth Organic Garden makes it possible for people to experience a new sense
gardening.
We offer:
Opportunity for people to learn about organic growing, ecological
sustainability and partnership while tending to the environment
Take home fresh organic produce in exchange for your participation
Expression stage in development for youth and adults
Our Mother Earth is beautiful, and our
father heaven, the inner eternal evenness of the ocean's
horizon, sees her and moves toward her. At the moment of
their joining, Man speaks and the City is born. This story
is told silently at sunrise when we, in wonder, say "wow".
This story is forgotten every morning when we wake to an
alarm rather than the sun, and move through the world with
our cars rather than our minds and our legs. What has been
lost can be clearly and easily seen in the current state of
our city. And one doesn't have to look long or hard to see
it, but simply be willing both to admit what was lost and
to change it. This involves sacrifice. This sacrifice,
appearing in the willingness, the act, and the plan of the
city, is the beginning of the reemergence of life and
vitality to our communities that take the form of "cities".
From here the institutions can begin again to move toward
their full expression. The first institution of the city,
in terms of the physical appearance, to change would be the
street. A whole new relationship between the street and
transportation would have to come to fruition, first
emerging from man's willingness to walk a little with his
own two legs. In this way the street can again be a meeting
place of men, minds, hearts and heavens. When the city's
blood vessels are healed and cleared, the heart can begin
to pump healthily again also. A sense of centrality and
unity, without necessarily a literal or geographical
center, can begin to emerge again also. A sense of the
sacredness of things must be reestablished, and we must
learn again to let our adoration of our earth actually
determine the things we do, rather than occasionally arise
in us a sense of emotional nostalgia during vacations.
This child called civilization born from
the mouth of man by the earth and heavens was once a child.
It grew into adulthood and further. It is now like a silent
and bitter old man sitting in a torn and dusty old black
recliner blind and unamused by watching TV, that box of
black unearthliness imprisoning simulated images from
heaven's lights. When man turns his outer eye from the TV
to the horizon, the natural result of turning his inner eye
to the Light, the meeting place of earth and heaven, his
cities will again at least seek a harmony between the
two.
- Jason Hesiak, Architect for New Earth
We are
currently in the process of visioning and receiving a
donation to begin the development of this
ecovillage/retreat center. If you are interested in getting
involved click
here...
The New Earth Ecovillage is one that aligns itself with
practices and principles of a sustainable community.
These are the 6 elements that interlace to create
sustainability:
Ecological
Social
Spiritual
Economical
Cultural
Expression
• Ecological
Earth Restoration
Green Energy (Water, Solar, Wind)
Green Energy (Water, Solar, Wind)
On-site and local organic food production and
recirculation
Compost toilets and soil processes
Permaculture integrated into the Ecovillage and
structural design
On-site Production and usage of biofuels such as
biodiesel
Biodiverse gardens and animals
On-going training and education in ecological
sustainability
Recreation park
• Social
Building community
Decision-making (Council)
Education and communication
Living and learning
Sharing
Conflict-resolution
Holistic medicines and preventative healthcare
Well-being and exercise training
Outreach into other communities
Events
• Spiritual Attunement
Personal unfoldment workshops given by qualified
teachers
Civic responsibilities
Indigenous ceremonies and practices
Community rituals of celebration and wholeness
Village schooling for children
Discovery games and discussions
Finding oneness by uniting with Earth
Incorporating New Earth Philosophies and Vision
• Cultural
Honoring and celebrating individual cultures
Educating on differences and uniqueness
Art installations representing our different
backgrounds
• Expression
Provide an open platform for people to artistically
express them through their chosen medium.
Create education through entertainment i.e.
edu-tainment.
Major points
New Earth Village will be built from the ground up
using natural materials and holistic
infrastructures.
Builders and Designers are TBD
New Earth Organization 501 c (3) and individuals
within the community would share ownership of the
village.
For more information and an in-depth overview of the
project call Harry Grammer at 310-455-2847 or
[Non disclosed address, use contact form.]
Giving
Thank you for your
interest in donating to New Earth. We are a not-for-profit
501 (c)(3) organization which means that your donation is 100%
tax-deductible. Please specify if you would like a donation receipt in the Pay Pal comments section.
$100 contribution equals
one hour of a F.L.O.W. class for 30 kids!
New Earth is a 501(c)(3)
non-profit that raises 100% of its program funds
through
tax-deductible contributions. New Earth receives no state or
federal funding.
Classes are made possible through the generous support of
individuals and
Foundation Grants.
Contact Us
Phone: 310-455-2847 Email: [Non disclosed address, use contact form.]
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