Who we are
Richard D. Garcia, along with his wife Erika L. Cuellar, co-founded in 2013 ALMA Backyard Farms, a dynamic Urban Agriculture Social Enterprise that creates jobs for formerly incarcerated persons, grows food for food-insecure communities, and educates children with lessons in environmental stewardship.
As Rich and Erika’s leadership moves towards ensuring the longevity of ALMA, they have worked to fulfill their responsibilities in raising capital for continued program growth and expansion. On a personal level, Rich and Erika have been entrusted with the responsibility of raising two beautiful children — Lorenzo and Ynez. Recognizing their personal family need to invest for their family’s well-being, Rich and Erika purchased a 20 Acre Avocado Orchard in De Luz in the summer of 2025.
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