A woman watering young plants inside a greenhouse.

Who we are

The name Abl comes from the ending of words that define who we are and what we stand for—sustainable, renewable, reusable, adaptable, capable. These aren’t just words to us—they’re guiding values that shape the way we grow food, build relationships, and care for our community.

Abl represents a mindset: that we are able to create a better, more self-reliant local food system when we work together. It’s about believing in possibility, embracing progress, and planting seeds for a future that is community-driven, environmentally responsible, and full of abundance.

This name reminds us that we’re not just building a business—we’re part of a movement. One that’s grounded in purpose, powered by people, and always growing.

What we believe

We believe that sustainability should be embedded in every part of our work. From growing using organic practices to composting food scraps at the community garden to encouraging sustainable packaging at the farmers market, we know that today’s choices shape tomorrow’s world. We’re committed to building a regenerative and resilient food system for future generations.
We grow stronger by working together. We believe that relationships are at the root of a healthy, resilient food system. From community work days at the garden to public-private partnerships to support small business farmers and makers, collaboration makes our work possible. Whether we’re co-hosting educational events with nonprofits or supporting student-led projects, we prioritize partnerships that uplift everyone involved. Together, we can do more than we ever could alone.
Knowledge sharing helps our entire community thrive. We’re passionate about creating spaces where learning is hands-on, community-driven, and accessible to all. By sharing skills—whether it’s how to grow your own food, start a food business, or identify local produce—we help build confidence and connection. From community workshops and cooking demos to market vendor trainings and mentorships, we empower our community with tools to grow, cook, and support local.

What we do

Two hands planting or tending to young lettuce plants in a garden bed with dark soil.

Sustainable Farm

Nurturing the land to grow fresh, local produce using sustainable and regenerative practices.

Learn

Two young girls watering a small plant in a garden or outdoor area, with a building and other people in the background.

Community Garden

A living classroom, where people of all ages can learn to grow their own food.

Grow

Close-up of moldy and rotting fruit, likely mangoes, with green, yellow, and orange discolored spots.

Farmers Market

A community gathering place that celebrates Hawai‘i-grown food and the people who produce it.

Shop

A woman in casual clothes, wearing a white cap and smiling, standing next to a wheelbarrow filled with harvested sugarcane in a banana plantation with lush green mountains in the background.

Meet the Founder of Abl Collective

After working 20 years in the corporate world as a CPA and business management consultant, Sondra traded spreadsheets and systems for soil and seedlings. Fueled by a passion for sustainability, she completed the GoFarm Hawai‘i farmer training program in 2025. Sondra founded Abl Collective to create a shared platform that uplifts local farmers, fosters collaboration, and strengthens Hawai‘i’s food system.

A proud graduate of Kaiser High School, she’s now farming in Waimānalo as part of GoFarm’s incubator program and learning what it takes to build a small-scale, regenerative farm from the ground up. Sondra hopes to one day farm in Kamilonui Valley in Hawai‘i Kai to produce food for the community she grew up in.

Farmers and makers

Becca

Root to Rise Farm
“I’ve come to see that sustainable agriculture is one of the most direct and meaningful ways to build human resilience while also taking action to nurture and give back to our beautiful earth. I’m grateful to have found my life purpose as a farmer and look forward to continuing upon this path to help strengthen our local food systems.”

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Julie

Sustainable Roots Farm
“I practice sustainable farming because I believe in a balanced, respectful relationship with the earth—restoring soil, honoring natural cycles, and nurturing our community for future generations. In Hawai‘i, where resources are scarce and so much is imported, this commitment protects our land and our collective future.”

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Ian

Strata Farms
“My farm, Strata Farms, is about growing as much food as possible in a small space. “Strata” represents the different layers in a stratified growing system—multiple layers from tall trees to low ground crops. The long-term vision is an agroforestry system that mimics nature without relying heavily on external inputs.”

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Kim and Kris

Bumbai Farms
“Bumbai Farms is dedicated to growing consistently high‑quality produce that nourishes our community. Guided by values of exceptional flavor, efficiency continual learning, and community building, we live by our namesake mantra: “Bumbai you learn”—in time, we grow, adapt, and thrive together.”

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