Burlington Hero Delivers 100s Of Lettuce Plants To Community

BURLINGTON, MA — In hard times, many step up to help others. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented times. Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these everyday heroes.

This submission comes from Anna Kennedy of Burlington, Mass., who nominated Matt Tengtrakool:

Where the nominee lives:
Burlington, Mass.

Where the person who nominated the hero lives:
Burlington, Mass.

Name of the nominee:
Matt Tengtrakool

Name of the person who nominated the hero:
Anna Kennedy

Is the nominee considered an “essential worker”?
No

What does the nominee do for work?
He is a junior at Burlington High School

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
While everyone is staying at home, Burlington high junior Matt Tengtrakool has founded an organization called QuaranGreen. QuaranGreen gives out free lettuce plants to Massachusetts communities to promote healthy eating habits and reduce stress during this pandemic. He has been awarded 3 national grants from the PeaceFirst organization, the Pollination Project, and the New England Grassroots Fund. He has delivered over 400 plants throughout five communities - Burlington, Billerica, Woburn, Wilmington, and Tewksbury. He has over 40 volunteers in his campaign.

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:
He is hardworking and positive impact in the Burlington Community.

Thank you for all you do, Matt!

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