Growing Roots
Growing Roots appears within our "Branching Out" section at the back of every Every Living Thing Connects magazine, creating a nurturing space where emerging businesses can flourish alongside our established community partners. This isn't just free advertising – it's a carefully curated program supporting new voices and organizations that align with our mission of authentic plant-human connections.
Unlike traditional free advertising programs, Growing Roots celebrates the entrepreneurial spirit of our community ecosystem, offering genuine support to businesses under 2 years old who are just beginning to plant their roots in the world.
What We Offer
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3 free advertising spots per issue:
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2 quarter-page advertisements
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1 half-page advertisement
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Social media promotion for all selected businesses
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Community recognition as a Growing Roots recipient
Who Can Apply
Eligibility Requirements:
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Businesses under 2 years old
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Organizations that align with our mission of authentic plant-human connections
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Companies committed to sustainable, ethical, or community-focused practices
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Businesses that serve or support plant-loving communities
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We particularly welcome:
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Sustainable product creators
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Plant-based food businesses
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Eco-friendly service providers
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Cultural preservation organizations
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Educational initiatives
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Community-building projects
Everyone is Welcome
We believe diverse perspectives make our magazine stronger.Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting your journey, whether you have learning differences or accessibility needs, whether you come from a traditional background or are forging a new path - your unique voice matters. Our Editor-in-Chief has extensive experience supporting diverse learning styles and we're committed to making collaboration accessible for everyone. What we value most is your authentic passion for plant-human connections and your willingness to grow with our community. Your experience level, background, or learning style isn't a barrier - it's part of what makes you uniquely you and exactly what our ethnobotanical community needs.
Advertising Submission Deadlines
Important Notes:
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Payment Deadline: All advertising fees must be received 1 week before the publishing date
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Advertisement Submission:
All print-ready advertisements must be submitted 2 weeks before the publishing date
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Design Service Requests:
If you need our design team to create your advertisement, contact us 6 weeks before the publishing date to ensure adequate time for creation and revisions
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Early Submission Encouraged:
We recommend submitting earlier than the deadline to allow time for any necessary adjustments or technical issues
Summer 2025 Issue
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Publishing Date: July 21, 2025 (Summer Solstice)
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Payment Deadline: July 14, 2025
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Advertisement Submission Deadline: July 7, 2025
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Design Service Deadline: June 9, 2025
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Autumn 2025 Issue
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Publishing Date: September 23, 2025 (Autumn Equinox)
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Payment Deadline: September 16, 2025
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Advertisement Submission Deadline: September 9, 2025
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Design Service Deadline: August 12, 2025
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Winter 2025 Issue
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Publishing Date: December 21, 2025 (Winter Solstice)
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Payment Deadline: December 14, 2025
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Advertisement Submission Deadline: December 7, 2025
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Design Service Deadline: November 9, 2025
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Spring 2026 Issue
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Publishing Date: March 20, 2026 (Spring Equinox)
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Payment Deadline: March 13, 2026
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Advertisement Submission Deadline: March 6, 2026
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Design Service Deadline: February 6, 2026
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Summer 2026 Issue
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Publishing Date: June 21, 2026 (Summer Solstice)
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Payment Deadline: June 14, 2026
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Advertisement Submission Deadline: June 7, 2026
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Design Service Deadline: May 10, 2026
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Autumn 2026 Issue
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Publishing Date: September 23, 2026 (Autumn Equinox)
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Payment Deadline: September 16, 2026
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Advertisement Submission Deadline: September 9, 2026
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Design Service Deadline: August 12, 2026
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Winter 2026 Issue
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Publishing Date: December 21, 2026 (Winter Solstice)
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​Payment Deadline: December 14, 2026
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Advertisement Submission Deadline: December 7, 2026
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Design Service Deadline: November 9, 2026
