Garrett Underwood is a passionate community leader dedicated to empowering Transition Age Youth through innovative support systems and dignified housing solutions.
As Founder and Executive Director of Seed House Project, Garrett leads with a vision to transform how young adults transition to independence. He combines strategic leadership with genuine compassion, utilizing technology and innovative approaches to address youth homelessness in Los Angeles.
Prior to founding Seed House Project, Garrett served as Outreach Coordinator and Program Manager for Outreach at PATH in downtown Los Angeles, where he developed expertise in direct service and program development for individuals experiencing homelessness.
Garrett holds a degree in Kinesiology from Cal State Northridge and studied Sociology of Organization Development in the graduate program at Azusa Pacific, a background that informs his holistic approach to youth development and organizational leadership.
As an advocate for system-impacted youth, Garrett collaborates with organizations focused on restorative justice, youth advocacy, and educational equity. He engages in speaking events, workshops, and mentoring to promote structural change and community solutions that prioritize youth voices.
Garrett enjoys playing the Native flute and finding peace in its melodies. He loves outdoor adventures and reading, and cherishes spending time with his family, which keeps him grounded and inspired in his mission.
