Seeds are at the intersection between people and food. Seeds hold genetic information, and are the key to ensuring food security in the future. Seeds have also played important roles within the lives of many people, holding stories within their coat. People and organizations take part in seed saving and storing to ensure a diversity of seeds in the future. This study will examine the motivations and intentions behind different forms of seed work in different settings. Seed work includes seed saving, storing, swapping, sharing, and growing. Settings that seed work can take place include, but are not limited to, seed libraries, seed banks, seed vaults, and farms. This research utilizes qualitative data, and employs an exploratory research method. First peer-reviewed journal articles and literature is analyzed. Using the data gathered three main motivations behind seed work are outlined; 1. to preserve genetic diversity, 2. to foster community, 3. as a form of resistance. Next, semi-structured interviews are used to understand the motivations and intentions behind seed work in this region. The data will be synthesized to create a website page for the UMass Aggie Seed Library, to engage and educate people about the forms of seed work happening in the world, and the importance of this work. Ultimately, I hope to elucidate how seed work is central to building a better future for everyone.