Turn an idea….
into a garden.
Starting a
Community Garden:
Things to Consider
Learn about different types of community gardens; scan a checklist of what is needed to get started; and figure out how to reach community members who can help. If it turns out community gardens aren’t for you, this article contains a list of other ideas for community food projects.
Funding & Grant Opportunities for Urban Green Space
The non-profit organizations responsible for the creation and management of community gardens are often locally staffed and financed; this can make locating sources of funding a very limiting factor in potential growth and outreach. The most common and effective way for small community garden efforts to receive financial aid is by applying for state, federal, and private grant opportunities.
Garden Lease, Gardener Agreements and Community Garden Rules
There are many important components of a community garden to consider. This helpful toolkit lists factors in a clear and detailed manner. Turn a vacant or underutilized lot into a garden your neighborhood has been waiting for!