Post by dorothykeeler on Jan 29, 2016 19:28:37 GMT -7
The Community Property meeting was well attended and guests shared different options for the soccer field.
One idea that garnered support was for creating a monarch butterfly garden in the area. The following is a quick list of available grants for such a project: (http://www.ehow.com/list_6046975_grants-youth-community-gardens.html)
Grants for Youth Community Gardens
Children’s gardens have become a popular addition to many school yards and community parks because of the No Child Left Inside initiative and a growing awareness that most children spend too much time indoors. If your organization would like to develop a garden for young people in your community, you may be able to obtain to a grant to cover the cost of seeds, plants, gardening tools and other materials.
Home Depot Grants
Community Garden Agricultural Grants
Lowe's Charitable and Educational Foundation
Community youth groups are eligible to apply for Lowe's Charitable and Educational Foundation grants starting at $5,000 to assist in the development of a new public garden or enhancement of an existing one. Lowe's will consider a variety of outdoor projects, including educational gardening programs, nature trails and parks that benefit a whole community. Higher preference is given to communities with a Lowe’s home improvement store or distribution center because the company's employees may volunteer to help with the project. Grants are provided throughout the year, but organizations must take Lowe’s online eligibility quiz before submitting an application.
Lowe’s
1000 Lowe's Blvd.
Mooresville, NC 28117
704-758-1000![]()
704-758-1000![]()
704-758-1000![]()
704-758-1000
lowes.com
Youth Garden Grants Program
Each year the National Gardening Association and Home Depot stores award gardening grants to youth groups, schools, camps, clubs and community centers that serve at least 15 children between 3 and 18 years old. Priority is given to organizations that help young people learn more about nutrition, gardening, entrepreneurship, the environment or supporting a community through service. In 2010, grants were given to 100 organizations or schools in the form or $1,000 or $500 gift cards. Applications are usually due in early November.
Youth Garden Grants Program
National Gardening Association
1100 Dorset St.
South Burlington, VT 05403
802-863-5251![]()
802-863-5251![]()
802-863-5251![]()
802-863-5251
www.kidsgardening.com/grants.asp
Project Orange Thumb
Sponsored by Fiskars, Project Orange Thumb gives youth groups, community clubs, schools and other nonprofit organizations the tools and funds for neighborhood beautification projects and horticultural education programs. Grants have been used to develop outdoor classes, develop a children's garden, create a butterfly garden in a city setting and raised beds for a home that serves people with developmental disabilities. In 2009 Fiskars awarded about $200,000 to more than 100 groups and organizations. Award packages include up to $1,000 in Fiskars Garden Tools, plants, seeds and mulch and Project Orange Thumb T-shirts. The grant application period starts in November and ends in February each year.
Project Orange Thumb
Fiskars Brands Inc.
2537 Daniels St.
Madison, WI 53718-6772
608-259-1649![]()
608-259-1649![]()
608-259-1649![]()
608-259-1649
fiskars.com
Do Something
DoSomething.org is an online clearinghouse for teens who want to find social action organizations or volunteer opportunities in their area. The website also offers advice on starting a Do Something Club and offers grants of $500 and $1,000 for various club programs, including environmental projects.
Do Something
24-32 Union Square East, Fourth Floor
New York, NY 10003
212-254-2390![]()
212-254-2390![]()
212-254-2390![]()
212-254-2390, Ext. 238
dosomething.org
Captain Planet Foundation
The Captain Planet Foundation is an outgrowth of the animated television series "Captain Planet and the Planeteers," a story about five young people who try to save the earth from pollution and other environmental dangers. The foundation awards quarterly grants from $250 to $2,500 for land restoration, sustainable living projects, environmental education and programs that promote wise usage of the earth’s natural resources. Several community garden projects have been funded. The organization requires that all projects include hands-on involvement by children between 6 and 18 years of age.
Captain Planet Foundation
133 Luckie St., Second Floor
Atlanta, GA 30303
404-522-4215![]()
404-522-4215![]()
404-522-4215![]()
404-522-4215
captainplanetfoundation.org
One idea that garnered support was for creating a monarch butterfly garden in the area. The following is a quick list of available grants for such a project: (http://www.ehow.com/list_6046975_grants-youth-community-gardens.html)
Grants for Youth Community Gardens
Children’s gardens have become a popular addition to many school yards and community parks because of the No Child Left Inside initiative and a growing awareness that most children spend too much time indoors. If your organization would like to develop a garden for young people in your community, you may be able to obtain to a grant to cover the cost of seeds, plants, gardening tools and other materials.
Home Depot Grants
Community Garden Agricultural Grants
Lowe's Charitable and Educational Foundation
Community youth groups are eligible to apply for Lowe's Charitable and Educational Foundation grants starting at $5,000 to assist in the development of a new public garden or enhancement of an existing one. Lowe's will consider a variety of outdoor projects, including educational gardening programs, nature trails and parks that benefit a whole community. Higher preference is given to communities with a Lowe’s home improvement store or distribution center because the company's employees may volunteer to help with the project. Grants are provided throughout the year, but organizations must take Lowe’s online eligibility quiz before submitting an application.
Lowe’s
1000 Lowe's Blvd.
Mooresville, NC 28117
704-758-1000
lowes.com
Youth Garden Grants Program
Each year the National Gardening Association and Home Depot stores award gardening grants to youth groups, schools, camps, clubs and community centers that serve at least 15 children between 3 and 18 years old. Priority is given to organizations that help young people learn more about nutrition, gardening, entrepreneurship, the environment or supporting a community through service. In 2010, grants were given to 100 organizations or schools in the form or $1,000 or $500 gift cards. Applications are usually due in early November.
Youth Garden Grants Program
National Gardening Association
1100 Dorset St.
South Burlington, VT 05403
802-863-5251
www.kidsgardening.com/grants.asp
Project Orange Thumb
Sponsored by Fiskars, Project Orange Thumb gives youth groups, community clubs, schools and other nonprofit organizations the tools and funds for neighborhood beautification projects and horticultural education programs. Grants have been used to develop outdoor classes, develop a children's garden, create a butterfly garden in a city setting and raised beds for a home that serves people with developmental disabilities. In 2009 Fiskars awarded about $200,000 to more than 100 groups and organizations. Award packages include up to $1,000 in Fiskars Garden Tools, plants, seeds and mulch and Project Orange Thumb T-shirts. The grant application period starts in November and ends in February each year.
Project Orange Thumb
Fiskars Brands Inc.
2537 Daniels St.
Madison, WI 53718-6772
608-259-1649
fiskars.com
Do Something
DoSomething.org is an online clearinghouse for teens who want to find social action organizations or volunteer opportunities in their area. The website also offers advice on starting a Do Something Club and offers grants of $500 and $1,000 for various club programs, including environmental projects.
Do Something
24-32 Union Square East, Fourth Floor
New York, NY 10003
212-254-2390
dosomething.org
Captain Planet Foundation
The Captain Planet Foundation is an outgrowth of the animated television series "Captain Planet and the Planeteers," a story about five young people who try to save the earth from pollution and other environmental dangers. The foundation awards quarterly grants from $250 to $2,500 for land restoration, sustainable living projects, environmental education and programs that promote wise usage of the earth’s natural resources. Several community garden projects have been funded. The organization requires that all projects include hands-on involvement by children between 6 and 18 years of age.
Captain Planet Foundation
133 Luckie St., Second Floor
Atlanta, GA 30303
404-522-4215
captainplanetfoundation.org