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Causes: Environment, Garden Clubs
Mission: Educational programs in horticulture
Programs: Water conservation/environmental programs - educated approximately 21,200 people in san antonio & surrounding areas on water conservation and the environment. Youth gardening - coordinate and provide volunteers for many youth gardening activities at community events. Program reached an estimated 136,250 youth. Classroom gardens - educated children in classrooms on the fundamentals of gardening by using a hands-on approach. An estimated 12,000 youth received instruction. Consumer education - published a monthly newsletter with a circulation of 375 monthly. Provided educational materials to over 194,750 people at various events throughout the year. Also, provided scholarships to students in the horticultural field. Training and on-going education of approximately 315 local master gardeners.