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- EIN 84-1454093
- (303) 443-9952
- 1630 Hawthorn Ave Boulder CO 80304 USA
- www.growinggardens.org
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Children & Youth, Environment, Environmental Education, Food, Food, Agriculture & Nutrition, Garden Clubs, Youth Development - Agricultural
Mission: Our mission is to enrich the lives of our community through environmentally sustainable gardening programs that empower people to experience a direct and deep connection with plants, the land and each other. We envision inspired people joining together to actively replenish their environment, their community and themselves. We believe in the power of people to co-create harmony between land, water and all living things for generations to come.
Results: We increased those we served in 2010 by 100%! We really had a growth spurt. :)
Target demographics: children , youth, adults, senoirs, people with disabilities and low-income citizens
Direct beneficiaries per year: 10,000+
Programs: Community Gardens Program (1998) manages garden plots at eight different locations in Boulder County. The Cultiva! Youth Project (1999) teaches at-risk youth sustainable agriculture, leadership, entrepreneurial and life skills. Additional youth volunteer for service learning projects with the Cultiva! Project. The Children's Peace Garden Program (2000) involves children from 5-10 years of age who learn about the life processes of plants, the interdependency of species, where their food comes from, how to grow food, nutrition and respect for each other and the environment. Taught by Cultiva! Youth. Fresh Food, Families and Fitness (2001) installs organic gardens at low-income housing sites and provides seeds, plants and education to increase residents’ self-sufficiency in meeting their own food needs. The Horticultural Therapy Program (2002) partners with several local agencies to provide horticultural therapy for seniors and people with disabilities. The Compost Project (2003) diverts the waste of local businesses, gardeners and households and offers educational tours and workshops to members of the community. Education and Outreach Program (2007) Provides opportunities for individuals and numerous organizations to engage in meaningful gardening activities that educate and serve the community and create connections between diverse populations through volunteer service