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The Community Garden was started last summer when a group of students, faculty and staff found common ground in their desire to make the GVSU campus more sustainable. The idea of a community garden where people would learn how to produce their own food, become educated about organic farming practices and build solidarity with one another was implemented as a means to achieve this goal. With a successful first year under our belt the Garden is rapidly expanding, and we need your support to aid in this exciting and encouraging process. The mission of the Grand Valley Community Garden is “to provide a forum for education, discussion, and practice of the environmental, social, and economic aspects of food systems; focusing on the importance of consuming local and organic foods.” To achieve this mission we have set a few crucial goals for this season: - Provide Garden plot owners with the tools and other resources necessary to become successful gardeners.
- Build a sustainable fence to enclose the Garden and protect our fruit, flowers and produce from pests.
- Host educational events and activities for Garden plot owners and community members to attend.
- Hire an intern to maintain the Community Garden.
We understand that we are facing difficult times, and that giving financially may be a stress on your budget. If you cannot donate financially, you can find a different way to support the Garden. If you have unused tools, compost, outdoor decorations, or anything that you think will add to the flavor and purpose of the Garden, we would love to use it. Thank you for supporting the Grand Valley Community Garden! |
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