Food Growers Blog
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growing food together
The mission of The GardenWorks Project is to promote organic suburban agriculture to improve the well-being of our community, the environment, and those facing food insecurity. We empower, educate, and support all food growers in their efforts to nourish their families and neighbors in need.
home gardening for food insecure families
empower
With the goal of increasing the local food systems in the region to improve food security, The GardenWorks Project collaborates with food pantries, social service agencies, and community organizations to grow fresh produce for households facing hunger.
resources for all gardeners
educate
The GardenWorks Project encourages the use of organic growing methods through education, resources, and training. Educational events are taught throughout the year, and the Suburban Agricultural Resource Center, located in West Chicago, houses many of these trainings and Food Growers Network meetings.
support
We believe that local growers can make a significant impact on the quality of food provided at emergency food assistance locations with a collaborative effort. We work to encourage the donation of excess harvests to local food pantries, and the use of community gardens to nourish neighbors in need. Our volunteer-based model encourages the use of all revenues for our programs and services, and we rely on the contributions of our 200+ volunteers that donate, support, and build gardens with us every year.
Apr 01, 2020
Prepping your Garden for Spring!
Mar 27, 2020
New Marketing and Operations Associate
Morgan Abate joins GardenWorks
The GardenWorks Project is thrilled to welcome Morgan Abate to...
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Mar 19, 2020
Our New Normal
Executive Director's reflections
I woke up Monday morning wearied by the weekend’s onslaught...
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Feb 26, 2020
What is a GardenLeader?
Garden Builds 2020
What is a GardenLeader? If you are looking to get...
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Feb 07, 2020
Community Gardening Support Program Applications Accepted
Community Gardening Support Program Applications Accepted
Again, for the fourth year in a row, The GardenWorks...
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Nov 26, 2019
Why give to GardenWorks on #GivingTuesday?
#GivingTuesday 2019
Why give on #GivingTuesday? GivingTuesday was created in 2012 as a simple...
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