A message from our Board President
Dear Beloved Community, 2022 was a year of...
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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.
Dec 28, 2022
2022 End of Year Reflection
Dec 15, 2022
Tending the Garden, Nourishing the Soul
A journey of renewal
LuAnn remembers her family's garden in Melrose Park thirty five...
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Oct 28, 2022
Compost for a better tomorrow
A beginner's guide to composting
I’ve been known to pilfer bags of chopped leaves from...
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Oct 14, 2022
Experiencing the World in Wheaton
Garden Reflection
It’s called the “World Community Garden''. And, the name...
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Jul 29, 2022
Harvest against Hunger 2022
Fall Fundraiser
Every year, The GardenWorks Project blog
Jul 24, 2022
Gardens grow life skills and healthy habits
Garden Reflection
Lori connected with The GardenWorks Project in the fall of...
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