Jumpstart your school's garden!
Dig into JumpstartIn 2021, a partnership between Big Green and the Wayne-Westland District blossomed. Starting small, 200 Big Green grow bags were distributed to students and families, sparking community interest in growing food. Just like the seeds planted in the soil, the partnership grew to bring the opportunity of growing food to more students. By the end of the year Big Green's Jumpstart program was deployed bringing Big Green Learning Gardens and Jumpstart grants to schools across the district.
There is now a $2,000 Garden Grant available through March 29th to support and engage students in outdoor education.
Applying is quick and easy! The 20 minute application can be found in our grant portal.
Complete the application. You can easily share it with multiple people on your team to collaborate. The deadline for grants that will be distributed this spring is March 29, 2024.
Review these Jumpstart Resources available on our website to give you a feel for the grant opportunities, and the resources available. The first course in this bundle will provide an overview of the grant process so you know what to expect.
Big Green’s school gardens promote food, nature, and health education, but also provide fresh food for the schools’ families, staff and the larger community. We have numerous Learning Gardens throughout our district that impact thousands of students annually. The fabric of our community continues to be actively woven together with the grandparents, parents, senior citizens, and residents who support and volunteer in the gardens. Together we are building a strong and vibrant community where students make a difference locally and globally!— Dr. John Dignan, Superintendent, Wayne-Westland Community Schools, Michigan
Download this spring and fall guide for your garden.
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Share what you're growing in your school's Learning Garden! This guide will outline the best time to take photos and how to share them.
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