Our mission is to empower Title 1 schools by creating equitable access to the transformative benefits of school gardens. Through collaborative partnerships and dedicated volunteer efforts, we provide the necessary resources, expertise, and guidance to help schools establish and maintain thriving garden programs. By bridging the gap between ambition and resources, we aim to foster a love for learning, promote healthy lifestyles, and cultivate a sense of responsibility for the environment among students in our community.
Reviving The School Garden: Filling the Resource Gap and Cultivating Community Connection
Imagine the vibrant potential of a school garden – a space teeming with life, bursting with educational opportunities, and fostering a sense of community among students, teachers, and families. Yet, all too often, these promising gardens remain dormant, forgotten corners on school campuses. These valuable resources, once vibrant hubs of learning and growth, are left neglected due to a lack of essential resources and dedicated garden leadership.
In schools across our community, countless gardens and vacant green spaces lie idle, their untapped potential representing a missed opportunity to connect students with the wonders of nature, healthy food choices, and the valuable lessons that come from hands-on experience. These garden and green spaces could be thriving classrooms, where students develop a deep understanding of ecological systems, learn to nurture plants, and build a strong sense of responsibility for the environment.
By sponsoring a school garden educator, providing necessary tools, offering professional development, and nurturing garden mentorship, you can be part of the movement to revitalize these dormant spaces. Together, we can ensure that every school garden becomes a thriving center of learning, fostering curiosity, connection, and a deeper appreciation for the environment.
Join us in our effort to cultivate vibrant school gardens that enrich education, empower healthier lifestyles, and strengthen the bonds within our community. Your contribution can help us awaken these dormant spaces, transforming them into vibrant learning landscapes that have a lasting impact on students, families, and the community. Together, we can make school gardens bloom with life once again.
• $50 - Seeds & Curriculum for a School Garden Educator: A great starting point that allows donors to directly contribute to the foundational elements of the garden program.
• $120 - School Site Consultation: Explaining how this consultation will benefit the school and its garden development could enhance its appeal.
• $250 - Sponsor a Teacher to Attend Leadership Training: Highlight the significance of training teachers as garden leaders to ensure the sustained growth of the garden program.
• $300 - Garden Tool Bundle (Trowels, Rakes, Buckets, etc.): Consider specifying the tools included and their impact on the garden's functionality.
• $1,000 - Professional Development for 1 Title One School & Garden Team: Emphasize how this comprehensive support benefits the entire school community.
• $5,000 - School Garden Mentorship for 1 School Year: Detail the components of the mentorship program and how it will guide the school in developing a thriving garden.
• $15,000 - School Garden Support for an Entire School Year: Highlight the holistic approach of this support package, covering maintenance, lessons, teacher support, and more.
• $20,000 - Garden Startup Sponsorship for New or Existing School Garden: Specify the scope of this sponsorship and how it aids schools in establishing or revitalizing their gardens.
At NTx School Garden Network, we are committed to equity in education and environmental accessibility. We recognize that systemic disparities exist in educational opportunities and resources, and we're dedicated to addressing these inequities through our work. We prioritize Title 1 schools, where the need is greatest, to ensure that all students have an equal chance to benefit from the transformative power of school gardens. We strive to create an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity, amplifies underrepresented voices, and provides every student with the tools they need to succeed in their academic journey and beyond.
Join us in our mission to create a lasting impact on education, health, and community engagement. With over 7,600 volunteer hours invested since 2020, we're already making a difference, and your support will help us continue our vital work in bringing the joys of gardening and learning to Title 1 schools. Together, we can cultivate a future where every student can thrive through the magic of school gardens.
Organization name
NTx School Garden Network
other names
NTx School Garden Network
Causes
Environment & Conservation, Hunger, Food Access & Nutrition, Education - K-12
Operating Budget
Less than $100,000
Counties Served
Dallas, Tarrant, Collin, Ellis, Rockwall
BIPOC Serving
Black or African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic or Latinx
Equity Statement
Equity Statement
Address
8907 SAN LEANDRO DR