Want to grow your own food—right in your yard? We believe that everyone who wants to grow their own food should have access to adequate, toxin-free growing space. To make this happen, we are launching the Build-a-Garden initiative with the goal of building 100 raised garden beds in 2020.

The Build-a-Garden initiative supports SOUTHWEST GEORGIA residents and organizations who want to grow their own food in raised-bed gardens. We provide you with:

• A raised-bed garden filled with healthy, safe soil

• Micro-irrigation system for watering

• 12 free seedlings in March/April of your first year

• Free gardening workshops and a Growing Guide

• Ongoing support through drop-in open hours at
  our sustainable farms.

Eligibility & Gardener Expectation:

Residents of DOUGHERTY, LEE, & MITCHELL COUNTY are welcome to apply. Priority is given to those with financial need, families with children, veterans, first responders, and seniors. No prior gardening experience is required; enthusiasm and a willingness to learn are all you need! Gardeners are expect to:

• Attend a 2-hour introduction to gardening workshop session and complete a post-season survey.

• Plant and maintain your garden on a weekly basis. We generally recommend spending at least 1-2 hours per week.

• While not required, our hope is that participants will become engaged with our programs and other gardeners in their neighborhood.

Cost:

To make the program accessible to all, Flint River Fresh has a pay-what-you-can policy, with a minimum contribution of $25 from individuals or families. Because we have limited funding, we ask that you contribute as much as possible toward the full cost of materials and labor, which is $250 per bed. We ask that organizations pay the full cost of each bed.

Apply now!

We accept applications year­-round and schedule builds on a rolling basis. Contact us with any questions or concerns at: info@flintriverfresh.org or 229-942-9757.