Community Garden Magazine Issue Five January 2016

 Mantis Tiller Award In 2014, 25 charitable or educational programs will each receive a Mantis Tiller/Cultivator with border/edger and kickstand, and their choice of gas-powered 2cycle engine or electric motor. These will be awarded through the Mantis Tiller Award Program. Mantis has been awarding tillers to programs for the past 18 years to help garden projects in cities throughout the country.  ScottsMiracle-Gro GRO1000 grants The GRO1000 grant program, sponsored by Scotts Miracle-Gro, is an annual grant program to fund community gardens through 2018. Government entities, school districts, and non profit organizations are eligible to apply for these grants. There are two grant categories: Grassroots Grants and Showcase Grants. Grassroots Grants of up to $1,500 are awarded to local communities to help bring edible gardens, flower gardens, and public green spaces to neighborhoods across the United States. Showcase Grants are awarded directly to mayors for the installment of edible gardens, public gardens, and green space development. Programs that show a positive impact on the community, involvement of area youth, a health and wellness benefit, and plan to donate some of the food to those in need are given priority in funding.  Annie’s Grants for Gardens Annie’ s believes that gardens are “places for kids to connect to real food, explore new flavors and talk about where our food comes from.” Educational organizations and schools can apply for funding from the organic food producer. Projects that receive funding should combine youth and education with gardening. The next round of grant funding will begin in the fall. Check the website for the application and deadlines. # # # 31

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