Support Growing Gardens Through Lauren Festa

Growing Gardens has become a nationally recognized leader in sustainable urban agriculture and education programs and has connected more than 199,000 people to their food, the land, and each other since 1998.

Growing Gardens' programs empower people of all ages, income levels, and abilities by reconnecting them with their local food systems and teaching gardening, cooking, and nutrition education.

Every year over 20,000 pounds of produce, as well as 20,000 plant seedlings and seeds, are donated to low income community members to impart greater food security and hunger relief in our community.

A note from Festa:

I have the honor of being Greenhouse and Facilities Coordinator at GG. I feel grateful to work with such an incredible team and community that encourages my personal and professional growth. There are some big changes happening in 2024, and I hope you will join me in supporting the great work of Growing Gardens this holiday season. Thank you so much for your generosity.

HOW YOUR DONATION IS USED:

$25 Produce for kids to take after a classroom visit

$50 School Day Off scholarship for one child

$100 Supplies for Peace Garden cooking class

$350 Summer Camp scholarship for one child

$500 Field Trip scholarship for one grade level

Did you know? Your donation qualifies for the Colorado Child Care Contribution Tax Credit. Colorado taxpayers who make a monetary contribution to promote child care in Colorado may claim an income tax credit of 50% of their total contribution.