KIDS GARDEN NEWS SPECIAL EDITION:
GRANTS FOR SCHOOL AND YOUTH GARDENS
November 17, 2003

New Grant: Gardens for Schools from VIVA!
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VIVA!, a supplier of herb and vegetable plants available in Home Depot stores nationwide, announces its VIVA! Garden for Schools Program. Its goal is to introduce children to gardening, improve nutrition and health through horticulture, and open the door to the great experiences that arise when kids interact with nature. Applications for both the VIVA! School Garden Contest and VIVA! Plant Donation Program are currently available. Click here to find out more.

Room to Grow: Juliana Greenhouse Grant
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The National Gardening Association and Juliana, a manufacturer of hobby greenhouses, will award greenhouses and other indoor growing equipment and materials to 50 school and community organizations across the United States. Applicants must have established gardens, propose how they will actively engage youngsters in a greenhouse environment, and set clear teaching and learning goals. Application deadline is December 31, 2003. Click here to learn more and download an application.

Landscapes for Learning Award
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Fine Gardening magazine and the National Gardening Association are pleased to announce the second annual Landscapes for Learning Awards for youth gardens. Applicants should demonstrate a child-centered plan in which youngsters are engaged in the design process. Ten winning programs will receive a host of gardening resources and a $250 gift certificate to the Gardening with Kids Store. Application deadline is March 1, 2004. To learn more and download an application, click here.

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