Benefits of Community Gardens

Community gardens provide space for residents to grow fresh, healthy food close to home where they might not otherwise have the space to do so. Beyond increasing the availability of nutritious foods, community gardens also provide space for people to come together to strengthen community ties, can reduce negative environmental impacts by promoting sustainable agriculture and can reduce stress and improve mental health for participants.

Community Gardens:

• Help improve air and soil qualities
• Increase biodiversity of plants and animals
• Increases access to fresh, healthy foods
• Improve mental health and promote relaxation
• Provide opportunities to learn for both young and old
• Empower residents to organize and advocate for themselves and the community
• Create opportunities to identify community assets and build networks through individuals, associations and businesses.