Funding: Lawns to Lettuce
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Have a project in mind? Get reimbursed for up to $500 to fund your project!
The Snohomish Conservation District offers mini-grants opportunities up to $500 to qualified applicants (including individual landowners, for profit and non-profit businesses, faith-based organizations, apartment complexes, etc.) that are working toward community-based urban agriculture in Snohomish County and Camano Island. Projects will be chosen based on criteria such as the engagement of partners and diverse community members, the demonstration of environmentally-sound techniques, and beneficial impacts such as addressing food security and increasing access to fresh produce in food deserts.
Or, download a hard-copy and mail or deliver your completed application to our office: 528 91st Ave NE, Suite A, Lake Stevens WA 98258
Some mini-grant project expenses could include:
Building materials for raised beds
Seeds, soil and compost
Rain catchment systems
Signs
Compost bins
Communication and outreach efforts
Lawn removal
Here are some additional resources we have available for schools looking to introduce school vegetable gardens:
U.S. Department of Agriculture: Food Safety Tips for School Gardens
Our sister conservation district in Pierce County has developed this toolkit for starting a community garden.