Toledo-Lucas County Sustainability Commission
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Community Garden Grants


In partnership with Toledo GROWS and OSU Extension-Lucas County, the Toledo-Lucas County Sustainability Commission awarded funding to 4 community gardens in Lucas County in 2020. As a result of receiving funding, these community organizations were able to improve upon or create community gardens.

Community gardening funding is available for 2021!
​Tell us about your garden by filling out the short application below.
Community Garden Grant Application

2020 Community Garden Grant Recipients

JD Carter Garden

The JD Carter Garden is a neighborhood garden that fosters community and creates a gathering space for community members. Through the implementation of the Community Garden Grant, water access and compositing procedures were increased, signage and infrastructure improved, and a small fruit and vegetable stand was created.

Maria Rodriguez Community Garden at the Believe Center​

The Maria Rodriguez Community Garden works with youth to provide gardening education for their summer camps and preschool youth. Through the implementation of the Community Garden Grant, water access and compositing procedures were increased, gardening equipment and vegetable plants were acquired, and an irrigation system was installed. 

Sonia Sotomayor Garden at Mayores Senior Center

The Sonia Sotomayor Garden grows produce that is shared with seniors who visit the center. Through the implementation of the Community Garden Grant, 4 new raised beds were installed, water access and compositing procedures were increased, and garden pathways and trellis structures were created. 

Tatum Park

The Tatum Park Garden is a neighborhood garden that encourages community and acts as gathering space, particularly for youth engagement. Through the implementation of the Community Garden Grant, a shed, solar lights, and gardening equipment were acquired and signage and infrastructure improved. 
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  • Home
    • About
    • Members
  • Going Beyond Green
    • Regional Sustainability Plan
    • Environmentally >
      • Land & Natural Resource Use
      • Water Quality & Supply
    • Socially >
      • Healthy, Active, & Safe Communities
      • Education, Engagement, & Empowerment
    • Economically >
      • Infrastructure Investments
      • Economy & Workforce Development
      • Community Vitality
  • Sustainable Businesses
    • Sustainable Business Map
  • Resources
    • Nutrient Source Inventory
    • Grow It At Home
    • Home Energy Audits
    • Zero Waste Event Guide
    • Sustainable Neighborhoods Toolkit
    • Solar Inventory
    • Toledo-Lucas County Sustainability Report Cards
  • Get Involved
    • EcoFest Toledo
    • Calendar of Events
    • Join the Commission
    • Newsletter
    • Share Your Story
  • Contact
  • Toledo-Lucas County Green Map
  • Going Beyond Green Luncheon Series
  • Sustainable Neighborhoods Grant
    • 2016 TLCSC's Sustainable Neighborhoods Grant Winners
    • 2021 TLCSC's Sustainable Neighborhoods Grant Winners
  • Community Garden Grants