Turning Gray Spaces Green

By Karen Kahle, CGC Executive Director

There is work to be done everywhere if we want to transform our food system. As cities grow denser and greenspace becomes scarcer, urban agriculture offers a path forward.

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From Vacant Lot to Community Haven: The Camp Garden Story

By Stephanie Fransen, CGC Administrative & Facilities Manager

The story of the Camp Washington Community Garden began in 2008—and nearly 20 years later, it’s still unfolding.

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A Generous Garden

By Julie Dennewitz, CGC Horticulturist

What can Pacific coast clam gardens teach us about how to make urban agriculture sustainable and climate resilient?

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A Growing Revolution

By Kymisha Montgomery, CGC Urban Agriculture Coordinator

To many, urban agriculture may seem trendy. For some, though, growing food in an urban space is an act of resistance, reclamation, and remembrance.

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Urban Agriculture in Action

By Mary Dudley, CGC Director of Education

Through partnerships, teamwork, and a shared vision, projects like the school garden at Taft High School show the next generation that there’s real power in cooperation.

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Local Food Matters

By Ellie Falk, CGC Youth Education Coordinator

Children often don’t make the final decisions about what food their families buy or where, but our new Queen City Food Quest program has made it clear that they care about our food system.

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Embracing Urban Agriculture

By Erin Sigmund, CGC Development & Marketing Associate

In a world where it can feel like very little is within our power, nurturing a piece of our own food all the way from seed or start to meal is empowering.

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CGC Spring Updates

No winter hibernating here. From grounds maps to CGDT graduates to new board members, we've been busy with all kinds of things!

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We depend on the generous support of individuals and businesses to keep doing what we do. Thank you for sustaining our work!

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