Whole Foods' School Garden Grant

I was thrilled, as were the other attendees, that Whole Foods catered A Social Soiree in San Diego a few weeks ago! It was one of the many ways that our party stood out among the unofficial BlogHer events - real food! good food! Whole Foods!

* These are real photos taken by www.ShortAndHat.com of the food provided!

While chatting with Whole Foods, we learned about a new School Garden Grants program:

Why Gardens?

School gardens are a vital educational tool. Every seed planted sprouts a new opportunity for kids to cultivate healthy eating habits. Teaching kids to garden helps them learn about complex topics like sustainability and conservation, food systems and community awareness. Not to mention an appreciation for food from seed to plate.

About the Grant Program

Learning about the process of growing food helps children develop a deep understanding of the connection between healthy eating and a healthy body. School gardens offer an opportunity to integrate math, science and health curriculum into a dynamic, interactive setting. They also provide a base of knowledge that allows children to take an active role in healthy food choices.

Apply

Beginning August 17th, we will offer a Whole Kids Foundation School Garden Grant program in partnership with FoodCorps that supports the implementation or expansion of school gardening programs.

Click here for more Whole Foods School Garden Grant details.