food builds community
2023 food out front
pilot project
27
garden consultations
02
schools
Skeena Middle School
Thornhill Primary
25%
applicants had no
gardening experience
63%
applicants had
some basic gardening knowledge
13%
applicants had
significant gardening knowledge
90%
identified needing help planting blueberry bushes
336 kms
traveled in community to garden consultations
To all applicants and schools involved, the conversations, ideas, and knowledge exchange were truly remarkable and formed the heart of the project. Thank you for your valuable contributions and enthusiasm.
Special appreciation also goes to our dedicated volunteers, Maddox, Hugo, and Barb.
Diana Wood and Angela Burton, our skilled gardeners, played a vital role in the success of this pilot project.
We extend our heartfelt thanks for the generous donations:
West Coast Seeds and Salt Spring Seeds
Elks Lodge - Terrace No. 425 for contributing to Youth learning gardening skills.
Your kindness is truly appreciated.
2023 supporting organizations
Collaboration across organizations aligns with SHS's mission statement, and we sincerely appreciate the time and efforts contributed by all involved. We are excited about the possibilities that 2024 holds.
