A  Growing Gardens grants scheme worth £250 is available for schools and other educational establishments interested in developing and running growing initiatives. The grant can be used to buy tools or develop land.

 

The scheme is being run by The Federation of City Farms and Community Gardens (FCFCG), along with charity partners Blue Peter, ContinYou and Save the Children, and aims to:

·         Give children a chance to learn more about where their food comes from

·         Create or develop gardening areas at schools (or other educational settings)

·         Allow children with the most need to benefit from hands-on experience of food growing

 

The scheme has been made possible thanks to the generosity of children who raised money during the Blue Peter Mission Nutrition appeal. Find out more at: www.missionnutrition.org.uk

 

The deadline for applications is Thursday 15 October with grants awarded by end of November.  Application form attached under Related Information. Further information available at

 

Commenting on the scheme, Iain Anderson of the Fife Community Food Project team said:

 

” I would encourage schools who are thinking about growing initiatives this coming year to make an application. This type of initiative can involve the whole school community and can help promote a positive food culture. “

 

Practical support is available to schools wishing to undertake such initiatives. Please contact Iain Anderson for further information.

 

The Fife Community Food Project team has recently supported school growing projects in Dunfermline, Cowdenbeath and Lochgelly.  

 

 

Iain Anderson

Community Food Development Worker

08451 555555 ext 490036

Iain.anderson@fife.gov.uk

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