Benefits of Community Gardens

Note: This blog is a companion to Galion Garden Group 
GGG is Aquaponics oriented, yet many of the
 topics there may be of value to you.

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The American Community Garden Association lists the following benefits.

Improves the quality of life for people in the garden

Provides a catalyst for neighborhood and community development

Stimulates Social Interaction

Encourages Self-Reliance

Beautifies Neighborhoods

Produces Nutritious Food

Reduces Family Food Budgets

Conserves Resources

Creates opportunity for recreation, exercise, therapy, and education

Reduces Crime

Preserves Green Space

Creates income opportunities and economic development

Reduces city heat from streets and parking lots

Provides opportunities for intergenerational and cross-cultural connections

 

More to come...

~GCG~