Twin City Garden Club

In 2022, the Twin City Garden Club established a Philanthropy Committee to be responsible for selecting recipients to receive funding each year to fulfill the purpose of our club according to Article II of our Constitution to provide stimulation to civic and/or educational entities which share our goals. Proceeds from the club’s annual plant sale go to local gardening projects in the Champaign-Urbana community primarily for youth-oriented projects. You can help support the community by purchasing plants at the club’s annual plant sale!  All plants are homegrown by club members. Read more about Plant Sale

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2024: CU Farm to School.
The CU Farm to School program in Urbana School District #116 connects students to the food they eat in various ways! Farm to School provides students with access to healthy, locally-grown food during the school day, and connect students with the resources they need to support lifelong healthy habits by engaging students in school gardening activities educating students about food, agriculture, and nutrition.

 

2023: CU Schools Foundation.
CUSF is designed to enhance the quality of education in Champaign-Urbana through community support of the public schools by investing in educators and students by supporting creativity, innovation, and excellence in Champaign and Urbana public schools. Monies donated were used for CUSF’s Teacher Grants that involve horticulture and gardening.  Two grants were awarded: The Edison Garden Club Grant for a community garden at Edison Middle School in Champaign and the Kenwood Nature Club for multiple garden beds that are wheelchair accessible at the Kenwood Elementary School in Champaign.

 

2022: Randolph Street Community Garden.
The Randolph Street Community Garden is a volunteer-run project committed to providing an opportunity for the residents of the North-end of Champaign to grow their own fresh organic produce. Monies donated were used for a new on-site storage shed. Click here for News-Gazette coverage.