Heart of Lubbock Community Garden

Rich with enthusiasm, the largest problem we are facing is funding. Our garden is in the Heart of Lubbock neighborhood filled with socio-economic difficulties. There is a high minority population in the neighborhood in which obesity has become a chief problem in many children under age 10. This area is surrounded by fast food chains, further challenging this dilemma. Crime rates too are at an all-time high. We believe this is the perfect area to place a community garden full of healthy fruits and vegetables. Having the neighborhood being more likeable will create a more inviting outdoor environment to combat crime problems and unite the residents. If this project continues to be funded, the benefits of having the community garden will be an opportunity for social outreach by gathering the community, provide delicious and nutritious food, engaging youth, learning about the importance of sustainability and gardening, and being able to facilitate a relaxing connection to food and the land.  We are primarily raising money to cover the expense of the high costs of water in the arid southwest.