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The SACGC is a grassroots
group made up of Sacramento and surrounding area Community Gardeners, Community
Volunteers, School Garden participants,and Master Gardeners united by a common cause:
to bring more Community and School Gardens to the Sacramento Area.
Mission:
to serve as a network for groups and individuals dedicated to
Promoting, Creating and Preserving Community Gardens / Urban Agriculture
in the Sacramento Area by providing Resources, Information, Education
and Advocacy that fosters Health, Nutrition, and Community.
Promoting Community Gardens:
Work with the local City / County agencies, Schools, Parks &
Recreation Departments and Developers to find ways to create more Community Gardens.
Preserving Community Gardens:
Work in partnership with area groups and concerned individuals to protect and
expand Urban Green Spaces.
Resource for Area Community Gardeners:
Our group can answer questions on how to start a Community Garden and be a resource
of related information. Increase awareness of Urban Agriculture through a variety of
educational events and projects. Promote more environmentally friendly gardening and
support of organic farmers markets. Inform others about sustainable agriculture and
food security issues. Encourage more gardens in schools and public places.
Please see our events page for upcoming events.
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