The Cultiva Youth ProjectAbout the program:The Cultiva Youth Project is a youth leadership program where teens ages 12-19 operate an urban organic farm, growing produce for the local community while developing leadership and job skills. In Boulder, the teens seed, tend, and harvest produce for Growing Gardens’ CSA program, which provides a weekly share of vegetables for 65 community members. In Longmont, this produce is donated to community partners that give the food to locals that are food insecure. Throughout the summer, the youth deepen connections with our community by engaging in volunteer projects, and by gleaning and donating produce to community members in need. This hands-on farm experience teaches youth the importance of caring for the earth while learning how to grow their own food, work in a professional environment, operate a small business and create positive change for the community, the environment, and themselves. Cultiva participants are empowered to make decisions about many aspects of the program. Youth are encouraged to participate in project administration, public relations, and community education, as well as garden work and community service projects. Click here to watch our 2017 video! Cultiva Youth Project Goals:
No longer accepting applications for 2018!For questions about Boulder Cultiva please contact Megan Reynoso at (970) 795-2907 or by email at [email protected] |
