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REP. JASON HOLSMAN ON HB 1660 The return of agricultural production to our urban environment is born out of pragmatism and necessity. As our global population continues to grow, over 80% of the land worldwide suitable for raising crops is already in use. Cities all over the Midwest are struggling to redefine their image as industries have moved elsewhere. The average family eats food that has traveled over 1,500 miles from farm to kitchen. In response to these concerns the Missouri General Assembly authorized the Joint Committee on Urban Agriculture to lead an investigation into current urban farming practices, and develop ways to encourage further growth in this industry. The findings of the committee will be made public in the coming months through the Missouri Urban Agriculture Report, a collection of information and recommendations that our office has developed, in conjunction with statewide experts. The bulk of the research to develop this report is taken from the Committee’s five public hearings from Kansas City, Springfield, Columbia, St. Louis, and Jefferson City, where committee members solicited over fifteen hours of testimony from 47 organizations. From those meetings consensus was reached that Missourians want
the opportunity to enjoy healthy, fresh and local food. In order to foster the growth of urban agriculture I filed House Bill 1660 which would, upon local authorization, effectively provide for easier access to land, cheaper water, and allow for a mechanism for the establishment of a school garden fund. The proposal establishes Urban Agriculture Zones which can be granted by a city council for the purpose of Growing, Processing or Vending. This legislation encourages new investments in agriculture while mitigating urban blight. The Joint Committee on Urban Ag is very appreciative of all the groups around the state which took time to testify on behalf of this legislation. Gateway Greening in Saint Louis has been on the front lines of this discussion offering expert advice at every step. If this bill passes it will allow urban entrepreneurs to repurpose unproductive land in our state’s urban core in a way that strengthens our local food systems while promoting the recirculation of money in the local economy which has the potential to produce good jobs, fresh food and a healthier community. -Jason Holsman, Chairman, Joint Committee on Urban Agriculture
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FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR As we watch the muted shades of a St. Louis winter give way to the bright, warm colors of spring, Gateway Greening is busy delivering the projects that define our work. As our organization grows, our impacts have multiplied and deepened, taking many forms. We've
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SUN SOIL WAT
watched children experience wonder and realization when pulling
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a bright orange carrot from the dark soil. We've seen people working in their community gardens, strengthening their block and getting to know their neighbors. We've looked on as men and women have found hope for their future through green job training, and entrepreneurs have received education and inspiration to pursue their dreams. These important transformations happen every day
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because of you and your role with Gateway Greening.
As our nation and community digs out from the economic
collapse, we've been given the rare opportunity to rethink our way of living. We all have a renewed understanding of what is important
Without at least 4-6 hours of sunlight, crops will not produce enough growth to provide us the food we expect. If you want to grow crops that fruit (tomatoes, peppers, squash, eggplants, etc.) you’ll need full sun for at least six hours.
to us and our communities. At its core, Gateway Greening inspires
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and empowers individuals to improve neighborhoods, and create sustainable food projects. These activities are more important than ever before. We are in the middle of a national conversation about how our society uses land and sources food. Fortunately, Gateway Greening, our supporters, volunteers and community gardeners have been in the conversation since 1984. We've been enjoying the pleasures of helping strengthen our neighborhoods for some time. We will continue this mission with all our strength.
This issue of our newsletter focuses on our planned im-
pacts for 2012. Whether you’re a gardener, volunteer, donor or partner, you make a difference in our community and the lives of those we touch. -Michael L. Sorth Executive Director, Gateway Greening
Number of years it can take for one inch of natural soil to form
500
Sure, you can grow plants in nutrient-filled water; but for most gardeners, soil will be the primary medium that holds the plant roots in place. It’s important that the soil is well-drained, with plenty of air space. This will keep the roots moist, and the plant fed, without suffocating it. Do a quick test to see how much clay is in the soil. If it looks like mud, you’ll have to add organic matter (leaves, compost or manure) in advance, or your plants will have troubles.
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3 What are the absolute basics for growing your own food? Sun, soil, a source of water and seeds. It’s important to remember and respect that your garden will not grow without these four eseential components.
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96%
average water content of a cucumber
number of five-gallon buckets full of water that should go on a 4’x8’ garden bed each week
MORNING the safest, and most efficient time to water your garden
You can plant your seeds in the most friable soil in a sunny spot, but without water they will do little else than lie dormant. Watering seeds immediately after planting and maintaining moist conditions until germination will be absolutely critical. Use a watering can or water breaker on a hose to decrease the chance of washing the newly-planted seeds out of the ground. Once the plants emerge, almost all garden literature will tell you to water one inch per week. What does that mean? One inch of water spread over a 32 ft² (4’x8’) bed equates to about 20 gallons of water a week. That’s about four 5-gallon buckets full.
VEGETABLE SEED
Tomatoes Lettuce Head Pumpkin Cucumber Lima Beans Eggplant Spinach Broccoli
SEEDS
INCHES APART TO SOW INCHES APART TO THIN
9 5 20 16 12 12 1.5 12
18 10 60 48 36 24 3 24
In general, seeds, and the plants they grow, can be divided into two categories: cool season (those that are tolerant of below-freezing weather), and warm-season (those that will die once the temperatures drop close to or below 320F). In our Midwest temperate climate, we have roughly six months a year that could potentially experience freezing temperatures. Stick to the hardy, cool-season crops during this time. When planting seeds, it’s important to sow them at the depth required. The larger the seed, the deeper the planting. For example, lettuce seeds are tiny, and should be planted just beneath the surface (1/8”). Pea seeds are significantly larger, and are planted about 1” deep. Always check the back of the seed packet for specific instructions on how deep to plant.
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WHY WE DO WHAT WE DO Community Gardens Awarded
Gateway Greening began with two sprightly gardeners, Kitty Hoblitzelle and Sue Reed, who were determined to share the joys of gardening with others. They saw enormous potential in the vacant lots throughout St. Louis. They saw a future of expanding hope in people who would learn new skills, and who would, by the fruits of their labor, empower themselves mentally and physically. Incredibly, by hard work and word of mouth Gateway Greening has matured, and currently supports the growth of 200+ gardens in the St. Louis area. What significance does that have for us, for you and for the region? It means that while we're gaining the momentum to create significant change in our community, we still have to focus. Together we can educate the young and old on how to grow, prepare and eat healthy food. We can organize and teach the skills necessary to advocate for community issues. We can keep each other informed, and work in partnership with civic leaders to show them how urban gardening transforms the region. Gardeners love talking about their garden, but collectively, we have to do more than that. We need to bring new people into the fold, get them involved and get their hands dirty! According to the Missouri Department of Health and Human Services, the combined adult obesity rate for St. Louis City and County is nearly 30%. Of those, 9% are living with diabetes. In 2010, more than 75% of St. Louis County residents reported eating less than five fruits and vegetables per day, and more than 25% of residents reported participating in no leisure-time physical activity. Social Compact, a non-profit focused on promoting successful investment in lower-income communities, found that 24% of St. Louis City and North St. Louis County residents live in underserved “critical food access areas” in which food access strategies, in order to be successful, must be tailored to the unique conditions of each neighborhood. It's amazing to see the number of communities that have made the choice to fight “critical food access areas” in their neighborhood by building a community garden; relying on their own hard work and ingenuity to provide themselves and their communities with access to fresh food. In the last two years alone, Gateway Greening has received over 196 requests for assistance to build gardens. While we want to build every one, we cannot do it without your continued help and support. Much of the assistance we provide comes from the expertise of Master Gardeners, the brute strength of mass volunteers, the generosity of individual donors and the nine staff members at Gateway Greening. We thank all of you for your contribution, and ask that you continue your support. Help us bring others to the table to experience the transformation happening throughout St. Louis. With your help gardens will expand, gardeners will take more classes and more food will be grown. Together we will continue adding to the network of people committed to growing St. Louis, one garden at a time. Mara Higdon Program Director, Gateway Greening
Gateway Greening is happy to welcome eight new gardens into the St. Louis community. On Wednesday, February 29th an award ceremony was held recognizing these new and expanding community gardens that recieved grants from us in 2012. We are currently working diligently with these groups on their garden installations throughout the city.
The Bridge of Hope Community Garden Downtown Community Garden The Greenleaf Garden on Holy Ground Jazzy's Community Garden Lindenwood Park Community Garden MORE Green Community Garden People's Nutrition Garden Southampton Community Garden
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TOP 10 QUESTIONS: ANSWERED
1. BESIDES GARDENS, WHAT ELSE DO WE DO?
6. WHERE IS CITY SEEDS URBAN FARM?
In addition to providing support to community gardens, Gateway Greening supports 75 school and youth gardens in the city, operates a two acre farm (City Seeds Urban Farm) in downtown St. Louis and initiates the large seasonal plantings on Market Street and Kiener Plaza downtown.
City Seeds Urban Farm is located at the 2200 block of Pine in the heart of St. Louis City on two acres of land. City Seeds provides job training and therapeutic horticulture to homeless and underserved individuals, and produces and distributes affordable, healthy, locally grown produce.
2. HOW CAN I JOIN A COMMUNITY GARDEN?
7. HOW CAN I VOLUNTEER?
Joining a neighborhood garden is an empowering step into the community, and with nearly 200 gardens, there's bound to be one near you. At www. gatewaygreening.org/our-programs/garden-map.html there's a map that shows every garden in our service area. You can type in your address, and the map will show a garden near you. Once you've found the garden you want to join, contact us, and we will help you get in touch with the garden leader.
Volunteers are needed through the growing season at Bell Garden on Saturday mornings, City Seeds Urban Farm on weekday mornings, and to assist with seasonal events, such as the Great Perennial Divide, which is held the first week of May. One-time service groups are welcome, and provide a much-needed seasonal boost to our garden members. Ready to volunteer? Call or email Hannah Reinhart at 314-588-9600 x28 or hannah@gatewaygreening.org.
3. HOW DO I START A COMMUNITY GARDEN?
8. WHERE CAN I FIND GATEWAY GREENING EVENTS?
Before starting a community garden you must secure a site, design an appropriate site plan and have at least 10 people involved in the project. If you have these three elements, then you're ready to apply for a community garden grant. Our grants are available every year beginning in August, and are due by November 11th.
4. WHERE CAN I BUY SEEDS AND SEEDLINGS?
You can learn about Gateway Greening's upcoming events in three places. We print an events calendar in every newsletter, there's an online calendar at gatewaygreening.org and a section in our weekly e-newsletter that provides upto-date and in-depth information on our events. Sign up for our e-newsletter at gatewaygreening.org/recent-news/email-newsletter-signup.html.
9. WHERE DOES THE FOOD GO FROM CITY SEEDS?
Every Saturday, March through November, between 9am and 12pm, Gateway Greening sells seeds and seedlings at The Carriage House at 3871 Bell Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63108. Seedlings can be purchased by community gardeners, and Gateway Greening members for $1 per four pack. Seeds cost a quarter, and non-edible seeds, such as flowers, are free. If you are not a community gardener or member, you must become a member to purchase seeds and seedlings.
Food grown at City Seeds Urban Farm is donated to nearby food pantries, sold at the Tower Grove Farmers Market and sold wholesale to Food Outreach, a local organization that provides nutritional support and enhances the quality of life of men, women and children living with HIV/AIDS or Cancer. To buy City Seeds vegetables visit the Towers Grove Farmers Market every Saturday from May 5th through the first weekend in November.
5. WHERE CAN I GET FREE COMPOST OR MULCH?
10. WHAT IS THE CARRIAGE HOUSE AND BELL GARDEN?
Gateway Greening consolidates community garden mulch and compost requests and places the order through the St Louis City Department of Forestry. Give 1-2 weeks notice in the busy spring season. Place the call to James Anderson, Community Garden Coordinator, at 588-9600 x30 and leave the garden address, materials needed, what quantity and where exactly on the lot they should be dumped. In the county, refer to local municipalities or tree trimmers. It is helpful to post a flag or ‘dump here’ sign for delivery drivers.
The Carriage House is where we grow and sell seedlings, and where we distribute tools through our tool loan program to community gardeners. Bell Demonstration Garden, just half a block away, is a large community garden, and a thriving resource for urban gardening activities in St. Louis. Gardeners and the general public visit Bell Garden to attend workshops, pick up mulch and compost, see a thriving community garden in action and volunteer for Gateway Greening.
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PREPARING TO EMPOWER IN 2012 THE STATE OF THE FARM Walking into the hoop house, I can’t help but smile. The earthy smell of the soil reminds me that it is early spring (how did that happen?). I am greeted by cool, humid air, and an army of green little plant babies antsy to grow up outside. In March, City Seeds has already welcomed volunteer groups at the farm, and rushed to prep beds for planting. We are preparing to see the impact of City Seeds in 2012. Gateway Greening expects approximately 100 St. Patrick Center clients to experience growth firsthand at the farm this year, and produce 12,000 pounds of food. City Seeds' 2012 goals include expanding our education efforts at the farm by researching a formal field trip program for schools. We will also design and install 15+ educational signs, highlighting subjects like plant biology, soil basics and organic farming practices. This year we also hope to double attendance at the City Seeds Field Day in September, and revise our job training manual. Recently, three past City Seeds graduates participated in a Pulitzer Foundation for the Arts Production entitled, “Staging Reflections of the Buddha.” The play was the final piece in a five month journey in which approximately 16 St. Patrick Center clients participated in theater workshops and art exploration. Through meditation and instruction, clients shared their personal reflections and experiences while reacting to the exhibit. The project was in partnership with Prison Performing Arts, St. Patrick Center and Employment Connec-
tion. As a member of the audience, I was moved by the honest reactions to the art, and the richness of their reflections into Buddhism. Other exciting topics this spring are ongoing discussions and research into the FarmWorks project. As we learn more about LED lighting, indoor crop production, vermiculture, small livestock production and mechanized urban farming – we get giddy envisioning the possibilities for the future. -Annie Mayrose Urban Agriculture Manager
FARM MANAGEMENT IN 2012 In January, some of us from City Seeds attended the Great Plains Growers Conference. Our farm will implement new practices based on the information gleaned from this conference. Most notably, the farm will have a brand new food safety plan based on Good Agricultural Practice (GAP) certification standards. This plan will further increase the safety of our harvesting, packaging and marketing procedures. Additionally, City Seeds will increase efforts in Integrated Pest Management (IPM). We developed a management plan that includes stringent pest monitoring and a number of organic pest management techniques that specifically target the pests that have been most troublesome in the past few years, such as aphids and flea beetles. Another important practice in IPM and general organic agriculture is crop rotation. City Seeds 2012 crop plan is based on the past five years of crop place-
ment, thus crops will have appropriate nutrients and the chance for pests/disease will decrease. We are ready for spring! -Rachel Deffenbaugh Urban Farm Manager
NEW INSTALLATIONS As the newest member to City Seeds Urban Farm, I’ve enjoyed learning about the program over the winter, and working on projects that will improve the farm. This season we're installing native grass lawn beds, and constructing new compost bins. The lawn beds will educate the public on the pros and cons of using native grasses in lawns as compared to conventional grasses, and give jobs training clients the experience of installing a lawn using sod and plug techniques. The new compost bins will be sturdier than our current bins, and will feature lids which prevent new organic matter from being added to actively decomposing compost. In addition to working on these projects, I have been able to get to know past City Seeds therapeutic horticulture graduates through weekly low-cost food demonstrations. At these events St. Patrick Center City Seeds Coordinator, Brianna McGuire, teaches clients how to cook delicious meals using fresh vegetables, and typical food pantry items, while keeping them at the low-cost of approximately $3 per person. -Brian Blosser City Seeds Urban Farm VISTA
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WHY OUR KIDS NEED GARDENS
Recently, I was contacted by a middle school student from Indiana doing research for a project about school gardening. As a former Indiana middle school teacher, I have a soft spot in my heart for these school projects, and I’m thrilled that a group of students would choose urban gardening as a topic. I was especially interested in answering the student’s question “How have people benefited directly from this program?” Considering the pressure schools are under to achieve academically, it’s hardly surprising that parents, teachers, administrators and seventh graders from Indiana want to know why precious hours of the school day should be spent on gardening. Initially, this is a difficult question to answer. Not because there isn’t an answer, but because there are so many reasons for schools to garden that it's hard to know where to begin. Garden activities help students achieve academically by reinforcing lessons in a hands on, enjoyable and real-world setting. Students often ask hard questions such as “Why are we learning this?” When lessons are tied to hands-on outdoor learning, questions about academic relevance can easily be answered. For example; "we are learning fractions so you will know how deep to plant your seeds;" "we are writing persuasive letters to recruit volunteers for our garden;" and "we are growing bitter and non-bitter cucumbers to understand the science behind how genes are passed on." Gardening also encourages the consumption of fresh healthy produce. School gardens are not only a starting point in educating youth about the importance of growing food sustainably, but for many students, it's their first chance to eat something they personally grew. Students are much more likely to try the food that they have grown themselves, rather than food they're told to eat. Getting youth to eat nutrient rich vegetables is an important first step that will lead to healthier lives. There are many social benefits that gardening can provide to schools as well. Some youth thrive through hands-on education, and the garden provides the outlet for them to shine. It also helps add variety to a school day that can feature a lot of sitting. Successful gardening teaches the skills of patience, and cooperation as students work together to care for their garden and await the harvest. School gardens can also be calming places for a school counselor or administrator to take angry or upset students. Lastly, gardens are also highly visible parts of a school that students can contribute to and take pride in. Each year more schools are making the decision to join the movement towards garden-based education. They're persuaded by the obvious academic, health and emotional benefits of gardening. All it takes is one teacher, parent or administrator to plant the first seed of an idea. Maybe the idea could even come from a student, perhaps even a 7th grader from Indiana. -Steve Eigsti Youth Programs Coordinator
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EVENTS APRIL
National Garden Month- http://pinterest.com/ gatewaygreening/national-garden-month/
2nd City Seeds Urban Farm Opens. 3rd Kids Garden Fresh, Youth Garden Program Orientation, 6pm at GGI Office, 2211 Washington Ave. 63103, RSVP to Steve at 588-9600 x24.
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8:00pm at the Schlafly Tap Room, 2100 Locust St. 63103.
19th City Seeds Urban Farm, Volunteer Orientation,
8am at the farm on the 2200 block of Pine St. 63103.
25th-29th Great Perennial Divide (GPD), Col-
lection Sites Open to receive donated perennials for community and youth gardens. Contact the GGI Office at 2211 Washington Ave. 63103, or visit the GGI Website at http://www.gatewaygreening.org to find a collection site near you.
5th City Seeds, Volunteer Orientation, 8am at the
farm on the 2200 block of Pine St. 63103.
6th Great Perennial Divide, Registration Due to Hannah at Hannah@gatewaygreening.org.
7th Bell Garden, Volunteer Orientation, 10am at
Bell Garden, 3871 Bell Ave. 63108.
MAY
1st Kids Garden Fresh, Youth Garden Applications Due by 4:30pm.
1st-3rd
GPD, Set-up at the Carriage House, 3815 Bell Ave. 63108. Volunteers are needed to unload and sort perennials.
12th Urban Roots, Market Street Planting. 9am-
12pm, meet on the south sidewalk of Kiener Plaza.
16th Pints ‘n’ Plants, Missouri’s Invasive Species,
6:30pm-8:00pm at the Schlafly Tap Room, 2100 Locust St. 63103
17th City Seeds Urban Farm, Volunteer Orientation,
8am at the farm on the 2200 block of Pine St. 63103
26th Bell Garden closed in honor of Memorial Day
JUNE
7th City Seeds Urban Farm, Volunteer Orientation,
8am at the farm on the 2200 block of Pine St. 63103
2nd Tour de Plants. Stay tuned for details on GGI’s community garden bike tour.
7th Collection Site Soil and Pot Pick-up, 9am-1pm 4th-5th GPD, Plant Distribution. Volunteers 20th Pints ‘n’ Plants, Heirloom Vegetables and Seed at the Carriage House, 3815 Bell Ave. 63108.
12th Kids Garden Fresh Workshop, Top Garden
Education Books, 5:30pm-6:30pm at GGI Office, 2211 Washington Ave. 63103. Come find out what garden based educational books GGI staff keep under their pillows at night. Actually, this session, for educator and youth garden leaders, will review some of the most exciting gardening curriculum that is out there, and you won’t have to hear anything about GGI bedtime rituals.
14th Kids Garden Fresh Workshop, Top Garden Education Books, 10am-11am at the Carriage House, 3815 Bell Ave. 63108.
18th Pints ‘n’ Plants, Everything Tomatoes, 6:30pm-
needed to consult with community gardeners on plant selection. Pick up appointments to be scheduled on May 4 from 9am-12pm or 1pm-4pm, and on May 7 from 8:30am-1pm at the Carriage House, 3815 Bell Ave. 63108.
3rd City Seeds Urban Farm, Volunteer Orientation,
8am at the farm on the 2200 block of Pine St. 63103.
Saving, 6:30pm-8:30pm at the Schlafly Tap Room, 2100 Locust St. 63103.
21st City Seeds Urban Farm, Volunteer Orientation,
8am at the farm on the 2200 block of Pine. St. 63103.
JULY
5th
18th Pints ‘n’ Plants, Rainwater Harvesting, 6:30pm-
11th Urban Roots, Kiener Plaza Planting. 9am-
To volunteer, contact Hannah Reinhart at Hannah@gatewaygreening.org or 314-588-9600 x28.
Tower Grove Farmers’ Market Opens for the season. Support City Seeds by purchasing produce Saturdays from 8:30am-12:30pm. Visit http://www. tgmarket.org for more information.
12pm, meet at Kiener Plaza and help fill the St. Louis planters.
8:00pm at the Schlafly Tap Room, 2100 Locust St.63103.
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MEET A GARDENER: DENO FABBRE
I have lived in the St. Louis area for 28 years, where my wife and I raised two daughters. My career here as a hospital executive was very rewarding, but it did not give me a chance to enjoy the outdoors very much. I did, however, manage to be an enthusiastic bicyclist which gave me some of the outdoors to enjoy. When my thoughts in 2007 drifted ahead to retirement, I knew I wanted to actively volunteer/serve‌consistent with my earlier years in the Peace Corps. One day in 2008 while cycling downtown I noticed and stopped to check out the City Seeds Urban Farm managed by Gateway Greening. The first time I knelt down, and my hands stretched deeply into the soil, I remembered my childhood in a Chicago Italian neighborhood where my family, and every home had a garden. Then, after meeting some of the men in the training program at the garden, there was no turning back: in the outdoors, using my hands and gardening with men transforming their lives. I was hooked. With Gateway Greening as my base, I started to read about and attend gardening classes in the St. Louis area. Nowadays, I also have beds at Bell Garden where my thumb grows greener, and the friendships stronger as we share our earthly grown delights. I also teach classes at the Salvation Army, and tutor kids through the Oasis Program, but my passion is the gardening world where I try to capture in poems the earths transforming process on food and people. Thank You Gateway Greening. -Deno Fabbre
Then one day a wondrous site to see Two green leaves breaking ground, On their knees the new birth observing Each man changes and becomes a father yearning.
Photo Š Jeff Knight
Excerpt from The Transforming Garden by Deno Fabbre
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THANKS TO OUR DONORS SPENCER FANE FOUNDATION
The Spencer Fane Foundation formed in 2009 with the goal of identifying community-based non-profits that their attorneys and clients are involved in. They made a generous donation in support of the Community Garden Program.
WORKPLACE GIVING MEMBER EARTHSHARE MISSOURI
EarthShare is an opportunity, a system, and an answer for environmentally conscious employees and workplaces to support dozens of environmental groups at once through a charitable giving drive. Individuals can give to Gateway Greening give through their workplace's payroll deduction plan. If your office does not have a payroll deduction plan, contact EarthShare at esmo@ earthsharemo.org to sign up.
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GATEWAY GREENING MEMBERS DECEMBER 2011 - MARCH 2012
NEW MEMBERS
GARDENER
Zachary Abbey Jillian Baldwin Kim Kathleen Bildner Mrs. and Mr. Eldoy Boime Bert Coleman Chris Gumper Elizabeth Patton Maureen Ross-Lang & David Lang Barbara Volkmann
Laura Blumenfeld Mr. and Mr. Larry Buchanan Judy Compton Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Evans Mr. and Mrs. Jack E. Harding Gerry Klein Ruth H. Lacy Gwen Lazard Zelra McNeal Mr. and Mrs. Michael T. Schmidt Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet Jessica Stafos Kay Walt Webster Groves Garden Club Group #4
RAINMAKER
RAINMAKER
DIRECTOR'S CIRCLE Kari Woldum
GARDENER
Julie Francois Mr. and Mrs. Mark Peterson Ned Siegel
RENEWING MEMBERS
DIRECTOR'S CIRCLE
Mr. and Mrs. Charles D. Van Dyke
Helen Ballard Peggy Holly Katherine Kornfeld Mr. and Mrs. William L. Schock Martin Schweig Mr. and Mrs. David Q. Wells
BOARD OF DIRECTORS Randall S. Parker William Ruppert E. Lynn Suydam Julie M. Thomas Michael Turley Liz Walker Dennis Woldum Howard Wynder Victor Zarrilli
Robert P. Ballsrud Ann Smith Carr Sarah Davis James Fetterman Scarlett Lee Foster Loura Gilbert Dave Hoffmann (chair) Mark Lawson Robert Neu
STAFF Executive Director Mike Sorth x21
Urban Agriculture Manager Annie Mayrose x25
Program Director Mara Higdon x22
Urban Farm Manager Rachel Deffenbaugh
Administrative Assistant Theresa Lopez x23
Fundraising Assistant Will Flynn x31
Community Development Coordinator Hannah Reinhart x28
Americorps VISTA City Seeds Brian Blosser x32
Community Gardens Coordinator James Anderson x30
Americorps VISTA Community Development Matt Even x29
Youth Programs Coordinator Steve Eigsti x24
Americorps VISTA Fundraising & Communications Danie Becknell x26
Community Educator Ryan Barker x33
Americorps VISTA Youth Programs Jessica Choi x35
Our mission is to contribute to neighborhood vitality and stability through community food projects, education and wellness programs, and civic greening.
2211 Washington Avenue St. Louis, MO 63103
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