#community-gardening

#community-gardening

Urban agricultural spaces—neighborhood gardens—can reduce local temperatures by as much as 10 degrees Fahrenheit, and trees can lower the 'real feel' temperature by up to 30 degrees.

Families came together to plant seeds in their community garden, fostering appreciation for nature and improving their neighborhood, promoting collaboration among residents.

"This grant has provided the impetus to develop and nurture our garden space. It has encouraged service users and staff to spend time in nature, even during the darker, colder months of winter."

The Greenest Block in Brooklyn contest invites neighborhoods to unite, enhancing environmental consciousness through gardening and eco-friendly practices, fostering community spirit.