Growing Gardens of Portland
Growing Gardens aims to "get at the roots of hunger" in the urban and suburban areas around Portland, Oregon. Originally started in 1996 as the Portland Home Garden Project, they organize volunteers to assist all sorts of folks in learning to grow their own, nutritious and culturally-appropriate foods through sponsorships, workshops and work parties. From providing materials and mentoring to low-income households to sponsoring delightful events such as the annual "Tour de Coops" backyard chicken tour and fundraiser, Growing Gardens creates community and self-sufficiency through food.
Portland OR 97213
Contact Information for Growing Gardens
Growing Gardens
2003 NE 42nd Avenue #3Portland OR 97213
(503) 284-8420
http://Growing-Gardens.org
For Further Information
- http://Growing-Gardens.org
- Growing Gardens calendar of events
- Video on "Digging at the Root of Hunger"
- Growing Gardens sponsors the Tour de Coops event each July.
- Lil' Chickens in the Big City video featuring the Tour de Coops and Portland author Barbara Kilarski
- List of resources for Portland-area gardeners