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Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service at the Homeless Garden Project

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ORGANIZATION: Homeless Garden Project

  • A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
  • 2 people are interested
HGP

Celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by joining us for a day of community service and connection. Together, we’ll honor his vision of equity, compassion, and collective action by giving back to our community. What to Expect:
* Hands-On Activities: Help with meaningful projects on the farm, such as planting, weeding, and preparing the space for the growing season.
* Community Connections: Work alongside other community members who are passionate about making a difference.
* Reflection and Inspiration: Reflect on Dr. King’s legacy and its impact on our community and beyond.
* Shared Meals: Enjoy refreshments to fuel your efforts (details on food to come!). We’ll also share more information soon about potential guest speakers who will inspire and guide us in honoring Dr. King’s dream. Location: Homeless Garden Project Farm
When: Monday, January 20, 2025
Time: 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM Let’s come together to make an impact, connect with our community, and carry forward Dr. King’s dream. All ages are welcome!

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About Homeless Garden Project

Location:

30 West Cliff Drive P.O. 617, Santa Cruz, CA 95061, US

Mission Statement

The Santa Cruz Homeless Garden Project helps men and women gain skills and confidence to enter wider communities. We provide training and transitional employment within a community-supported organic garden. Volunteers have many opportunities to learn about and help in the garden, in the kitchen, and with special events.

Description

The Homeless Garden Project (HGP) provides paid job training, transitional employment, and support services to people experiencing homelessness. In complement, the Project operates a community education and volunteer program that serves over 2,500 people annually. The programs take place at our 3.5-acre organic farm and related enterprises. Volunteers have many opportunities to learn about and help in the garden, in the kitchen, and with special events.

CAUSE AREAS

Homeless & Housing
Hunger
Homeless & Housing, Hunger

WHEN

Mon Jan 20, 2025
09:30 AM - 02:00 PM

WHERE

Shaffer Road and Delaware AvenueSanta Cruz, CA 95060

(36.9796,-122.042)
 

SKILLS

GOOD FOR

  • Kids
  • Teens
  • People 55+
  • Public Groups

REQUIREMENTS

  • This is a Done in a Day opportunity and there is no prior training or ongoing commitment needed.
  • Must be at least 16
  • 5

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