The National Gardening Association recognizes outstanding gardening programs through the Healthy Sprouts Awards. To be eligible for the 2008 award, your school, center or organization must plan to garden in 2009 with at least 15 children between the ages of 3 and 18. Winners are selected based on the demonstrated relationship between the garden program and U.S. nutrition and hunger issues. This year, 20 programs will be selected, and each will receive:
Applications must be postmarked by Oct. 15, 2008. Additional information can be found at http://www.kidsgardening.com/healthysprouts.asp.