Project Description
Dupont Street Senior HDFC Garden Renovation
| Project Lead: | Dupont Street Senior HDFC |
|---|---|
| Project Partners: | Garden Guardian at the Urban Oasis in Monsignor McGolrick Park; Java Street Community Garden; and Newtown Creek Alliance |
| Project Location: | 80 Dupont Street |
| GCEF Grant: | $5,000 |
| Matching Contribution: | $450 |
| TOTAL INVESTMENT: | $5,450 |
| Project Completed: | June 2016 |
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
In 2015, through a competitive process, Dupont Street Senior HDFC received a $5,000 GCEF grant (and provided $450 in matching funds) to make environmental improvements at the public senior housing facility’s garden. GCEF funding was used to renovate the existing garden area, and support pollinators and local bird species, by installing a 200-square foot native plant garden with plants such as blueberry bushes, butterfly weed, and black-eyed Susans. GCEF also funded two compost tumblers and three tabletop planters, which improved gardening access for the residents. Further, GCEF funding also supported a workshop, attended by 30 facility residents and neighbors, on composting and the proper use of compost tumblers.
PROJECT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
- Renovated existing public senior housing garden by installing a 200-square foot native plant garden to support pollinators and local bird species
- Installed 2 compost tumblers and three tabletop planters
- Educated 30 facility residents and neighbors about composting and use of compost tumblers
