As spring approaches and the ground starts to thaw, our thoughts start to turn to fresh fruits and vegetables. This spring, the Jewish Federation of Northwest Indiana is creating a Community Garden, led by Lily Yalowitz. Our idea is to not only provide fresh produce, but also offer a peaceful and fulfilling retreat for the public. The garden will also give educational opportunities to our JCY campers and K’Ton Ton students as well as providing fresh produce to the Federation food pantry. 
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Our garden will require community support in order to eventually become sustainable. Initial tasks to create our garden will include:
  • planning the space
  • building the raised beds
  • planting the gardens
  • any other additional maintenance that is necessary
With your help, we hope to raise enough funds and participation to successfully build the garden. We are looking for anyone who is willing to contribute his or her time to the effort. If you are interested in lending a helping hand, either financially or physically, please use the forms at right, or contact the Federation at (219) 301-0960.
Proposed construction for this year’s initial build includes two 6’x6’ raised beds with built-in composting inserts.

Community Garden Build & Plant Day - Rescheduled
Sunday, May 26, 9:30-11:30am

Help Make Our Garden Grow!
2019 Fundraising Needs
Our goal is to raise $1800 by May 1, 2019.

Get Involved!

To make our Community Garden project a reality, we will need many hands to build, plant, weed, water, and eventually harvest. Can you help out? Let us know! We will plan work shifts throughout the spring, summer and fall based on interest. All ages welcome. Call (219) 301-0960 for details, or fill out the interest form at right.