Public Gardens
Explore the monthly impact and progress of 14 grants in this flow.
April 2025
Communities planted 10,000 mangrove seedlings, restored coastlines, held planting workshops and did health checks. Agroforests grew 3 new coffee and cacao trees. Village farms harvested watermelons, added a local job and sowed fresh seedling rows. Scouts picked tomatoes for breakfast and kids turned plastic bottles into planters. An ash fertilizer guide shared easy organic growing tips.
March 2025
In March, our partners grew over 30,000 tree seedlings and built a plastic-lined irrigation pond, creating jobs for three local farmers. Community gardens yielded two baskets of fresh cabbage delivered to five families, and veggie seedlings sprouted in three new raised beds. A greenhouse roof made from 230 upcycled bottles boosted growing space, and volunteers cleared waste and built a rubble pathway to keep gardens accessible.
February 2025
Communities planted over 6,000 mangroves along the Tanzanian coast, boosting wildlife habitat and green jobs. In Kawagumba village, locals learned farming skills, prepped fields and planted fresh crops. Urban gardens saved 400+ plastic bottles to build bamboo and vertical hydroponic systems growing lettuce and pakcoy. Riverside cleanups cleared trash for safer community gardens.
January 2025
Locals repurposed 10 plastic containers to grow lettuce, pak choy and chili, turning waste into fresh food. Over 150 fruit and native trees were planted to boost biodiversity. Sixty kids gained hands-on gardening skills and four rainwater tanks now fill overnight to keep beds thriving. Ten families will soon enjoy fresh veggies straight from the gardens.
December 2024
Participants built six wooden raised beds and planted garlic in a new bed, backed by four rainwater barrels for irrigation. Manga Libre hosted an outdoor community podcast and released a local episode. Two land art installations, featuring driftwood and moss, enriched the space. The edible and art gardens are now ready for community use.
November 2024
Debris and old materials were removed from the coastal garden’s riverside, creating a cleaner, safer spot for families and fishermen. Community members cataloged trees on a vacant lot and unveiled the first caretaker-made land art installation to bring life back to the space. These changes turned overlooked areas into inviting green spots for everyone.
