Community Garden Leadership

Building meaningful partnerships connects community gardens with essential resources, expertise, and support networks. Collaborating with strategic partners like government agencies, businesses, educational institutions, and community organizations can help secure funding and expand outreach . In this module, you will explore strategies for identifying, establishing, and sustaining partnerships to maximize community impact. Upon completion of this module, you will:  

• Locate and evaluate existing community resources for potential partnerships  
• Develop an outreach plan to connect with potential community partners 
• Learn strategic planning frameworks to evaluate your community garden activities 
• Identify key elements in a partnership agreement and draft a template