Queens Gardens for Growth

Do you have specific Neighborhood(s) in mind?

Corona, Kissena Park

Which group(s) does your idea focus on? Select as many as apply.

Youth

Older Adults

Immigrants/ Migrants

Describe the challenge you want to address:

Combating issues of food deserts and lack of traditional food for young people is safe space for children and parks and intergenerational connection in the community and early onset agricultural education for young people.

What is the solution to the challenge?

A program through schools and community centers including YMCA to connect with youth with other residents and create community gardens and local parks. TThis idea will educate young people on nutrition foster age friendly activities and foster a sense of community and safety in local parks.

Please provide your Zip Code

10007