Gardens for Humanity’s mission is to develop and share our relationships with Humanity and Nature through gardening, art, and education.
Founded in 1996, Gardens for Humanity has worked for ecological education to help give our children and all members of our community the values, tools and experiences needed to seek and regain balance with the natural world. Our many Programs and Projects throughout the years have helped to enrich our Verde Valley area from personal wellness to schools and communities. Read more about what we do.
A gardener’s sense of time is governed by the seasons, and by the life cycles of plants and other garden residents. There is a rhythm to life that a gardener experiences that is a contrast to the strict lock step of days, weeks, and months. Read whole article >>
November 20, 2021 – 10am-Noon: The Verde Thumbs Garden Club meets monthly in the large meeting room at the Cottonwood Public Library on the third Saturday. Gardeners from all Verde Valley communities come together and share knowledge on how to grow, harvest and preserve their own food using age old information and the latest, factual, organic and sustainable methods. More about the Verde Thumbs >>
Gardens for Humanity works with other community partners in the food, agriculture, and nutrition sectors as part of the Verde Valley Food Policy Council. We developed a comprehensive food policy and an action plan that promote strategies to create a sustainable, healthy, nutritious, and accessible local food system for all our residents and visitors to our region. Find out more >>
The activity kit has some 25 fun activities to get kids investigating Nature through all the senses, mind, and imagination, using science, art, journaling, and creative activities. Kit includes a magnifying glass, crayons, journal, seeds, and step-by-step instructions for each activity. They can explore from the viewpoint of an ant, or create their own design for a dream garden. They can experience their favorite snack foods while learning botany, and rank them from yuck to yum!
This project is funded by individual donations and by a grant from:
At this time when we must act to reverse the climate crisis, and ensure our health, a garden is one of the most effective solutions. A garden that both gives us healthy food and regenerates the Planet restores our health and hope. View our slideshow and resources >>
