Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

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Grant Type

Foundation

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Cycle
Annual
Tracked since
April 2026

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Geography

  • Spaces where residents can connect, learn, and grow together

Other requirements

  • Community gardens in Ypsilanti
  • Organizations committed to nurturing local food production
  • Gardens enhancing access to fresh produce

Overview

Geographic Scope: Ypsilanti, MI

Focus Areas: Community gardens, food sovereignty, local food production, food security

Purpose

The Sprout Grants aim to foster community self-reliance, self-determination, and food sovereignty through the support of local community gardens. These grants represent a crucial step toward building a resilient and sustainable food system in Ypsilanti by empowering residents to take control of their own food sources and strengthen their neighborhoods.

Eligibility

  • Community gardens in Ypsilanti
  • Organizations committed to nurturing local food production
  • Gardens enhancing access to fresh produce
  • Spaces where residents can connect, learn, and grow together

What They Fund

Financial support and resources tailored to unique garden needs, including:

  • ADA accessibility improvements
  • Tools and equipment (tillers, hand tools)
  • Raised bed construction
  • Fruit tree installation
  • Fencing for wildlife protection
  • Path improvements and maintenance
  • Herbal garden development

Recent Recipients (2024)

  • Frog Island Community Garden
  • Parkridge Community Garden
  • M.E.S.S. House Community Garden
  • Chidester Place Community Garden
  • Alley Garden
  • Cross Street Village Gardeners
  • Normal Park Community Garden

Contact Information

Ayanfe Jamison, Garden Manager

  • Email: ayanfe@growinghope.net
  • Phone: (734) 786-8401

Growing Hope Urban Farm

  • Address: 922 West Michigan Ave, Ypsilanti, MI 48197
  • Phone: (734) 786-8401

What Growing Hope Inc actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2023 — the most recent filing with itemized grants

Growing Hope Inc reported $3,000 in grants for 2024 as a total without an itemized list; the grant details below are from 2023, its most recent itemized filing.

Grants in 2023
1
Total given
$7,792
Median grant
$7,792

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IRS Form 990, 2023. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Community gardens
  • Food security
  • Community development

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