We are continuously inspired and encouraged by other projects and movements, both locally and around the world who are encouraging healthy living among their youth and developing school garden programs within their communities. As you link to the various websites we have listed here let your minds and hearts be open to the future possibility for the health of our children!
Local BC Inspirations & Projects
Richmond Schoolyard Society Our mission is to bring children into the “outdoor classroom” where they connect with the earth and their community.
Stream of Dreams Eco-Education with a focus on local Watersheds, Streams, Rivers and the Ocean
City Farmer This website is a collection of stories about our work at City Farmer here in Vancouver, Canada, and about urban farmers from around the world
Carrot Creek Urban Farms great example of how to turn your yard into a sustainable vegetable garden
Earth Foundation 'Connecting communities to their neighbourhood and environment using large scale public art.'
Farm to School BC To improve the health of school children by increasing access to locally grown, nutritious, safe, and culturally appropriate foods in at least 12 schools within the northern and interior regions.
Think & Eat Green @ School is a Community-University Research Alliance promoting change in what students eat, learn and do at school in relation to food, health, the environment and sustainability.
National
Food Share: a food security movement based out of Toronto, Canada.
International
The Edible Schoolyard Berkeley the main source of inspiration for Sprouting Chefs and many other school garden programs around the world. Alice Waters is a true hero of Sprouting Chefs!
The Stephanie Alexander Foundation based in Australia this site provides numerous resources and information on how successful kitchen and garden school programs can be.
KidsGardening a wealth of information and resources engaging children with garden related activities and supplies
Farm to School Project Alliance