We're raising $8,000 in monetary and in-kind donations for our new greenhouse amenities!
You can donate via e-transfer to [email protected] (please note greenhouse donation) or via credit care using the button below (Square donations)
Tax receipts for donations over $20 are available from the City of Greater Sudbury upon request (email us your name and address, amount and date of donation)
In-kind support
Contact us to volunteer to help build or provide materials:
[email protected]
705-822-1276 (Rachelle Niemela, project lead)
Inspiration greenhouse: Groundswell Community Greenhouse and Gardens
Twin Forks Community Garden GreenhouseFundraising Campaign
We are raising funds to create a community greenhouse!
Goals
Create an accessible community hub that serves the need of all of our residents
Create a safe and inclusive space that uses sustainable and regenerative permaculture techniques
Provide an accessible space for community workshops and projects
Create living demonstrations of organic techniques, emissions reductions, conservation, and reduction/recycling of waste
Create natural spaces that benefit insects, birds, plant diversity and people
Project Stages
2023: Phase 1 – Build greenhouse (almost complete; grounds completion planned for spring 2024)
2024: Phase 2 - Plan and build inside amenities that are inclusive and accessible (approx, $2,000); run municipal water to building (approx. $3,000)
2024: Phase 3 - Plan and build a 10x10 storage shed behind the building (approx. $3,000)
2025: Phase 4 - Install options for power eg. solar, passive heating or other (cost unknown)
2025: Phase 5 - Expand footprint to include seating and outside workspaces
Proud Sponsors
as of January 31, 2024
Lopes Ltd., Donor of Greenhouse
Twin Forks Neighbourhood Association
Personal Donations
Meet the lead team!
Rachelle Niemela (Lead)
Mary Morrier (gardener)
George Hajecek (design)
Nadine Law (accessibility expert)