Non-profit • Community • Education
Environmental Gardens
Hands-on gardening programmes that teach ecology, nutrition, and community resilience through grow barrels, edible landscapes, and shared plots
Growing wellness through soil, seeds, and stewardship
Our Environmental Gardens programme turns outdoor spaces into thriving learning environments. By combining hands-on gardening with ecology education and community engagement, we cultivate healthier neighbourhoods, foster practical STEM skills, and strengthen resilience for learners of all ages.
Our Approach
Key Features
Low-cost, sustainable garden infrastructure
e.g., grow barrels, raised beds, edible landscaping
Curriculum-aligned activities
blending science, nutrition, and community service
Staff and volunteer training
to support project delivery and safety
Inclusive participation
with adaptive tools and accessible design
Projects & Partnerships
We collaborate with local partners to implement garden projects that are community-driven and outcome-oriented. Current collaborations include grow-barrel programmes, school and community plots, and intergenerational gardening events.
Partnership Pillars
Co-design with educators, students, and community leaders
Shared
resources
and
volunteer
network
Capacity-building through workshops
and
mentoring
Transparent governance and regular
impact
reviews
Impact & Metrics
Our gardens track tangible outcomes to demonstrate value and inform continuous improvement. We measure ecological literacy, food production, volunteer engagement, and wellness indicators.
Example Metrics
Number of participants
and
hours
volunteered
Volume of produce
harvested
and
distributed
Classroom integration milestones and student learning gains
Waste
reduction
and
composting
rates
Data Use
Get Involved
Accessibility & Inclusion
Join an Environmental Garden Project
Get in Touch
- +27 83 449 7040
- info@carlballotfoundation.org
- 27 Northwold Drive, Saxonwold, Johannesburg, 2196
