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
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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.
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Our Approach
We design accessible, scalable garden initiatives that fit schools, community centres, prisons, elder
care facilities, and local organisations. Our approach centres on hands-on learning, co-creation with
participants, and clear outcomes around ecology literacy, nutrition awareness, and social
connection.
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.
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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.
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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
We translate metrics into actionable insights for partners, funders, and communities,
sharing progress through annual reports and impact stories.
Get Involved
Join us in growing ecological literacy, nutrition awareness, and community resilience. Whether
you’re a student, teacher, volunteer, or partner organisation, there are multiple ways to participate
Join an Environmental Garden Project
Accessibility & Inclusion
All garden activities are designed with accessibility in mind, offering adjustable tasks, adaptive
tools, and language-inclusive materials to ensure broad participation.
Join an Environmental Garden Project
Learn About Partnership Options
Get in Touch
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+27 83 449 7040 -
info@carlballotfoundation.org -
27 Northwold Drive, Saxonwold, Johannesburg, 2196