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    • GrowNYC is 501(c)(3) that operates a network of environmental programs that promote sustainability and access to farm fresh food, community gardens, and education.

      • Our Work
      • Past Initiatives

      • We feed New Yorkers by operating outdoor markets and delivering fresh food from farmers across the city.

        Food & Farmers Programming
        • Greenmarket Farmers Markets
        • Wholesale Food Hub
        • Using SNAP & Nutrition Benefits
        • What's Available & In Season
        • Food Access Initiatives
        • Our Farmers & Producers
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      • We have over 50 years of experience building community gardens, green infrastructure systems, and other built elements like raised beds, shade structures, and seating.

        Green Space Programming
        • Garden Builds & Restoration
        • GrowNYC Teaching Garden
        • Annual Plant Sale
        • Green Space Resources
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      • We empower New Yorkers with knowledge, skills, and support they need to cultivate strong, healthy communities and gardens.

        Education Programming
        • Food & Nutrition Education
        • Garden Education
        • Youth Education
        • Waste Diversion Education
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      • We’re a mission-driven aggregator and distributor providing a reliable, transparent, and sustainable supply of high-quality fresh produce and farm products to nonprofits, institutions, businesses, and restaurants across all NYC boroughs.

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      • Find a Greenmarket or Garden

        We operate 60+ seasonal and year-round markets across the 5 boroughs.

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      • Our Farmers & Producers

        We partner with small to mid-sized farmers and producers in the Northeast and beyond.

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      • Learning Center

        Explore our learning center to access curriculum, guides, and workshops and uncover the power of fresh food, gardening, and composting.

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    • Who We Are

    • GrowNYC is a 501(c)(3) environmental nonprofit in NYC. We serve more than 3 million New Yorkers by providing essential sustainability services and opportunities to make NYC a greener city.

      • Who We Are

      • Our Team

        Meet the team dedicated to creating a resilient and sustainable NYC.

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        See the nonprofits, corporations, agencies, and institutional partners who fuel and support our work.

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Kids Picnic Table Plan

Learn how to build a four-foot kids picnic table for smaller gardeners.

Kids Picnic Table Plan
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    School Gardens Handbook

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    A Year in the Life of a School Garden

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