2006 Organic School Garden Awards

Encouraging Kids to Garden Organically

Begun eight years ago by the Rodale Institute, this award inspires youths to improve their health and the health of the earth by gardening organically and promoting regenerative gardening practices. Any school in the 50 states with an organic garden that is used for educational purposes may enter. Applicants must write an 800 word essay about their garden and create a photo poster as part of the application process.

The bronze winner will be awarded $250; the silver winner will receive $500; and the gold winner will take the top prize of $1,000. All schools that apply will receive a certificate of participation. No entry fee is required.

Entries must be postmarked by October 31, 2006.

For more information, visit www.kidsregen.org/gardens/index.shtml.

For a look at previous winners, visit the Gallery of Gardens at www.kidsregen.org/gardens/2005/winners.php.