Grow Mon Valley

This began as a grass root effort to create a community garden in Monongahela. The first year was rocky to say the least. However, 2019 so far has proven that all our hard work is starting to pay off. Founded in 2018 by Michelle and Jackie, both working mothers living in Monongahela who love to garden, save seeds, and teach our passion. We have shaped our project goals based off of feedback from our peers, local experts, and needs.

Our purpose of our efforts organically began as an idea of a community garden in Monongahela. As we grow and gain momentum and interest we had members of neighboring communities wanting to know how they can get involved. As we quickly gained support form influential people and organizations in our community and neighboring communities, we realized that this project could benefit all the towns located along our river.

Our goal is to continue to hold "How To Workshops" about common gardening practices specifically for our region and growing conditions.  We would like to continue to speak to local city officials, school districts, youth centers, and retirement homes about the benefits of adding gardening to their curriculum or day to day routine.

1) Generate interest in each Mon Valley community
2) Approach local community leaders
3) Gather volunteers in each community
4) Find sponsorship for each garden
5) Plant a Garden
6) Continue to engage with workshops

1) Instills a sense of community
2)Provides educational benefits
3)Provides outdoor learning experiences
4)Provides community youth an alternative
5)Keeps senior citizens involved
6) Beautifies vacant lots, main streets, and park settings