BLACK URBAN GARDENING SOCIETY
Growing Communities One Person at a Time
At Black Urban Gardening Society, wellbeing is at the forefront of what we’re working together towards. Our programs and activities are designed to be a catalyst that helps community members reach their goals and fulfill their potential. Learn more about the positive impact we have and join us in bringing about positive change.
" Let my works speak for me."
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Augustine Wright
Working for Righteousness
ABOUT
Our Roots
The Black Urban Gardening Society (BUGS) knows that our strength lies not only in the words we stand by, but most importantly through the actions of our initiatives. The Black Urban Gardening Society, falls under the umbrella of the Council of Urban Development our Non-Profit Organization. We work to manifest a more sustainable global community by working together, teaching, training, organizing and designing ways that allow people to collaborate to overcome many of the environmental, economic, social, and ecological challenges that face poor minority communities of color around the world. The desire to positively effect these communities globally is why we decided to create the Council of Urban Development and The Black Urban Gardening Society is the first seed the we planted that has successfully grown.
ACTIVITIES
Making A Difference
INTERNATIONAL BLACK GARDENERS DAY CELEBRATION
Helping The Community
At Black Urban Gardening Society, we are dedicated to stepping up our efforts in addressing this issue. Food Donation Drop-Off is by no means an easy feat, but through cooperation and community empowerment we believe we can facilitate progress in this area. We are always striving to make a difference, and invite you to learn more and lend your support.
AGRICULTURAL TRAINING AND WORKSHOPS
Education
With this initiative, our goal is to promote great opportunities for those in need. With access to the right resources, people can become empowered by their own abilities and gain the confidence to fulfill their potential. Learn more about our work by getting in touch with our team today.
GROWERS OF TOMORROW
Mentoring
BUGS understands that the process of attaining a sustainable for the future involves the youth. BUGS has developed an action based mentoring program The Growers of Tomorrow. All participants in the Growers of Tomorrow are educated on the history and practices of sustainable agriculture. The mentees work directly in all aspects of the program encourage ownership and providing first hand knowledge on the needs of the people.
OUR PROJECTS
Collaborative & Innovative
Through programming and community engagement BUGS wants to assist in building self-sustaining behaviors in our communities.  We invest heavily in supporting the development of integrated solutions and practices needed to empower people. Discover more about our project below and get in touch to stay up to date regarding our latest efforts.
PROJECT PLANT OFÂ 2020
Paving a Way Towards Food Security
Project Plant is an annual project that BUGS host the 2nd Saturday of September each year with BUGS Chapters and partner organizations. Each year BUGS will donate BUGS Instant Gardens to members of marginalized communities of color. A fabric pot, soil, heirloom seeds, and a Square Foot Gardening template. All participants will also have access to a free class on the importance of food security and doing for self.
If you would like to donate:
https://paypal.me/blkurbangardening?locale.x=en_US
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BUGS GARDEN PARTY
Sustaining Community Through Food
BUGS Garden Parties are directly focused on bring community members together to collective work to develop gardens through shared economics, resources, materials, and education. Oh, BUGS Garden Parties are a party! We garden with music, food, and fun as a priority.
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Want to host a garden party?
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EDUCATION & OUTREACH
Making a Difference
We see every challenge as an opportunity, and this initiative helps us ensure that our partners are better prepared to manage the unique situations they find themselves in. We are invested in an innovative approach that empowers our community and delivers the support they need, when they need it.
SUPPORT SERVICES
Making a Difference
Through our Support Services, we have the potential to make a real and positive change in the community. This is one of our key areas of focus here at Black Urban Gardening Society, and a source of much success for our Non-Profit Organization. Get in touch with us today and see how you can lend a helping hand with this program.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Tackling the Issue
We see every challenge as an opportunity, and this initiative helps us ensure that our partners are better prepared to manage the unique situations they find themselves in. We are invested in an innovative approach that empowers our community and delivers the support they need, when they need it.
Join us in making a real difference.