We have reimagined our Grower Search, and applying is easier than ever before.
1.) Create a video
In your video, please share the following:
~Who are you? Let us know a little about you.
~Why do you want to be a Katie's Krops Grower?
~Show us where your garden will grow. (Take a video of the spot and the surrounding area & show us your water source as well.) ~Share your garden plan. Will you build raised beds, plant in the ground, or grow a vertical garden? Feel free to sketch your garden plan and show it on video!
~Share who will help you grow your garden and where you will share your harvest. ~Feel free to introduce us to your garden support team in your video.
Lastly, include anything else you would like us to know when evaluating your application. Show your true self and have fun with your video.
Your video should not exceed 5 minutes.
If you are planning on growing your garden at a school, you must include a plan for how the garden will be tended to over the summer when the harvest comes in. Any application for a school garden that does not include this information cannot be considered.
2.) Complete the information part of the application (name, address, etc.)
3.) Upload your video to the application.
4.) Hit send! All applications must be received by January 15th at 9 p.m. to be considered.
Important Details:
~Applicants must be between the ages of 7 and 17 years old and reside in the United States.
~Youth applicants must obtain permission to start a garden at the location listed prior to applying.
~Applicants are committing to a minimum of a two-year commitment to grow their garden. We want to create a sustainable solution to hunger, and all Katie's Krops Growers are eligible for funds to grow year after year. We have gardens that have been growing with us for 12 years!
~All applicants will be required to report on their gardens using a private grower website. Reporting includes sharing photos, harvest totals, and garden updates. This will give us a chance to see how amazing your garden is doing!
Applications to support existing adult-run community gardens will not be considered.
If you are selected as a 2024 Katie's Krops you will receive the following:
~Funds to start your garden. We will work with you to determine what you will need to build a successful garden and help fund your efforts. The minimum amount will be $500 and the maximum amount will be $1,000.
~Support from the Katie's Krops Team, including our amazing Master Gardener.
You will have access to our private reporting website, where you can connect with fellow Growers. Youth selected as Katie's Krops Growers are eligible for funds to continue to grow year after year, and we also award a scholarship to our Grower of the Year.
~We will make every effort to connect you with a Master Garden in your community to assist your efforts.
~During the growing season, you will be able to enter contests and win great prizes. ~And most importantly, you will be empowered to grow a positive change in your community and help your neighbors facing challenging times!