Apply to Join to Become a Katie's Krops Grower!
1.) Create a video showing your true self, including anything you want us to know. Most importantly, have fun!
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.)
~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.
Your video should not exceed 5 minutes.
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 and reside in the United States or Puerto Rico.
~Youth applicants must obtain permission to start a garden at the location listed before applying.
~Applications to support existing adult-run community gardens will not be considered.
~Late applications will not be considered.
~Applicants commit to a minimum of two years of growing 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 13 years!
~All applicants must report on their gardens using a private grower website. Reporting includes sharing photos, harvest totals, and garden updates. This will allow us to see how fabulous your garden is! If growers do not report on the private grower website, they will be required to return their funding.
If you are selected as a 2024 Katie's Krops Grower, you will receive the following:
~Funds to start your garden. We will work with you to determine what you need to build a thriving 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 excellent Master Gardener.
You will have access to our private reporting website to 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.
~During the growing season, you can enter contests and win great prizes.
~ Most importantly, you will be empowered to grow a positive change in your community and help your neighbors facing challenging times!