Trap Garden
Description
The Trap Garden is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization founded in Nashville, Tennessee by Robert "Rob Veggies" Horton. Rob's motivation as an urban farmer and community health activist stem from his own experiences growing up in a St. Louis, Missouri neighborhood with few fresh, health food items. After relocating to Nashville to attend Tennessee State University Rob was frustrated with having to drive miles away from his home for a grocery store that supplied quality fresh products. So, in February 2014 Rob decided to stop complaining and help to alleviate the problem by joining his Alma Maters Community Garden and the Trap Garden was born; growing his own vegetables and herbs and providing assistance to others who do not have direct access to fresh and healthy products.
Great For
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BIPOC communities
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Low-Income Communities
Mission
The Trap Garden is a social enterprise that provides a sustainable source of healthy, high quality foods and offers innovative solutions to the physical, financial, and educational shortcomings in food insecure communities. Our mission is to help build, sustain, and empower low-income communities by assisting in the creation of community gardens and the promotion of healthy eating. The Trap Garden seeks to motivate and inspire others to start something that matters in their communities- to not depend on a major grocery store or business to provide them with their daily needs.
Activities/Services
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Community Engagement and Outreach
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Conservation
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Guided Tours and Experiences
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Health and Wellness
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Outdoor Education
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Recreation and Outdoor Activities
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Research and Data Collection
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Sustainability Initiatives
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Youth Programs
Age Groups
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All Ages
Tags
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Advocacy
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BIPOC Leadership
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Community Engagement
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Conservation
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Environmental Education
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Equity and Inclusion
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Guided Tours
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Health and Wellness
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Hiking
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Nature Walks
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Outdoor Education
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Outdoor Retreats
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Recreation
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Sustainability
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Urban Green Spaces
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Youth Programs