Raised Bed Garden Program Application

Do you have existing garden beds on site?*

YesNo
Please describe your plans for water access:
Do you have (check all that apply):

Sufficient sunlight (6 hours)Level groundAccess to a water source within 20 ft
How many garden beds are you requesting CCFB support in installing?
CCFB can support building new 10ft by 3ft by 12" or 16" garden beds for the cost of the lumber. You may take care of this portion yourself without CCFB involvement, if you prefer.
When are you hoping to install the beds? Please be specific. Guided builds with CCFB staff and volunteers take place in either March/April or September/October.
Describe how your site engages food insecure households. Schools: please list what percentage of students receive free or reduced lunch. *
How will the garden impact your community or constituents?*
Who will tend the garden from April-November?*
How will the produce be used? (% donated, % used in programs)*
Where do you expect produce be donated? For help identifying a food cupboard in your area see our "Food Finder" at www.chestercountyfoodbank.org*
Finally, as outlined in the program overview, there is a $250 fee to be a garden partner with our program to support rising costs for the Food Bank. Please indicate your position relating to the fee:*

We are able to pay the feeWe would like to submit an application to waive the feeI have more questions and would like to discuss them with CCFB staff

How many households does your organization serve annually?*
What best describes your partnership with CCFB?*

Core Service PartnerSupplemental Service PartnerDirect Neighbor Support PartnerNone of these
Please describe your existing relationship with CCFB.*
Are you able to commit to distributing plants to neighbors within one week of pick-up?*

YesNot
Are you able to commit to storing plants properly after pick-up and before distribution?*

YesNo

We are sorry! We are only able to partner with organizations within Chester County. Thank you for your interest in our program! You are welcome to reach out to our staff if you would like guidance on where to look for similar programs in your area. We always recommend contacting your local Penn State Master Gardener program for all things gardening in your county.

We wish you the best of luck!