Gretchen Mead, executive director of Victory Garden Initiative.

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The Rise of Victory Gardens

The Rise of Victory Gardens

Founded in 2008, it keeps expanding city gardens and healthy food supplies.

Jacqueline King’s daughter inspires her to volunteer!
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Jacqueline King’s daughter inspires her to volunteer!

She encourages people to grow their own food.

Three Award Winning Projects

Three Award Winning Projects

Lindsay Heights is a big winner at MANDI awards.

Milwaukee Neighborhood Innovators Win Top Honors
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Milwaukee Neighborhood Innovators Win Top Honors

Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation (MANDI) Recognizes 2017 winners at annual gala

Vote For MANDI People’s Choice Award

Vote For MANDI People’s Choice Award

Voting continues through April 5 for neighborhood development award.

People’s Choice Award Encourages the Public to Vote For Milwaukee Improvement Projects and Leaders
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People’s Choice Award Encourages the Public to Vote For Milwaukee Improvement Projects and Leaders

Awards Recognize Innovative Projects Improving Milwaukee Neighborhoods

How to Create 3,000 Urban Gardens

How to Create 3,000 Urban Gardens

Non-profit Victory Gardens Initiative fills city’s food deserts with fresh produce.

15 Named for Improving Central City Neighborhood
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15 Named for Improving Central City Neighborhood

“Unsung Heroes” Selected as Finalists for the 2017 Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation (MANDI)

Green Luminaries: Victory Garden Initiative Values Rainwater
Green Luminaries

Victory Garden Initiative Values Rainwater

It’s captured thousands of gallons to help grow food for local residents.

Advancing the Fresh Food Movement

Advancing the Fresh Food Movement

How composting by the Victory Garden Initiative serves north side urban farms.