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Operations Manager Calvin Piktel featured on Podcast

Cultivating the soil to heal the spirit

At North Chicago Community Garden, residents, veterans and active duty military families provide food for themselves and the community, while cultivating a sense of purpose and connection. Welcoming local residents to garden alongside veterans nurtures fellowship as well as reintegration into society. Studies show that working with soil and growing living plants are extremely therapeutic for trauma. Providing camaraderie, understanding and space to heal helps prevent isolation, substance abuse and suicide.

Learning skills in sustainable agriculture empowers veterans to access employment opportunities. Horticultural training is a specialty in high demand since our nation needs a million new farmers. Working outside is healing for people facing PTSD, especially those who find discomfort in offices or factories.

Upcoming Community Garden Expansion!

North Chicago will become a flagship of food independence thanks to a grant secured by Senator Johnson.

Growing Healthy Veterans gratefully recognizes our partners in the service of Veterans and Active Military.

Partners are listed in alphabetical order and to learn more about any partner please click on their logo.

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