Vision
Our vision is to create a dynamic community garden that brings together an ethnically diverse community through shared passions for agriculture and cuisine. We strive to establish a center for cultural exchange, collaboration, and sustainable living, where community members can connect, learn, and celebrate their unique traditions. By organizing diverse events and engaging in collective gardening activities, we aim to foster a sense of belonging and mutual respect, strengthening community bonds. Our initiatives focus on improving local food security and supporting programs for youth, unhoused neighbors, and environmental restoration. Additionally, we seek to build relationships between the community and the church, providing opportunities to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Initial Opening and Expansion
This is our initial opening with limited capacity, but as we procure further resources, our plan is to expand the garden capacity to accommodate up to 50 raised beds. Also, this is a green initiative. We will be implementing rainwater harvesting, solar energy capturing, and composting.
Project Management
This project will be directed by Midway Covenant Church staff and members. MCC is providing a space contained on its property for a Community Garden. The area involved will be approximately one-half acre with further expansion available depending upon community participation. This garden will be made available to members of the community in convenient proximity to their residences. Community members will be given the use of raised bed for them to develop into their own garden to plant, grow and harvest the produce of their choice.
Resources Provided by MCC
⦁ Materials for the construction of raised garden areas. Nine individual timber boxes have been initially provided for use.
⦁ Suitable growing soils and amendments for optimum growing.
⦁ Six-foot-high security fencing, including security cameras (coming soon).
⦁ Benches and seating with a covered area for weather protection as required.
⦁ Much covered walking paths into and around the garden area for strolling, meditation, and dog walking (coming soon).
⦁ Rainwater storage barrels connected to existing and new roofs to collect and provide additional water.
⦁ Micro drip irrigation hoses (coming soon).
⦁ Composting systems and storage areas for communal use (coming soon).
⦁ An existing 40’x10’ container is available to secure items and provide roof water capture and storage.
Plan for Longevity
⦁ Materials for the construction of raised garden areas. Nine individual timber boxes have been initially provided for use.
⦁ Suitable growing soils and amendments for optimum growing.
⦁ Six-foot-high security fencing, including security cameras (coming soon).
⦁ Benches and seating with a covered area for weather protection as required.
⦁ Much covered walking paths into and around the garden area for strolling, meditation, and dog walking (coming soon).
⦁ Rainwater storage barrels connected to existing and new roofs to collect and provide additional water.
⦁ Micro drip irrigation hoses (coming soon).
⦁ Composting systems and storage areas for communal use (coming soon).
⦁ An existing 40’x10’ container is available to secure items and provide roof water capture and storage.
Success Visualization
⦁ A gathering space for neighbors to build a sense of community.
⦁ A venue for neighbors to explore and appreciate the area’s diverse cultures.
⦁ A neighborhood hub for events like meetings, concerts, festivals, and socializing.
⦁ A location for individuals to cultivate their own food, reducing grocery expenses.
⦁ A platform for sharing and discovering cultural gardening and culinary practices.
⦁ A collaborative effort to support those facing food insecurity.
Apply for your own plot
Please read to understand the garden rules and agree to do the following:
· Keep my plot weeded and tended
· Follow garden rules and guidelines
· Clear my plot at the end of the gardening season.
· Agree to let my photo be used for publicity purposes.
Annual gardening fees: $20.00 per year for one (1) plot
Fee for additional plot: $20.00 per year (based on availability after 4-12-25)
Plot Rental Fee: (All fees are waived for the first year) Which plot number would you like to use in 2025
By agreeing below, the applicant certifies that they are at least eighteen years of age. In the case of a minor applicant, the signature signifies the consent of the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of the child named herein, who intends to partake in the event. The undersigned acknowledges the inherent dangers and risks associated with this activity, which encompass, but are not limited to, the potential for severe physical injury, fatality, or other detrimental outcomes. These risks may impact the company, group, or organization referenced above, or individuals participating in a private capacity. With full awareness of these risks, and in consideration of the privilege to participate in activities sponsored by Midway Community Covenant Church, the undersigned consents to assume all risks of injury, damage, and harm that may ensue from such participation or use. Moreover, the undersigned, on behalf of themselves and their heirs, executors, and assigns, consents to release, indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the City of Lakewood, including its officials, employees, volunteers, and agents. The undersigned waives any right to initiate a claim or legal action against Midway Community Covenant Church for any personal injury, death, or other consequences arising from their voluntary engagement in this activity.
Furthermore, any photographs captured during the event may be employed for future promotional endeavors, which may include dissemination on the city’s website, social media channels, or in printed publications.