(Chelsea Update would like to thank Cheryl Wells for the information in this story.)
The Chelsea Area Garden Club (CAGC) will award grants of up to $500 to local nonprofit organizations for sustainable horticulture related projects. Grants support projects that promote the love of gardening, community beautification, environmentally responsible horticultural practices, and conservation through education and by example.
Direct application questions to Cheryl Wells, [email protected]
Completed applications must be postmarked by March 19 and mailed to: CAGC Grant Program, c/o Cheryl Wells, 98 Cedar Lake Road, Chelsea, Mi 48118
The grant form and information is posted at: chelseagardenclub.com.
Applicants in the CAGC service area of Chelsea and western Washtenaw County will be given preference. The CAGC encourages non-profits, schools, churches, and businesses to apply for a grant provided their activity serves a community purpose and benefit.
The 2024 Grant recipients include the Chelsea Intergenerational Garden, St Joseph Giving Garden, St Joseph Parish, and the Silver Maples Memorial Garden.
The Chelsea Area Garden Club Spring community and fundraising activities for 2025 grants and scholarships include the March 8 Senior Expo and offering free Michigan Native tree and shrub seedlings and wildflower seeds at the May 3 Chelsea Farmers Market.
The garden club is currently collecting garden donations for our annual “Garden Treasures and Plant-a- Palooza” sale, scheduled for Saturday, May 17 at the Chelsea State Bank Plaza Office parking lot. Email Cheryl for your pickup information. All proceeds will benefit the 2025 CAGC grant and scholarship program.
