Who We Serve
The purpose of our programs and activities is to foster connections among all the members of our community. When you visit the farm, you are likely to see a diversity of people: we've given you a sample below.
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An Interview with Lauri Girard, TraineeWhen Lauri Girard first came to the Homeless Garden Project five months ago, she had already made tremendous strides in her recovery. To fully appreciate the impact the Project has had on her, one needs to know where she has been, what brought her here and what is in store for her next. More... |
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Meet Matt, Volunteer and CSA MemberI first became associated with the Homeless Garden Project in December of 1995 when it was still an operating program under the umbrella organization of the Citizen’s Committee for the Homeless. Dr. Paul Lee, who married my wife Peg and me, ten years earlier, asked me at our 10th Wedding Anniversary, if I was interested in joining the Board of the CCH. I declined saying I didn’t know anything about the issues of homelessness and his rejoinder was, “Go volunteer at the Homeless Garden and they’ll teach you everything you need to know.” . More... |
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Meet Mary, TraineeI started about five months ago as a trainee. Right now I’m looking for a place to live because we got evicted. When I started here I hadn’t worked in four years and I lived on the street. I wasn’t confident at all. Now I’m gaining confidence and I am becoming a reliable person thanks to the community and skills that are taught at the HGP. I love this place a lot. More... |
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