Jumpstart Detroit

The Big Green Jumpstart Grant Opportunity aims to support and engage students in outdoor education through school gardens. The program started in 2021 with a partnership between Big Green and the Wayne-Westland School District, distributing 200 grow bags to students and families. By the end of the year, the Jumpstart program was deployed, bringing Learning Gardens and grants to schools across the district. The grant is designed to promote food, nature, and health education while providing fresh food for families and the community. The program has impacted thousands of students annually and fosters community involvement.