· 1 in 5 school-aged children is obese · Obesity results in diseases that were once considered adult-limited conditions. School (as well as home) gardens represent a unique opportunity to influence childhood health outcomes by providing an empowering setting. Early exposure to fruits, vegetables, herbs, and hands on nutrition education, […]
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Global Wellness Day
Global Wellness Day is an entirely not-for-profit day, a social project dedicated to living well. The purpose of Global Wellness Day is to ask the question, even if for just one day, “How can I live a healthier and better life?”, to direct the thoughts of both individuals and society […]
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Soil Solarization – A Perfect Solution for Florida Gardeners
Too Hot To Handle! Soil Solarization – A Perfect Solution for Florida Gardeners Soil solarization is a practice used to manage weeds, nematodes, diseases, and insects in soil. By covering the soil surface with clear plastic (see below), one will allow sunlight to pass through and heat up the soil […]
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Gardens of Hope ~ Golden Shovel Award
“When everyone is looking for gold, it’s a good time to be in the pick and shovel business” -Mark Twain Gold comes in many forms, and at the Joseph P Cory Foundation, “YOUR HEALTH IS YOUR WEALTH”. Our Gardens of Hope in Schools and Communities are making an impact, and […]
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Gardens of Hope in Schools
Congratulations to Stephanie Camhi and Desmond Green. The Joseph P Cory Foundation is proud to have your knowledge and expertise. You make our work so impactful and beneficial to our students. Gardens of Hope in Schools It is our mission at the Joseph P Cory Foundation (JPCF) to educate and […]
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2020 JPCF “Grow It Forward” Scholarship
Joseph P Cory Foundation “Grow It Forward” Scholarship The application for the Joseph P Cory “Grow it Forward” Scholarship commences on March 1, 2020.Our foundation is offering a total of $500, awarded to two students (Grand prize winner and runner up) who either writes a short essay or creates a […]