300 Iowa Street
Located behind the 4th Street parking garage
www.DBQRescue.org
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Mission: Foster urban dwellers connection to nature, food, and economic opportunities.
Price: Free/Volunteer
Eligibility: Anyone
Layout of Garden: 3 main planting beds and several smaller perennial beds, fruit trees, and full water access. Tools and seeds are available for sharing.
Garden Hours: Garden hours are not set, but we are working there most mornings. Self-guided tours are encouraged. (The greenhouse and chicken house are locked when garden laborers are not present.)
Special Events: Hosts educational sessions, school groups, mission residents, and the public. Dubuque County ISU Extension hosts the Farm-to-Table Fundraiser with part of the proceeds going to our greenhouse operations.
Is there educational support for new gardeners: YES!
FAQ:
When should I get in touch if I’m interested in gardening or volunteering?
Anytime, but May-October is the most ideal season.
Where does the food go?
The garden’s food goes to the Mission Kitchen to be distributed and prepared for those in need. Food is also given to volunteers and other groups serving the community.
How was the garden started?
Elbow grease, fundraising, and a partnership with the City of Dubuque.
Did you receive a grant/s? If so, from where?
Hy-vee’s Community Garden Grant, Sustainable Dubuque, estate grants, Iowa Master Gardener – Growing Together Grant
How is it supported? (Sponsors/Funding organizations:)
Farm to Table Dinner Fundraiser is our main garden fundraising effort at this time.
See photos HERE!
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How many people are actively involved in the success of the garden currently?
5 + community support.
Do you or would you like to host school groups, youth, or other groups at the garden?
Yes!
What’s needed?
Help with carpentry, planting, aquaponics, and food preparation would be great.
Contact:
Ashley Noonan, Garden Manager
563-583-1394
ashley@dbqrescue.org
Dubuque Community Garden Coalition 