**Project Overview:**
The Gardens of Hope project aims to establish a therapeutic horticulture and education program supporting veterans. The centerpiece of this initiative is the construction of an outdoor/indoor kitchen and classroom on an existing 24’x24’ concrete slab within the botanical garden site. This facility will provide a serene and functional space for veterans to engage in therapeutic horticultural activities, outdoor cooking, and educational workshops, all set against a beautiful garden and under the night stars.

**Objectives:**
1. Provide free therapeutic horticulture services and educational programs for veterans.
2. Create a welcoming environment that fosters healing, connection with nature, and skill-building.
3. Promote mental and physical well-being among veterans by engaging in myriad activities.

**Materials List:**
1. Sliding Glass Doors
2. Skylights
3. Food preparation stations
4. Outdoor cooking equipment
5. Classroom Furniture
6. Horticulture supplies (planters, soil, seeds, gardening tools)
7. Educational materials

 

**Budget Breakdown:**
1. Sliding Glass Doors - $3,000
2. Skylights - $2,500
3. Food preparation stations - $5,000
4. Outdoor cooking equipment - $3,500
5. Classroom furniture - $2,000
6. Horticulture supplies - $1,500
7. Educational materials - $1,000
8. Miscellaneous costs (installation, permit fees, contingency) - $5,000
**Total Budget: $23,500**

This project aligns with the mission of supporting our veterans through nature-based therapeutic activities and education. The Gardens of Hope will serve as a sanctuary for those who have served, offering them a place to heal, learn, and connect in a harmonious, natural setting. The grant funding requested will bring this vision to life, providing essential resources to create a nurturing environment for our deserving veterans and all clients.