Grow With Us:
The 200 Yards Program
Imagine a neighborhood where every block has fresh vegetables, every family has access to healthy food, and every yard is a source of pride and possibility. That’s the vision behind 200 Yards, a community-led movement to transform West Dayton, one garden at a time.
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Over the next five years, we’re cultivating 200 new gardens across our community. These aren’t just gardens - they’re spaces where neighbors connect, children learn, and families thrive. By joining the program, you’ll gain hands-on support to grow your own food, contribute to a stronger local food system, and be part of a powerful legacy of community resilience.
Why join?
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Fresh, healthy food right outside your door
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Free tools, seeds, and growing support from experienced gardeners
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Connection to neighbors, local farmers markets, and food distribution networks
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A chance to be part of Dayton’s story of food justice and self-reliance
Your yard can be more than just grass — it can be a cornerstone of change. Together, 200 gardens will build a healthier, stronger West Dayton.
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👉 Ready to dig in? Sign up today and help us plant the future.
200 YARDS
THE PROBLEM: West Dayton lacks consistent access to fresh produce and community-driven food infrastructure, contributing to food insecurity and limited neighborhood-based economic opportunities.
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OUR WORK:
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Community-led gardens that empower residents to grow their own food
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Expansion of urban agriculture through cultivation of 200 yard plots
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Local food distribution networks via churches and community partners
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“Food forage” infrastructure linking
residents with fresh, affordable produce
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Farmers market connections through bulk crop production and sales
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Trusted leadership with 14 years of proven community engagement
THE IMPACT:
Creates a resilient neighborhood food system where residents grow, share, and sell fresh produce.