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This project seeks to address food insecurity and homelessness through the development of a sustainable, community-run greenhouse that provides year-round food production and employment training for individuals transitioning out of homelessness. Led by [Rotary Club Name], in partnership with local shelters, vocational educators, and agricultural specialists, the project aims to reintegrate vulnerable individuals into society through structured support, skill-building, and community engagement.
The initiative includes:
Construction of a solar-powered greenhouse to grow high-yield, nutrient-dense produce suitable for local climate and market.
Agricultural and business training programs for at-risk and formerly homeless individuals, equipping them with practical skills in urban farming, produce handling, cooperative economics, and entrepreneurship.
Mentorship and life-skills education, including financial literacy, nutrition, and mental wellness support, fostering long-term reintegration.
Distribution of food to local food banks and low-income families, enhancing food security in the region.
The project will operate as a social enterprise, reinvesting proceeds into expanding training, wages, and support services, with a goal of becoming self-sustaining within three years.
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🎯 Objectives:
Empower 25-40 individuals annually with skills and paid training.
Reduce local food insecurity by supplying fresh produce to over 500 people annually.
Create a replicable model that merges sustainable agriculture with social reintegration.
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🔍 Alignment with Rotary Focus Area:
This initiative falls under the Community Economic Development area of focus by:
Building economic resilience for marginalized populations.
Promoting entrepreneurship and employment through training and cooperative farming.
Fostering community partnerships and reducing dependency on social services.
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