Food insecurity is an urgent problem in Alabama. In fact, approximately 1 in 4 children face food insecurity, and it affects about 2 million Alabama residents overall. The term food insecurity is associated with people that have a lack of regular access to the nutritious food needed for an active and healthy life. Through the Grow More, Give More program, the Alabama Cooperative Extension System looks to make a positive impact in the lives of these people.
Grow More, Give More enables home gardeners to help combat food insecurity. Both experienced and novice gardeners will find the information and resources needed to have successful gardens of every size. The project also encourages gardeners to grow an extra row and share healthy food with their neighbors and larger communities.
How It Works: To help you Grow More, check out Alabama Extension’s abundant resources to boost your growing potential, whether growing in containers, raised beds, or a traditional in-ground garden. As for Give More, some gardeners may want to share with neighbors, while others might deliver their harvests to a food pantry or a regional food bank.
Need More Information or Have Questions? Reach out by email to GMGMhelpline@aces.edu. Alabama Extension home grounds agents can answer questions as well.
To donate locally in Cullman, please email or call for more information.
The Link – 708 9th Street SE, Cullman, AL 35055
Donations are accepted on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 AM-12PM and 1 PM to 3PM.
Email: info@linkingcullman.org
256-775-0028
North Alabama Agriplex – 1714 Tallyho St NW, Cullman, AL 25055
Email: outreach.agriplex@gmail.com
256-297-1044
In 2022, 44,696 pounds of produce was donated.
Donations reached 7,450 Alabama families | Total donation value = $86,710