$100K in grants to go to Wis.-based Growing Power

Organization promotes sustainable farming

Published On: Nov 29 2012 06:59:04 AM CST
MILWAUKEE -

The federal government is giving nearly $100,000 in grants to Milwaukee-based Growing Power.

Democratic U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore and U.S. Department of Agriculture announced the grants are to help increase local food access in eligible schools.

It's in connection to Farm to School, a USDA-supported program aimed at improving agricultural and nutritional education by providing locally sourced food in schools.

WITI-TV reports the grant will help Growing Power provide training on how to produce fresh locally grown foods.

Growing Power is a nonprofit organization that promotes sustainable farming methods. Its founder and chief executive officer is Will Allen, a former professional basketball player.

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