BREAKING NEWS!! THANKS TO AN ANONYMOUS $8,000 DONOR WE EXCEEDED OUR $20,000 GOAL AT ABOUT 8 P.M. FOR FUNDS RAISED! WOW!!
This Thursday, Sept. 19, Econautics is working to raise approximately $20,000 to help launch our programs at three apartment complexes, and on a land lease in an east Fort Worth food desert.
Why is it important we raise that amount in a single day? Well, there are a few reasons:
1. The land. Econautics is in negotiations to secure a lease for a site where we will begin riparian repair and initial urban farming. We need funds for a downpayment, as well as for supplies and equipment.
2. The programs. Following a planning session and site visits to over 20 different local apartment complexes, Econautics has identified three initial candidates where we intend to begin offering family-friendly workshops monthly and partnering with residents to design and build community gardens.
In addition to supply and equipment expense, we want to make this process as easy on working parents as possible, so we intend to offer a meal and fresh fruit and vegetable groceries to participants. Ideally, we want to purchase these groceries from local urban farms to help lift up the local economy.
3. The Prizes. Every gift we recieve on North Texas Giving Day helps Econautics qualify to potentially receive random additional gifts from sponsors throughout the day.
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Grow Food | Grow Minds | Grow Community
Mission
To plant the seeds of healthier, more resilient communities by creating Living Laboratories for the exploration, study and teaching of sustainable agriculture practices.
Focus
To address environmental, health and economic disparities prevalent in under resourced areas through these Living Laboratories and through strategic partnerships with trusted organizations already embedded in the community.
Vision
To create a future where all children grow up with access to an abundance of diverse and nutritious foods, as well as the knowledge and skills to steward Earth’s natural resources for generations to come.
Econautics is in startup mode with a critical need for general operating support. In addition to funding, our greatest needs include:
A. In-Kind Donations - The following are examples of items that will be needed as we establish our first site in Fort Worth:
- Gardening gloves
- Shovels
- Spades
- Seed trays
- Tents
- Folding tables
- Folding chairs
- Storage bins
- Table covers
- Tarps
- Hoses and drip irrigation supplies
- Misting fans
- Portable barrel fans
- Greenhouses
- Rainwater collection barrels and stands
B. Volunteers - We have a wide range of opportunities available as Econautics builds and grows. A few roles include:
- Board Members
- Campus Ambassadors
- Community Advisory Council Members
- Expert Speakers
- Fundraisers/Event Hosts
- Gardeners/Farmers
- Social Media Ambassadors
These lists aren't fully inclusive and will change as our operations grow. For our most current and urgent needs, please e-mail info@econautics.org or check out our website at https://econautics.org/support/.
Econautics is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment for our volunteers, donors, staff and partners as all people need and benefit from sustainable agriculture. We commit to using community feedback to inform our programs and measure our success.
Econautics is an Equal Opportunity employer. Personnel are chosen on the basis of ability without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, marital status or sexual orientation, in accordance with federal and state law. Econautics does not discriminate on the basis of gender expression and seeks to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.
Organization name
Econautics
Causes
Environment & Conservation, Economic/Financial Security/Poverty, Hunger & Food Access
Operating Budget
Less than $100,000
Counties Served
Tarrant
Address
1617 Park Place Ave #110-ECO