PARK PROGRAMS: HARLEM YOUTH GARDENERS
HARLEM YOUTH GARDENERS (AGES 14 - 19)
Harlem Youth Gardeners (HYG) assist with gardening and park maintenance in four Historic Harlem Parks -- Jackie Robinson, Marcus Garvey, Morningside and St. Nicholas.
Now in its second year, the program provides an opportunity for teens to learn about the history and ecology of the parks, gardening and landscaping, leadership skills, along with environmental science, ecosystems, botany and sustainability.
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DATES: Spring 2021 Session: March 27 - May 15
DAYS/TIMES: Part-time, Saturdays, 8 AM - 4 PM
PAY RATE: $18 per hour
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Applications for our spring program are now closed. If you were not selected for the program, we will keep your information on file in case we are able to offer a Summer 2021 program.
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Thank you for your tremendous outpouring of interest in this program. We received over 650 applications for nine positions!
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HELP US EXPAND THE HYG PROGRAM
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We are actively seeking sponsors to help support our neighborhood youth via this valuable program.
The cost to fund the work of one Harlem Youth Gardener for the Summer Session is $2,800. We are seeking to employ 12 teens and one program coordinator this Summer. Full program sponsors are also encouraged!
Contact us for details on how your tax-deductible donation can help support the Harlem Youth Gardeners.
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MEET THE HARLEM YOUTH GARDENERS
SPRING 2021
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ALYSSA
I want this job to boost me later in life and show that I am a determined to succeed in whatever I do.
ANAITA
I'd like to learn more about ecology and become more active in my community.
CHRIS
I want to contribute to Earth's most beautiful thing -- nature! And learn to become a better leader.
EVELYN
Parks bring stressed individuals a sense of calmness and tranquility. I would love to be a part of a group that helps make our city parks a better place for everyone.
CAGE
I want to learn more about our parks' history and make our community a better place.
OLIVER
I really enjoy being in the park with my dog, Lulu, because it's so calming. I want to help preserve such a valuable place for everyone to enjoy.
TIARA
I'm very interested in learning more about gardening because it may lead to a future career direction. I especially love purple flowers!
EDEN
Eden was a member of the 2020 HYG Gardeners and invited back to be a Team Leader. This year, she's also exploring ways to promote the HYGs via social media marketing.
DARREN
Darren was also invited to return to the HYG Program in 2021 as a Team Leader. He's continuing to hone his leadership and organizational skills.
CHRISTINA
Now in her second year, Christina continues to lead the HYP Program. Her deep knowledge of NYC Parks and plants is matched by her ability to teach teamwork and leadership skills to her young team, always with the care and compassion of an experienced leader.
