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The Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation and KidsGardening Announce the 2026 GroMoreGood Grassroots Grantees
MARYSVILLE, Ohio, May 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- To promote active engagement with green spaces during childhood, The Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation and KidsGardening have named 120 community organizations as recipients of the 2026 GroMoreGood Grassroots Grant. This annual initiative provides funding to support local programs to establish or expand youth-focused gardens and outdoor play spaces. Spring through fall, these grants empower organizations to transform green spaces into hands-on class
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