Be part of the
Growing Collective

Membership Perks

  • Get access to the Growing Together program, where you get hands-on experience of growing your own food alongside new and experienced gardeners in the greenhouse in downtown Stevens Point. Together, we plan, start, and nurture plants to help make fresh, local produce more accessible for our community. The more time you contribute to the experience, the more plants you receive. (Limited capacity: 85, Registration Deadline: March 1st)

  • Receive at least a 10% discount on year-round workshops about food, gardening, self-sustainability, and ecological practices.

  • Connect with other gardeners by participating in membership meetings, where you will have access to:

    • Summer Garden Tour!

    • Fall Harvest Share!

    • Educational sessions!

    • Voting opportunities!

  • Receive a member-specific newsletter.

Your membership directly empowers individuals to take control of their food systems, building a sustainable future for everyone. Together, let's build meaningful connections through gardening!

  • 10 hours = 15 plants

  • 20 hours = 30 plants

  • 30 hours = 45 plants

  • 40 hours = 60 plants

  • 50 hours (plus being part of an action team or at least one Board of Directors committees) = 75 plants

  • 60 hours (plus being a Board of Directors member or leading or co-leading an action team) = 90 plants

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Why join the Growing Collective?

Community Connection

At Growing Collective, you’re never alone in your gardening journey.

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Empowerment

Together, we grow food, friendships, and stronger communities.

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Sustainability

Learn and share environmentally responsible gardening practices.

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Food Equity

Help provide our neighbors with the opportunity to grow their own nutritious and culturally meaningful foods.