News

Neighborhood Gardens Trust awarded $125K to make Brewerytown Garden permanent

Grant from the Pennsylvania Greenways, Trails, and Recreation Program secures land as community green space

Another piece of land will remain “green,” thanks to funding with the support of local legislators.

The Neighborhood Gardens Trust (NGT) was awarded a $125,000 grant from the Pennsylvania Greenways, Trails, and Recreation Program to acquire and permanently preserve the Brewerytown Garden at 27th and Master Streets. The funding was secured with state funding, supported by Senator Sharif Street and Representative Donna Bullock. 

The grant and a GoFundMe campaign allowed NGT to purchase two privately-held parcels of land, securing the green garden oasis for Brewerytown. The garden included six parcels total, with the largest owned by the City of Philadelphia and protected in its Parks and Recreation inventory as public space.

The Brewerytown Garden provides organic food for neighbors and includes 80 individual beds for gardening, a weekly farm stand, CSA program, a greenhouse and many community, cultural, and educational events.  

“Today, we’re proud and relieved that NGT can permanently protect this community green space in partnership with the gardeners, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the City of Philadelphia, and the many generous community members who stepped up to make this preservation possible,” said Jenny Greenberg, Executive Director, NGT.

Photo credit: Rob Cardillo


Julie Hancher

Julie Hancher is Editor-in-Chief of Green Philly, sharing her expertise of all things sustainable in the city of brotherly love. She enjoys long walks in the park with local beer and greening her travels, cooking & cat, Sir Floofus Drake.

Recent Posts

Green Philly Podcast Receives $27,500 Grant from Independence Public Media Foundation

The awarded project was a part of the 2024 Community Voices Fund grant recipients, with $800,000…

15 hours ago

Community investments, coastal zone protections, sustainable fashion and more

Catch up on the latest sustainability news. Shapiro administration announces grant funding for hundreds of…

17 hours ago

Zero Fare pilot delivered 4.3 million free rides in its first year

Zero Fare’s success highlights the importance of free public transit for underserved communities. For many…

2 days ago

Citywide cleanups, SEPTA troubles, solar procurement & more

Catch up on the latest sustainability news. October was exceptionally hot and dry. The average…

1 week ago

State Representative Chris Rabb wants you to start the sustainability journey where you are.

In our latest Civic Catalysts column, Rep Rabb talks nerding out about cool science, vertical…

1 week ago

Exploring Schuylkill Center’s accredited arboretum: a commitment to native trees

Discover native trees, urban ecology, and vibrant community engagement at Philadelphia’s newly acclaimed arboreal landmark.…

1 week ago