Our mission at Global Gardens is to empower low-income students to be agents of change in their own lives and communities through inquiry-based science and peace education. We believe helping students create a garden is a way not only to assist them in learning about science, health and the environment, but also to challenge them to become caring, forward-thinking and confident individuals.
TRANSFORMING LIVES
We serve over 2,500 people at five sites in Tulsa with during school, after school, and summer programs. We also facilitate two on-site community gardens specifically for families. Join our volunteer team and help us better serve those in our community.
SUMMER CAMPS
STEAM360 | July 22-26 | 6-8 Years Old
Global Gardens is partnering with our friends at Discovery Lab to bring you STEAM360 summer camp. Through this STEAM-style Tour de Tulsa, campers will travel through the city’s premiere Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math (STEAM) organizations. Dive into a world of aquatic exploration at Oklahoma Aquarium, immerse yourself into the downtown art scene at ahha Tulsa, go on safari and get up-close with wildlife at the Tulsa Zoo, discover the innovative world of STEM at Discovery Lab, and learn how to cultivate a garden in your own backyard at Global Gardens. For more information, please visit: https://51116.blackbaudhosting.com/51116/Tulsa-STEAM360-Ages-6-8
Magic in the Dirt | July 15-19 | 1st– 3rd Grade
In partnership with Monte Cassino School, we are excited to offer Magic in the Dirt. Campers will explore the gardens, investigate how insects help and hurt our world, participate in experiments, and cook with garden produce. And they just might learn some garden-themed songs, too! For more information, please visit: https://www.montecassino.org/camp-monte
“Above all, working with the students taught us the value of celebrating small victories, of committing to a task whole-heartedly and of the peace and accomplishment to be found in the garden.”
– Jenni, After School Volunteer
HELP US GROW
Global Gardens is a 501(c)3 status non-profit organization. Our work is made possible through a supportive community and funded completely by donations and grants. Donations are tax deductible.
OUR METHODS
We teach an all-encompassing curriculum that connects the garden with other disciplines and allows students to connect the garden to both school learning and real life experiences, and we encourage the use of the garden as a central gathering and meeting place for the community.
