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Sullivan Renaissance to Host Joe Gardener®!

Saturday, March 10th, 2012 »

Sullivan Renaissance to Host Joe Gardener®!

SAVE THE DATE!

Executive Producer and Host, Joe Lamp'l, a.k.a. Joe Gardener® will be the keynote speaker at our Annual Conference and Expo to be held Saturday, March 10, 2012 at the CVI Center in Ferndale.

As a Master Gardener and Certified Landscape Professional, Joe's work is highly acclaimed. As the founder of “Growing a Greener World”, a groundbreaking television series that delivers the latest trends in eco-friendly living mixed with traditional gardening know-how to a modern audience. The series inspires viewers of all ages with stunning HD video, a fresh and engaging style, and always a compelling story. Each episode features the people, organizations, and events that are making a difference in our world today by raising awareness and influencing others to better stewardship of the environment we all share.

Joe also shares his expertise on NBC’s TODAY SHOW, ABC’s Good Morning America, The Victory Garden and more.

Joe’s an industry leader in environmental media and the 2011 recipient of The American Horticultural Society’s, B.Y. Morrison Communication Award, which recognizes effective and inspirational communication—through print, radio, television, and/or online media—that advances public interest and participation in horticulture. His knowledge and passion combined with his down-to-earth approachability have earned him a large and loyal following.

The Annual Conference will feature exhibits and workshops on garden design and maintenance, placemaking, rain gardens, recruiting volunteers and cultivating leaders and economic development.

There will be an opportunity to discuss potential 2012 grants with the Sullivan Renaissance staff.

Recipients of the 17th Annual Sullivan First Achievement Awards will be recognized at the conference.

Conference registration forms and workshop details will be available on the Sullivan Renaissance website on February 1, 2012.

Get Ready for Renaissance

Wednesday,February 1st »

Get Ready for Renaissance

An Overview of the 2012 Grant Program and How to Apply

Volunteers interested in learning about the 2012 Sullivan Renaissance grant program and getting help in planning their projects and completing their applications should attend the “Get Ready to Renaissance” seminar on Wednesday, February 1 beginning at 7:00 p.m. at the CVI Center in Ferndale.
The seminar will review the basics of the Sullivan Renaissance program, including how to apply for grants, deadlines, youth involvement, design and maintenance changes and other requirements. Staff will discuss project ideas and review paperwork with potential applicants. Refreshments will be served.

Beginning February 1, applications are available for download from the Sullivan Renaissance web site in a portable document format (PDF) with fillable form fields. Applications can be completed electronically and e-mailed to Sullivan Renaissance (along with required documentation) or printed and mailed before March 23.

If requested, Sullivan Renaissance representatives will visit communities at their convenience to explain the program, review the garden design plans and assist with the application process.

Beautification and community development grant applications are due by Wednesday, March 21. These grants will be awarded at the Spring Forum on April 19 at the CVI Building in Liberty. Projects must be completed in August. Some Sullivan Renaissance grant programs have different deadlines, including: environmental and seasonal grants; and scholarships. Intern applications are due on April 7.

Sullivan Renaissance is a beautification and community development program principally funded by the Gerry Foundation.