1. What is Urban Gardening Coalition?
UGC is a local nonprofit organization that strengthens the local food system, improves
access to healthy food, and empowers folks to grow their own food.
Our vision is to develop the community leaders and institutional structures necessary to
provide a sustainable and timely response based in small-scale agricultural production to the
incidence of poverty, food insecurity, and diet-related disease in McLennan County.
Our Values...
Our values include:
•Equity in access to food and the resources needed to grow your own food
•Community ownership and cooperation in finding the appropriate response to the
problems that face our community
•Entrepreneurialism in providing solutions to problems that can be sustained, at least in
part, through the development of for-profit structures and the skills necessary to
succeed in for-profit businesses
•Service to our neighbors and in our neighborhoods as essential to solving our
community problems
•Transparency and openness in our actions and decision-making processes
•Accountability and honesty in our stewardship of resources
How to Get Involved...
There are many ways you can help the UGC grow more gardens and provide more
gardening education and support in the community! If you would like to donate your time
and expertise, contact us to find out how you can become more involved.
How to Become a Member...
Come to the next Coalition meeting (dates and times can be found on our Facebook
page) or come chat with us at the UGC Booth at the farmers market. Or, please fill out our
membership form electronically or mail it to our P.O. Box at 2353 Waco, TX 76703.
How do I donate?
You can give in the following ways:
•Through our online payment portal.
•By mail: P.O. Box 2353 Waco, TX 76703.
•In person: Visit the UGC Co-op Booth at the Waco Downtown Farmers Market
or join us at our monthy meeting on Thursday.
Frequently Asked Questions
254-227-5380 | hotugc@gmail.com | P.O. Box 2353 Waco, TX 76703