Residents in 's-Hertogenbosch can now create neighborhood food forests with municipal funding
Residents of 's-Hertogenbosch can now transform local green spaces into neighborhood food forests, promoting sustainability and community bonding. The municipality offers up to €5,000 in funding to support these eco-friendly initiatives, making it easier for neighbors to grow food together.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Initiative | Neighborhood food forests |
| Funding Available | Up to €5,000 per project |
| Location | 's-Hertogenbosch |
| Benefits | Locally grown food, biodiversity, community |
| Eligibility | Residents and neighborhood groups |
| Application Link | Stadsmoestuin or buurtvoedselbos page |
The municipality of 's-Hertogenbosch plays a key role in fostering sustainable urban development by supporting community-driven green initiatives. By providing funding and guidance, the municipality encourages residents to actively participate in enhancing local biodiversity and food security.
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Get started with a neighborhood food forest: the municipality is here to help
Good news for green-thumbed city dwellers: residents can now start a neighborhood food forest in their own district with help from the municipality. A community garden was already possible. Step by step, we’re making our municipality a little greener together. Are you in for some green?
Neighborhood food forests
A neighborhood food forest is a green space in the district featuring fruit trees, berry bushes, and herbs. It provides locally grown food, boosts biodiversity, and serves as a meeting place where neighbors can learn from each other. Community gardens were already an option, and now neighborhood food forests are joining the mix.
How to start a neighborhood food forest
Want to start a neighborhood food forest with your neighbors? Here’s how:
- Find a suitable spot in your neighborhood.
- Work together to design and plan maintenance.
- You can apply for up to €5,000 to bring your plan to life.
- The food forest will be open to everyone.
Conditions and application
Curious about the conditions, who qualifies, and the steps to apply? For more information, visit the Stadsmoestuin or buurtvoedselbos page.
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