#HerMission at the Garden of Tomorrow (Women Only Project)

As part of the #HerMission initiative, The Mission Continues advocates for cultural transformation (both within the Veteran community and in the general public) by recognizing the service and contributions of women who have served in the military.

Many women do not self-identify as Veterans and have a lower rate of participation in Veteran events and organizations. In order to reach more women and discover critical potential needs, such as social isolation and food insecurity, The Mission Continues' Phoenix Service Platoon has created a special community service event specifically for women and women Veterans in the local area!

On Saturday, May 14th, the Phoenix Service Platoon will be partnering with The Garden of Tomorrow in order to give local Women Veterans the opportunity to volunteer, lead and continue to serve their community. Additionally, The Phoenix Service Platoon will be elevating the often-untold stories of the incredible Women Veterans in attendance with a focus on creating and fostering bonds and long-lasting social support with local Veterans and community members. Each participant will be receiving a gardening kit, including pots, tools, seeds, and education on the therapeutic and health benefits of gardening and growing your own food.

Report for duty in your community with The Phoenix Platoon on Saturday, May 14th to celebrate the contributions of local Women Veterans! In order to minimize possible barriers that might prevent local Women Veterans from participating, this will be a child-friendly project.

Reminder: This is a Women Only Project

PLEASE NOTE: This is a regular gardening day so the garden will be open to Tiger Mountain Staff, community members, and other groups, some of whom will be male. To join the platoon please use this link: https://www.missioncontinues.org/service-platoon/Phoenix/

Type

Service Project

What To Wear

TMC blues, Clothes that can get dirty, Warm weather gear, Closed-Toe Shoes

Accessibility

Uneven terrain;Wheelchair accessible site and bathrooms;Handicap Parking available;Jobs available for persons with limited mobility

What to Bring

A great attitude, your story, water and sun protection. There is no drinking water source on site so water will be provided. Feel free to bring your own as well. Also, there are no restrooms on site but they are available next door. Garden staff advise to go in pairs to the restroom

Inclement Weather

Return to cars

Who's Invited

Kids (under 13)
Teens
Adults (21+)
Seniors (55+)
Adults (18+)