GWG seeks to enhance our community by supporting projects that protect and preserve natural areas and resources, that improve outdoor recreational opportunities and parks, and that teach conservation, protection and the responsible use of natural resources.
Year Granted: 2019
Grant Amount: $100,000
To restore and rejuvenate the Reedy River through the entire length of Unity Park. This will create a natural stormwater ecosystem, increase green space, encourage river access, and promote environmental education.
Visit WebsiteYear Granted: 2018
Grant Amount: $50,000
$50,000 to purchase an efficient, refrigerated truck to be used daily for the collection and distribution of rescued food to agencies which feed Greenville’s food insecure, simultaneously reducing landfill waste. Read more - https://greenvillejournal.com/2018/09/19/loaves-fishes/.
Visit WebsiteYear Granted: 2018
Grant Amount: $37,946
$37,946 to expand Mill Village Farms’ youth leadership program, which employs, educates and trains at-risk teens while transforming vacant properties into produce gardens for local communities.
Visit WebsiteYear Granted: 2017
Grant Amount: $34,854
To hire a field coordinator who will add efficiency to the process of providing access to affordable local produce.
Visit WebsiteYear Granted: 2017
Grant Amount: $80,000
To establish conservation easements to protect signature property along the Reedy River downtown (Camperdown Way) and throughout Greenville County.
Visit WebsiteYear Granted: 2016
Grant Amount: $35,450
Used to build a therapeutic nature trail, so disabled students can access and enjoy a safe, outdoor environment.
Visit WebsiteYear Granted: 2016
Grant Amount: $40,000
Used to build the infrastructure needed to carry out its mission of protecting the Reedy River by hiring a part-time staff person and upgrading its website.
Visit WebsiteYear Granted: 2016
Grant Amount: $40,000
Used to plant 250 legacy trees (trees that live for at least 100 years) in parks, schools and neighborhoods throughout Greenville County to promote and protect a healthy, long-term urban and community forest.
Visit WebsiteYear Granted: 2012
Grant Amount: $52,882
To establish an Aquaponics Greenhouse System in order to increase the organization's donations to local food banks, shelters and non-profits by 100% by extending the growing season and diversifying production of fruits and vegetables.
Visit WebsiteYear Granted: 2008
Grant Amount: $13,962
GWG funds will assist in Naturaland Trust's efforts to protect a 136 acre portion of the Blue Wall Connection, the valley at the base of Caesars Head Mountain that contains Scenic Highway 11, and the South Saluda River.
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