Nourish neighbors, reduce food waste, and build stronger, healthier communities.

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The Larimer County Grow and Give program makes it easy for backyard and community gardens to donate their extra produce to food pantries across the county. Whether you have a backyard garden or a small farm, your extra harvest can make a big difference in fighting food insecurity.

 

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Woman in her garden next to sign that reads I Grow for My Community

Larimer County’s Grow & Give program is partnering with Harmony Library in Fort Collins to offer a community drop-off location for fresh garden produce and cut flowers. Donations will be distributed to:

Colorado Master Gardeners will be on-site to collect donations, answer gardening questions, and keep produce fresh for library patrons and community members.

 

2025 Drop-Off Dates
  • August 18, 2025

  • September 8, 2025

  • September 22, 2025

Time: 1–3 PM
Location: Harmony Library, 4616 S Shields St, Fort Collins

 

Learn more

Grow & Give is a Colorado State University Extension initiative that empowers gardeners to grow extra fruits and vegetables to share with neighbors in need. The program offers free gardening resources, donation tips, and a statewide map of drop-off sites.

 

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1525 Blue Spruce Dr.     
Fort Collins, CO 80524-2004

Phone: (970) 498-6000

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