Sansom St. Garden Installation
What is the Sansom St. Garden?
The Sansom Street Garden is a multi-year, pro bono initiative aimed at transforming a trash-strewn lot into a healing garden. This project honors the legacy of long-time community members on the 4600-4700 block of Sansom Street while also welcoming new residents to the block and neighborhood.
Legacy and New Residents Unite
The garden's inception is thanks to the combined efforts of long-time residents Shuja Moore and Carmen Campbell, alongside new resident Nina Ryser. In 2021, they galvanized the community, working closely with the Walnut Hill Community Association (WHCA) and the Philadelphia Horticultural Society (PHS) to clean, stabilize, and prepare the area for gardening.
Their dedication and hard work transformed the lot and inspired a renewed sense of community spirit and collaboration among the residents. The garden officially started its first season in 2023 and is now flourishing in its second year, showcasing the power of unity and shared purpose.
Cultivating Community Harmony
The ultimate goal of the Sansom Street Garden is to reduce blight and crime in the community by establishing a green space that enhances the overall health and well-being of neighborhood residents. This garden is envisioned as a gathering spot, bringing together diverse residents to foster unity and teach the valuable skills and benefits of growing your own food. Additionally, as a Black-led organization, Do Moore Good is dedicated to preserving land and fostering community harmony in the rapidly gentrified area of West Philadelphia. Through these efforts, the garden not only beautifies the neighborhood but also cultivates a sense of shared purpose and collective well-being.
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It all begins with planting a seed in the heart of our communities. With the proper care and attention, we can grow and prosper together.
