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King Green Shares the Importance of Being a GreenCare for Troops Volunteer

GreenCare for Troops and its sister program, SnowCare for Troops, were created by Project EverGreen. These two programs match volunteers in the lawn, landscape and snow removal industries – who are willing to provide their services free of charge to a military family whose loved one is deployed. King Green, based in Gainesville, Georgia, is […]

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Four Ways Lawn and Landscape Companies Can Give Back

November is often a month of mindfulness and gratitude as you reflect on all the things you are thankful for. It’s also a time to give back to those who have supported you in your journey and aid others who are in need. There are numerous methods to give back this season and year-round. Here […]

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A Look at Project EverGreen’s Accomplishments Over 20 Years

This year marks Project EverGreen’s 20th anniversary, and the nonprofit has made a significant impact in communities across the country. “The goal was to encourage lawn and landscape clients, as well as our colleagues at all levels in the green industry to recognize and promote the economic, environmental and lifestyle benefits of green spaces,” says […]

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Lawn and Landscape Professionals Volunteer for the 27th Renewal & Remembrance

Nearly 500 landscape and lawn professionals volunteered their skills and time during the 27th Renewal & Remembrance event at Arlington National Cemetery and the National Mall on July 17, 2023. “Landscape and lawn care professionals love to give back and the annual Renewal & Remembrance event allows them to use their horticulture skills to care […]

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How Project EverGreen Selects GreenCare for Communities Projects

There is no shortage of public green spaces and parks in need of renovation. This is why in 2008, Project EverGreen created the GreenCare for Communities initiative to revitalize community green spaces. Since their first project in Akron, Ohio, GreenCare for Communities has restored nearly 200 million square feet of healthy grass. Restoring these green […]

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Renewal & Remembrance Serves as Meaningful Time to Give Back to Service Members

Each July, lawn care and landscape professionals have the opportunity to give their time and skills to care for the grounds at Arlington National Cemetery during Renewal & Remembrance. This year, volunteers will be able to work at Arlington National Cemetery and there are additional projects at the Washington Monument on July 17, 2023. “Renewal […]

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What You Need to Know About GreenCare for Troops

If you are looking for ways for your company to give back to the community, one possible opportunity is Project EverGreen’s program, GreenCare for Troops. Ki Matsko, program director of GreenCare/SnowCare for Troops, answers some of the common questions about this volunteer opportunity and how landscape professionals can get involved. What is GreenCare for Troops? […]

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Landscape Professionals Display the Spirit of Giving Throughout the Year

Thanksgiving and the season around it are an opportunity to practice gratitude and give back. However, landscape professionals often opt to practice a spirit of generosity year-round with both their employees and their local communities. Bob Ramser, president of Turfscape, Inc., based in Twinsburg, Ohio, says they choose to give back because it is important […]

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Help Military Families in Need Through SnowCare for Troops

As the winter counterpart to Project EverGreen’s GreenCare for Troops, SnowCare for Troops ensures that the families of deployed military personnel don’t have to stress when the snow starts falling. This program connects snow removal volunteers with military families to provide complimentary snow and ice removal services. SnowCare for Troops was started in 2010 when […]

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GreenCare for Troops Provides Opportunity to Serve Military Families

If you’re looking for a way to give back to your community’s military families, Project EverGreen’s GreenCare for Troops program helps connect you with an active duty deployed service member’s family where you can provide complimentary lawn and landscape service during the length of the deployment. Phil Fogarty, master franchise consultant for Weed Man USA, […]

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