Walmart’s Generosity Helps Yellowstone Youth Gardening Thrive
Did you know that every June, Walmart steps up to support kids at Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch by donating unsold seeds, pots, soil, and gardening supplies? Their contributions play a vital role in keeping Yellowstone youth gardening programs thriving — helping maintain the Ranch gardens and supporting horticultural activities at Yellowstone Academy.
Through these programs, youth engage in meaningful, hands-on learning that teaches responsibility, patience, and growth.
How Yellowstone Youth Gardening Builds Skills and Confidence
Yellowstone youth gardening isn’t just about planting seeds; it’s about planting the roots of resilience. Thanks to Walmart’s generosity, youth at Yellowstone Academy and the Ranch experience the full cycle of care, from preparing the soil to seeing the first sprouts. Along the way, kids learn the value of hard work, gain a sense of responsibility, and build patience as they nurture their plants.
The donated supplies help our gardens flourish all season, creating spaces where youth connect with nature, experience the calming benefits of outdoor work, and see the results of their dedication. For many, it’s a chance to build confidence and discover new interests they might not have explored otherwise.
Mitch Burns from Yellowstone Academy met with April from Walmart to pick up this year’s donation for our youth gardening program—a reminder of how local partnerships strengthen our ability to serve youth.
Thank You, Walmart!
We’re deeply grateful to Walmart for their ongoing support of Yellowstone youth gardening projects and programs. Their generosity helps make a difference in the lives of the kids we serve, giving them opportunities to grow, learn, and heal in new ways.
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