Closing Bell: Halsey St. Community Garden in the Works

The lot at 462 Halsey Street in Bed Stuy has been empty for over 20 years, but now residents are looking to establish a community garden on the land. The folks organizing the push for the garden are looking to raise some money to make it a reality: “In our contract with Green Thumb and HPD, we are required to have the garden up and running 6 months after the contract is signed, therefore it is very urgent to raise money to have the supplies needed to reach that goal.” The goal is $1,052. They hope to someday supply food to Bed Stuy residents and offer a percentage of the harvest for sale to local businesses, to give them the opportunity to financially support the community effort. The goal is to have the garden up and running by Spring 2012. To help make it happen, one can donate here.