16th Annual Gardens for Good Program opens applications to projects improving food access, education, and community connection

RICHMOND, BC, June 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Nature's Path Organic Foods, North America's largest independent organic breakfast and snack food brand, is now accepting applications for its annual Gardens for Good grant program. Celebrating its 16th year, the initiative supports organic community gardens and urban farming projects working to expand access to fresh, healthy organic food and strengthen communities across the U.S. and Canada.

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For industry operators, this is another data point in the structural change reshaping the food sector. Watch for follow-on moves from competitors and reactions from key channel partners in the coming quarters.

16th Annual Gardens for Good Program opens applications to projects improving food access, education, and community connection

RICHMOND, BC, June 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Nature's Path Organic Foods, North America's largest independent organic breakfast and snack food brand, is now accepting applications for its annual Gardens for Good grant program. Celebrating its 16th year, the initiative supports organic community gardens and urban farming projects working to expand access to fresh, healthy organic food and strengthen communities across the U.S. and Canada.

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