Project EverGreen will sponsor a thank-you card writing initiative at this year’s GIE+EXPO in Louisville, Ky., Oct. 17-19 to say “thank you” to U.S. military personnel. “Sometimes the simplest gestures mean the most and taking a few minutes to write a note of appreciation is a way all members of the green industry can thank our military personnel for their... read more
Music and laughter filled the American Legion parking lot in Delano, Minn., as hundreds of people attended Band Blitz II, a fundraiser supporting Project EverGreen’s GreenCare for Troops (GCFT). “Thriving lawns, trees and landscapes go beyond the aesthetics; they are an integral part of the social fabric of a community, and provide a safe yard for kids to play and... read more
Nufarm’s National Leadership team voted to continue support for Project EverGreen’s GreenCare for Troops program as presenting sponsor with another $150,000 contribution. During fiscal year 2018, Nufarm pledged to support the organization’s efforts by becoming the first significant sponsor of the nationwide program. “Last year’s decision to be presenting sponsor for the GreenCare for Troops program was driven by the... read more
Band Blitz II, a fundraiser benefiting Project EverGreen’s GreenCare for Troops and Delano American Legion, is set for Sept. 8 from 7 to 11 p.m. The benefit will feature live music, food, drink and raffle drawings. It will take place at the Delano American Legion parking lot in Delano, Minn. Dick Jonckowski, long-time PA announcer for the University of Minnesota... read more
On the heels of its GreenCare for Troops Awareness Week, Project EverGreen announced a recruiting challenge and commemorative T-shirt offer to attract new volunteers. The limited edition “Service is in Their DNA” T-shirt will be available until July 31, and a portion of every sale will go to support GreenCare for Troops. GreenCare for Troops, which celebrates its 12th year in... read more
Spring Touch Lawn & Pest Control, based in St. Peter, Minn., threw out the ceremonial first pitch at the Minnesota Twins game at Target Field on June 2 in support of Project EverGreen’s GreenCare for Troops. Project EverGreen recognizes this week—June 10-16—as GreenCare for Troops Awareness Week. GreenCare for Troops provides military families and post-9/11 veterans with a service-connected disability with... read more
