Garden Time prepares incarcerated & formerly incarcerated men and women for the workforce, equipping a traditionally underserved population with the skills, self-confidence and support they need to successfully transition to permanent employment and a productive life in the community. We provide prison-based educational programs that teach incarcerated men and women how to cultivate gardens and grow food for their own economic and personal well-being and self-reliance. Our programs foster education, inspiration, and empowerment, and help trainees translate new skills into opportunities that enable their successful and permanent reentry into society.
Green Reentry Job Training Program
Provides entry-level career in tree service and other plant-based industries. Green Reentry Job Training offers classroom instruction, hands-on training and service learning with a focus on environmental justice and stewardship. This Providence-based training program includes OSHA safety certifications, employment skills building and on-the-job experience. Trainees will receive a weekly stipend. Industry-standard tools, personal protective gear and assistance with transportation will be provided.