With the arrival of spring and the promise of warmer temperatures on the horizon, we can’t help but think of fresh-cut grass and abundant blooming gardens. In several communities, BLOOM committees are already making plans and recruiting volunteers to roll out the 2022 Bloom Garden beautification project in their respective communities. The BLOOM project will recognize home gardeners who contribute to the curb appeal and vibrancy of their neighborhoods and our region.

NCCF is proud to partner with four community groups this year: Citizens for a Better Cassadaga, Imagine Forestville-Fredonia Garden Club, Lily Dale Environmental Committee, and the Silver Creek-Hanover Garden Club.

In July, residents will recognize front yard garden landscapes throughout participating communities. BLOOM Garden signs will be distributed to homes being acknowledged. Participating residents will be entered into a prize drawing at the end of the program.

The BLOOM Front Garden Recognition Project is a neighborhood revitalization project of the Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation. For more information on the BLOOM project, visit www.nccfoundation.org/bloom.

Since its incorporation in 1986, the NCCF has invested more than $17 million in northern Chautauqua County through strategic grantmaking, targeted scholarships, and leadership and community collaborations. The NCCF is a tax-exempt charitable organization inherently committed to enhancing the northern Chautauqua community and encouraging local philanthropy. As a Nationally Accredited Community Foundation, the NCCF has proven compliance with the National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations, demonstrating integrity, equity, accountability, transparency, and effectiveness in meeting the needs of their community. For more information on the NCCF, visit www.nccfoundation.org or call 716-366-4892.