Richmond Parks and Recreation
Recreation Department is to provides for the positive development and well-being of the Richmond community through the provision of parks, greenways, trails and recreational programming and facilities resources.
Cope Environmental Center
Cope Environmental Center (CEC) connects people with nature through hands-on sustainability and nature-based education. Our 130-acre outdoor classroom provides interactive programming for schools, groups, and families. We partner with businesses, universities, and non-profits to teach the principles of sustainability
The Bloomington Community Orchard
The Bloomington Community Orchard is an all-volunteer nonprofit devoted to growing fruit trees and other perennial edible agriculture for the community to enjoy, while growing our orcharding skills through education and experience-sharing.
Wesler Orchards
Wesler Orchards is a family-owned and operated business since 1930. Located on aproximately 107 acres of rolling hills in Northwest Preble Co, the Orchard is home in the little town of New Paris.
Dougherty Orchards
Dougherty Orchards is the oldest family owned apple orchard in the state of Indiana. Located in Cambridge City, Dougherty Orchards has been growing apples for 139 years and creating family memories for generations.
Tuttle Orchards
For over 90 years, Tuttle Orchards has welcomed visitors to our farm to receive top-quality produce and authentic agricultural experiences. We’ve been family-owned and run for four generations, ever since our first apple trees were planted in 1928.
Indiana Orchard Directory
This website lists orchards all around the great state of Indiana and Ohio! Check out their website for a location near you!
Help Us Grow our community impact Through a sponsorship
Our Purpose
We would love to talk with you about joining and supporting our vision to bring local students into the heart of nature through the Orchard Educational Outreach Program. This program offers hands-on, immersive learning experiences for students of various ages and grades, connecting them with the natural world and fostering a deeper appreciation for sustainability, agriculture, and environmental stewardship. Sponsorship helps us achieve increasing levels of program offerings.
Program Overview
From April through October, the Mary Scott Community Orchard hosts class and group trips that provide engaging, interactive activities for students. Guided by experienced educators, students will learn about plant life cycles, pollination, the importance of biodiversity, and the benefits of growing local produce. Through planting, harvesting, and orchard maintenance, these hands-on experiences reinforce STEM concepts, teamwork, and responsibility.
Why Support the Mary Scott Community Orchard?
Positive Community Impact: Your sponsorship helps provide enriching outdoor educational experiences that might otherwise be inaccessible to many students.
Brand Visibility: Gain exposure to communities of families and others who value community-focused initiatives.
Corporate Responsibility: Demonstrate your commitment to environmental education, sustainability, and youth engagement.
Tax-Deductible Donation: Wood Block Press is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in Richmond, Indiana. All donations that support the operation and outreach of the Mary Scott Community Orchard are tax-deductible.
Sponsorship Benefits
As a sponsor, your organization will play a pivotal role in shaping young minds and contributing to the growth and enrichment of our community. Your sponsorship will help cover essential program costs, including:
- Outreach Educator to assist with programming
- Field Supplies such as gardening tools, seeds, and learning materials.
- T-shirts for each participating student, featuring your company’s logo.
- Prominent Visible Signage at the orchard recognizing your sponsorship.
- Social Media Outreach to thank you and share our story with more people.
- Orchard Upkeep to ensure a thriving, safe environment for learning.
Levels of Sponsorship
Harvest Partner (Lead Sponsor)
- Exclusive logo placement on orchard banner signage at the orchard over the calendar year. Situated in a highly visible spot next to 8th Street.
- Prominent logo on program program t-shirts provided to students.
- Continuing feature spot on our website and social media channels for the duration of your sponsorship.
- Class supplies and assistance.
- 32 group visits through the spring and fall semesters of the school year and through the summer.
Blossom Partner
- Prominent logo on program program t-shirts provided to students.
- Regular feature spot on our website and social media channels for the duration of your sponsorship.
- Class supplies and assistance.
- 16 group visits across the spring and fall semsters of the school year.
Seedling Supporter
- Prominent logo on program program t-shirts provided to students.
- Regular feature spot on our website and social media channels for the duration of your sponsorship.
- Class supplies and assistance.
- 8 group visits across the spring and fall semsters of the school year.
Next Steps!
We'd love to discuss how your sponsorship can make a lasting impact on student learning in our community. Please reach out and we can schedule a time to talk or a site visit.it further! Send us an email, or visit our Paypal link. Thank you for helping us make outdoor education a reality for students in our community.