These grants support gardening, environmental education, and hands-on learning projects that enrich the lives of students and community members throughout Camas and Washougal
CAMAS — The Community Garden Club of Camas & Washougal recently announced the recipients of its 2026 Community Grant Program, awarding a total of $3,500 through eight grants to local schools and community organizations.
These grants support gardening, environmental education, and hands-on learning projects that enrich the lives of students and community members throughout Camas and Washougal.
“Because of the hard work and dedication of our members, we are able to give back to our community in meaningful ways,” said Diana Hogg, president of the Community Garden Club of Camas & Washougal. “We are proud to support programs that inspire learning, creativity, and a lifelong connection to gardening and the natural world.”
The club’s primary fundraiser is its annual plant sale, which will be held on May 16, 2026. Proceeds from the sale directly support the community grant program and the club’s educational outreach efforts.
2026 Grant Recipients:
- Hayes Freedom High School — $735.44
- Columbia River Gorge Elementary School — $400.00
- Hathaway Elementary School — $400.00
- Washougal High School — $600.00
- Opus School of the Arts — $415.00
- Camas Community Garden — $129.37
- Cape Horn Skye Elementary School — $320.19
- Treasure House (BP Program) — $500.00
“Our annual plant sale not only brings gardeners together, it allows us to reinvest directly into our community,” Hogg added. “Every purchase helps fund projects that grow curiosity, stewardship, and opportunity.”
The Community Garden Club of Camas & Washougal meets on the fourth Wednesday of most months at 1 p.m. at the Camas Community Center. The general public is welcome to attend. Each meeting features a guest program focused on a wide range of gardening topics. Details about upcoming meetings and speakers are available on the club’s website and Facebook page.
For more information about the Community Garden Club of Camas & Washougal, visit www.gardenclubofcamaswashougal.org or follow the club on Facebook at Community Garden Club of Camas/Washougal.
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