Green Spaces Alliance of South Texas

“My program manager and I are the only ones working on this program so I had a lot of opportunities for growth and to take initiative. I have created budgets and for CoSA’s funds for sustaining the gardens, attended meetings alone and in a group to represent the interests of GSA, provided language and statistics about my program for grant writing, evaluated incoming grants applications, and suggested ways of allocating grant money. Additionally, I have been the point of contact for approval, negotiation, and completion of thousand-dollar projects initiated by our garden stewards. I have also created lesson plans for SAWS workshops, educational signage for our Demonstration Garden, and social media content to advertise and generate interest in our programs. I’ve learned much about flexibility, adaptability, and believing in one’s ability to succeed in something new. I am incredibly grateful for this opportunity and a look into land trusts, environmental non-profit, and working in city government. ”