Partnership Opportunities DUG has forged partnerships with cities like Breckenridge and collaborates with environmental initiatives, managing 34 acres, 200 gardens and 29 food forests across six counties in the Denver metro area. This scalable model appeals to CSR programs, foundations, and brands seeking tangible local impact. Potential sales angles include sponsorships, co branded garden initiatives, in kind donations of seeds and tools, and employee engagement events at garden sites.

Grants & Funding DUG’s track record includes grants such as a $500K EPA award and financing for the Dig Deeper Initiative, demonstrating capacity to manage complex funded programs and scale impact. Opportunities exist to offer grant writing services, program design and implementation, and replication support for municipalities, school districts, and housing authorities, with ongoing outcomes reporting.

Sustainability Services DUG’s focus on environmental justice and public health through urban gardens and food forests points to demand for soil health, composting, and green infrastructure services. Potential offerings include turnkey garden installations, maintenance contracts, composting programs for schools and organizations, and training packages for community leaders and staff.

Education & Outreach The organization already distributes seed packets and offers training, with the Curtis Park office hosting seed distributions and community events. This sets up recurring revenue through curated seed kits, workshop curricula, licensing, and subscription based education programs, and partnerships with schools, libraries, and community centers.

Corporate & Events DUG’s annual plant sale and ongoing community events, plus a lean team, suggest opportunities for corporate volunteering programs, event sponsorships, and branded community experiences. The Etkin Family Food forests initiative and expansion plans indicate donor engagement opportunities and potential sponsorships to fund expansion to new neighborhoods and counties with impact reporting and CSR recognition.