🏫 School & College NSS Camps

We conduct and support NSS special camps, Eco club activities, environmental cleaning drives and student involvement programs.

📢 Awareness Creation Programs

Mass awareness programs on environment, waste segregation, water conservation, hygiene, and community responsibility.

🏢 Corporate & Government Sector Collaboration

Sustainable workplace programs, employee awareness, office waste audits and green transformation projects.

🧘 Stress Relief & Wellness Programs

Mental health sessions, breathing techniques, emotional wellness and counselling for students/employees.

♻️ Zero Waste Event Management

We provide complete zero-waste services for marriages, corporate meets, school events and public functions.

🌱 School Kitchen Garden Projects

Organic nutrition gardens in schools to promote sustainability, fresh food and agricultural learning.

🤝 Community Development Programs

Clean-ups, tree plantation, river restoration, public awareness and community mobilisation programs.

1. Project Title

“Green Classrooms Initiative – School Kitchen Gardening Project”

2. Project Introduction

Maatram On Trust proposes a School Kitchen Gardening Project at the selected Government School to create a hands-on environmental learning experience for students. This initiative transforms unused school spaces into productive gardens, promoting sustainability, nutrition awareness, and agricultural education. It serves as a model for eco-friendly learning benefiting students, teachers, and the community.

3. Project Objectives

• Create a functional and sustainable kitchen garden.
• Educate students on organic farming and healthy eating.
• Integrate gardening with academic and life skills.
• Promote teamwork, responsibility, environmental awareness.
• Support school’s midday meals with fresh herbs and vegetables.

4. Target Beneficiaries

• Primary & Secondary Students
• School Eco-Club Members
• Teachers & Volunteers
• Community Members involved in sustainability

5. Project Activities

5.1 Space Inspection & Planning

• Identify suitable spaces
• Plan layout for beds, compost, water access

5.2 Soil Preparation & Setup

• Clear area
• Use grow bags/raised beds
• Mix soil, compost, coco peat
• Install drip system (optional)

5.3 Training & Awareness

• Basics of kitchen gardening
• Importance of organic food
• Seed sowing, plant care
• Composting food waste

5.4 Gardening Materials Distribution

• Grow bags / Raised beds
• Vegetable seeds (greens, tomato, chilli, etc.)
• Saplings (tomato, brinjal, curry leaves)
• Compost & soil mix
• Gardening tools

5.5 Demonstration Garden

• Daily upkeep
• Rotational watering
• Organic pest control

5.6 Monitoring & Support

• Weekly volunteer visits
• Guidance via photos/WhatsApp
• Crop planning
• Monthly performance reports

6. Expected Outcomes

• Organic garden inside the school
• Better understanding of biology & sustainability
• Teamwork and life-skill development
• Greener environment inside school
• Optional meal system support
• Strong environmental culture among students

7. Impact Indicators

• Number of student participants
• Variety of vegetables grown
• Seasonal harvest quantity
• Waste reduced through composting
• Student learning outcomes

8. Project Duration

Phase 1 – 2 Months:

• Week 1–2: Planning & Setup
• Week 3–6: Training & Maintenance
• Week 7–8: Monitoring & Harvest Review

Phase 2 – Ongoing:

Regular maintenance throughout the academic year.

9. Estimated Budget (Sample)

Total Estimated Cost: ₹12,000 – ₹15,000

(May vary by school size)

10. Sustainability Plan

• Student Eco Club will manage garden
• Weekly care duties assigned
• Composting school waste
• Seasonal crop rotation
• Teacher & volunteer training for continuity

11. Conclusion

The School Kitchen Gardening Project by Maatram On Trust helps shape environmentally responsible, health-conscious future citizens. It enhances learning and brings greenery, nourishment, and creativity to the school environment.