In 2024 we gave back over $60,000 to our local community across our philanthropic pillars: Environmental, Mental Health and Wellness, and our local Children and Community Gardens.
- $37,000 to Festival of Trees to support the Children’s Hospital of Michigan to fund research into the causes and cures of childhood disease.
- $8,000 to local chapters of Toys for Tots to help distribute new toys as Christmas gifts to less fortunate children in the community
- $5,000 to the Judson Center PLUS the lighting of their campus to help children, adults and families impacted by abuse and neglect, autism, developmental, behavioral and physical health challenges
- $4,000 to ReLeaf Michigan to help protect and restore urban tree canopies
- $2,600 to the National Alliance on Mental Illness of Oakland and Wayne Counties to support mental health
- $2,000 to Forgotten Harvest to help fight hunger
- PLUS thousands of dollars in gift cards and product donations to hundreds of local organizations
Donation guidelines:
At English Gardens, we are proud to support a variety of causes that align with our values and mission. While we strive to contribute to as many requests as possible, we can only approve a limited number due to the high volume of inquiries we receive. Requests must be submitted 8 weeks before your event. If your organization’s request is approved, you will be contacted no later than 4 weeks prior to your event.
We will consider requests from local organizations focused in the following areas:
- Mental health and wellness
- Environmental causes related to pollinators, reforestation and ecological education
- Community groups that support kids, farming, and community gardens
We are unable to fulfill requests from:
- Endowment funds or memorials.
- For-profit ventures.
- Individuals (including fellowships, scholarships, stipends, etc.).
- Political causes, campaigns, or candidates.
- Organizations located more than 15 miles from any English Gardens store location.
Additionally, we do not provide cash donations or sponsorships.
We appreciate your understanding and thank you for considering English Gardens as a potential supporter of your cause.
Donation Request Form
For special pricing, check out our Corporate Discount Program.