(Atlantic) Five Iowa Food organizations were selected to receive MATCH grants from the Wellmark Foundation, including Mollett Park Community Garden in Atlantic. The Matching Assets to Community Health (MATCH) grants are intended to assist in ending food insecurity across the state. Cass County Wellness Coordinator Brigham Hoegh says the Wellmark foundation grant is about getting healthy foods to the community.
Hoegh says grant funds will also go towards adding educational signage to the park.
In the grant application process, there were numerous businesses who partnered.
Mollett Park is located in North Atlantic, at the end of 3rd street. The park has a playground, walking trail, a free small library, and raised beds along other community garden tools. Raised Beds are available for rent through Atlantic Parks and Recreation.
