SEEDS OF FRIENDSHIP
GARDEN CLUB OF OHIO INC

During our recent Environmental Studies School Charlene Jendry updated us on the use of
our donations to the Seeds of Friendship.  The women of Rwanda all plant the flowers to
brighten their abodes – even in the most remote areas. The extra produce is brought to
central areas for market sales. This picture is from one on the markets. Special permission
was obtained by all concerned to show the “garden seed ladies” how wonderful the
produce grows. Our fresh seeds are so much
The villagers also wished us to know that the seeds are saved and the ‘grandma’s babies’
are in the photo. This makes it important to buy Open Pollinated seeds. Usually they are
marked Heirloom or Heritage.  

The extra moneys gathered went into small local made ovens last year. This preserves the
rain forest and allows the families to have a more efficient means of cooking (they use
sand, clay and sweet potato leaves to make!).  Each oven uses less that ¼ of the wood
for fuel that they were using and the heat lasts longer.

We are making a difference in the lives of these people. Please continue your generosity.

Sincerely,
Pat Rupiper
Environmental Studies Chair

This years seeds:
BELL PEPPERS, BUSH BEANS, CABBAGE, CARROTS, ONIONS, TOMATOES
FLOWERS: COSMOS & ZINNIAS