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Lessons From the Lawn

Volunteer spotlights, lawn care tips, organizational news, and the real stories behind a grassroots nonprofit built one yard at a time.

We write about what we know — showing up for neighbors, maintaining outdoor spaces, and building something honest.

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Benefits of Volunteering for Your Landscaping Business and Taxes

Are you a landscaping business owner looking to give back to your community? Volunteering can not only benefit those in need, but it can also benefit your business and your taxes. In this post, we’ll explore how volunteering can maximize your impact both socially and financially. Social Benefits of Volunteering Your Landscaping Business Volunteering can… Continue reading Benefits of Volunteering for Your Landscaping Business and Taxes

Pro Bono Landscaping Tax Benefits: Greening Your Community

Giving back to your community can take many forms, and providing pro bono landscaping services is a great way to make a positive impact. Not only can it enhance the appearance of your community, but it can also provide you with unexpected tax benefits. What is Pro Bono Landscaping? Pro bono landscaping is a type… Continue reading Pro Bono Landscaping Tax Benefits: Greening Your Community

Beyond Mowing: How Volunteering for Lawn Care Fosters Human Connection in Your Neighborhood

Volunteering for lawn care is more than just making the neighborhood look nice and getting a good workout; it’s about fostering human connection. Whether you’re helping an elderly neighbor who can’t take care of their lawn or organizing a community-wide lawn care day, volunteering for lawn care can bring people together and create a stronger… Continue reading Beyond Mowing: How Volunteering for Lawn Care Fosters Human Connection in Your Neighborhood

Lawn Care as a Tool for Building Community: Why Helping Your Neighbor Goes Beyond Good Deeds

There is no doubt that maintaining a well-manicured lawn is important to many homeowners. It not only enhances the beauty of their property but also contributes to the overall aesthetics of the neighborhood. However, there is more to lawn care than just the physical appearance of the lawn. In fact, volunteering for lawn care can… Continue reading Lawn Care as a Tool for Building Community: Why Helping Your Neighbor Goes Beyond Good Deeds

Supporting Love for Our Elders: A Cause Close to Our Hearts

As we celebrate National Letter to an Elder Day (February 26), we at I Want to Mow Your Lawn Inc. would like to take this opportunity to talk about Love for Our Elders, the non-profit organization that inspired this special day. Love for Our Elders was founded by Jacob Cramer when he was just 13… Continue reading Supporting Love for Our Elders: A Cause Close to Our Hearts