Mow It Forward: How a Simple Lawn Service is Changing Lives in Our Community

🌱 Life can get messy, but your lawn doesn’t have to. Imagine coming home after a tough week to find your yard freshly mowed, your garden tidied, and one less thing to worry about. That’s exactly what Mow It Forward, an initiative from George Gray Centre’s Lawn & Garden Maintenance Crew, is all about.

By gifting a lawn care service, you’re not just helping a neighbour in need—you’re also supporting meaningful employment opportunities for people of all abilities.

What is Mow It Forward?

Mow It Forward is a pay-it-forward initiative designed to support individuals or families facing financial hardship, illness, or personal challenges. Anyone in the community can purchase a lawn care or garden maintenance service and donate it to someone who needs a little extra help.

💚 Every service booked provides employment and skill-building opportunities for our Lawn & Garden Crew—empowering people with disabilities through meaningful work.

Why It Matters

A well-maintained outdoor space can ease stress, improve well-being, and create a sense of pride in a home. For someone going through a tough time, the simple act of having their lawn cared for can be a huge relief.

🌿 Your support helps in two ways:
✔ Providing practical help for those in need—whether it’s an elderly neighbour, a single parent, or someone recovering from an illness.
✔ Creating job opportunities for people with disabilities, ensuring they gain valuable work experience and financial independence.

How You Can Get Involved

1️⃣ Gift a Lawn Service – Know someone who could use a hand? Purchase a lawn care or garden maintenance service for them.
2️⃣ Nominate Someone – If you know someone going through a rough patch, you can nominate them to receive a free lawn care service.
3️⃣ Spread the Word – Share the Mow It Forward message with friends, family, and local businesses to help us grow kindness across the community.

Real Impact: Meet James’ Story

James, a hardworking single dad, was struggling to keep up with yard work while balancing long hours at work and looking after his kids. Thanks to Mow It Forward, his lawn was taken care of—giving him one less thing to worry about and more time with his family.

"I came home and almost cried when I saw my lawn mowed. It was such a weight off my shoulders." – James

Book a Service & Pay It Forward Today

A small act of kindness can make a big impact. Whether you purchase a lawn care service for someone in need or share the message, you’re making a difference in both an individual’s life and in the broader community.

👉 Ready to Mow It Forward? contact us or email lawn@georgegray.org.au to book a service today!

🌱 One lawn at a time, let’s grow kindness together.