UC ANR is committed to providing an accessible and inclusive web experience for all users. If you encounter an accessibility barrier or need content in an alternative or remediated accessible format, please contact anraccessibility@ucanr.edu.
UC ANR and UC Master Gardener Program templates are available through the UC ANR Communications Toolkit. All county-based programs are encouraged to use the following branded marketing templates. Questions? Contact: Barbra Braatan Statewide Communications Specialist bbraaten@ucanr.
The Financial resources webpages are designed to provide you with all the tools, guidelines, and information you need to successfully manage the financial aspects of your county program.
Program coordinators are vital to the success of a UC Master Gardener Program. Please reach out to the UC Master Gardner Program statewide staff if you have questions about funding opportunities for hiring or maintaining a program coordinator.
As a nonprofit entity and part of an accredited educational institution, the UC Master Gardener Program can take advantage of many grant opportunities to support program staff, operational costs and special projects.
Support for the UC Master Gardener program comes from a variety of sources. The following templates and forms were developed to help county-based programs communicate with supporters and administer special gifts.
All funds administered through UC Regents must be managed in a way that adheres to system-wide policies and procedures. This safeguards the trust of the public, offers transparency in how we use said funds, and is our responsibility as a publicly funded academic institution.
The UC Master Gardener Program Strategic Plan (2011-2021) outlines our long-term vision and goals, ensuring our program continues to thrive and meet the needs of California communities.
After the introductory year, UC Master Gardener volunteers are required to obtain a minimum of 12 hours of continuing education (CE) each year to be eligible for reappointment.
The UC Master Gardener Program Annual Coordinator Meeting (ACM) brings personnel from around the state together for peer-sharing, professional development, and collaborative work sessions. ACM 2026 will be held online on Tuesday September 15th.
