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The UC Master Gardener Program is dedicated to promoting sustainable gardening practices and fostering a love for gardening among youth.

The 5 Ws goes into depth about evaluation and has more information for those who want to learn. It explains what program evaluation is, why its important, who contributes, when and where the evaluations take place. We also offer guidance and support on county level evaluations.

Giving days present a unique opportunity to amplify your fundraising efforts using the power of social media. These days of giving are powerful platforms to rally support from our community, partners, and friends.

All UC Master Gardener volunteers must obtain pre-approval from a UCCE advisor, county director, or program coordinator before purchasing supplies on behalf of UC ANR or the UC Master Gardener Program via the UCCE form or email (mechanism to be determined locally).

Volunteer recognition is a proven volunteer retention strategy for nonprofit organizations. Recognition can and should take multiple forms. Formal recognition might include a certificate or award. Informal recognition can consist of a verbal thank you, written note, or a token of appreciation.

The UC Master Gardener Program uses research-based practices in the extension of horticulture information but also to ensure effective leadership and management of volunteers. Two models, the ISOTURE model and the Volunteer Delivery Systems model form the foundation of our research-based approach.

The UC Master Gardener Program welcomes gifts to support our mission of improving the lives of Californians through gardening research, education, and outreach. Contributions are received and managed by UC ANR.

It is common for UC Master Gardener Programs to need to record income from sales and workshop fees received. The Business Operations Center (BOC) is available to help you navigate policy around collecting and depositing funds from event/workshop fees, plant sales, etc.

Unlike fundraising, the model for cost recovery is not to make a profit but to cover a cost otherwise known as "no profit, no loss" for providing a public service. In many cases, cost recovery is an event fee charged to participants to cover the cost of putting on the event.

Welcome to the Statewide Evaluation Reports page. Here, youll find valuable insights and data that reflect the impact of the UC Master Gardener Program across the state and within individual counties.