Recognition and Awards
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MGEVs are heroes when it comes to introducing youth to the joy and wonder of the garden! They lead youth through gardens, introducing them to all manner of natural things, like native plants, insects, blooms, seed pods, and soil. MGEVs can be found in the classroom, showing students how plants serve as amazing air conditioners…
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Today, we celebrate the MGEVs who champion community gardens throughout Georgia. Community gardens are usually thought of as places for growing fresh food. They can provide a great place to increase fresh food access and teach about health, nutrition, and exercise. These gardens benefit senior citizens, families, children, and neighborhoods. Community gardens are a great…
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Georgia MGEVs are unique individuals who use their enthusiasm about plants and gardening to support UGA Extension programming in consumer horticulture. We think that taking a few minutes to celebrate their great work and accomplishments is important! This year, the Georgia Master Gardener Program is celebrating 45 years of service, we are excited to share…
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On Tuesday, February 20, 2024, Coweta County MGEVs and ANR Agent, Stephanie Butcher, joined Sheri and Sarah of the GA MGEV State Program Office to participate in special events honoring the impact horticulture has in the state of Georgia. We teamed up with GGIA (Georgia Green Industry Association) and UGA, Southern Crescent, and Gwinnett Tech…
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By working with others through consumer horticulture programming, MGEVs spark Georgians of all ages to use the knowledge they gain to grow their gardening abilities. Here’s a few notes of thanks highlighting how MGEVs use their teaching and gardening skills to positively impact others. “Herb and Barbara Metz have been MGEVs for 26 years. In…
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Check out this beautifully illustrated CAES News story, Master Gardeners Golden Jubilee, highlighting the work of Extension Master Gardeners in Georgia and recognizing your dedication to public service!
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Volunteers help community members THRIVE by teaching them how to use plants and gardening to improve their environment, personal health and quality of life. As citizens actively working in the community through the MGEV Program supported by UGA Extension, MGEVs are education partners with UGA Extension. They have the energy and passion as well as…
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Master Gardener Extension Volunteers shine bright! Let’s highlight a few volunteers who have really shined this past year and exhibited exceptional volunteerism. It is the volunteering spirit of GA MGEVs that enables us to cultivate an environment for our communities to THRIVE! “Dolores hit the ground running and earned a Rising Star Award with Gwinnett…
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Happy National Volunteer Appreciation Week! Each year, volunteers are celebrated across the country during a designated week in April known as National Volunteer Week. Why April? It’s Global Volunteer Month! This is a perfect time for organizations, such as Extension, to recognize the thousands of volunteers who provide essential energy, talents, and passion to Extension’s…
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from IMGC 2023 Awards webpage: The David Gibby Search for Excellence (SFE) Awards recognize the outstanding volunteer work of Extension Master Gardeners (EMG) throughout the United States. SFE includes seven categories in which EMGs can demonstrate meaningful contributions to their communities. All SFE applications must show that significant learning took place, whether by the EMGs…
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