In Georgia over 2500 Master Gardeners sharing their time and talent have given over 217,000 volunteer hours to their communities at an estimated value of $4.23 million. The Georgia Master Gardener Association, Inc. is a statewide 501 (c) (3) corporation of Master Gardeners which has as its primary purpose support of and advocacy for Master Gardeners and Master Gardener organizations throughout the state.
This is accomplished in a number of ways. GMGA awards a minimum of $15,000 annually to projects throughout the state which are educational and involve the community. Physically and mentally challenged children and adults, public and private school children, historic gardens, their renovation and maintenance, and children’s programs have all been supported by GMGA Project Grants. This is one way we grow gardeners.
Another is through the use of the tools of technology. Our new website is designed to interest, inform, and involve the public as well as fellow master gardeners. Various Master Gardener organizations throughout the state will share their successful projects with the public and their colleagues. Leading nurseries and plant growers will share information about their favorite plants for our Georgia climates. In the Members Only section, The Georgia SCOOP will be found in full color. The membership directory will be found there as well. The store will feature GMGA merchandise as well forms for conference registration, and membership renewal. A calendar will keep us informed of the garden goings on throughout the state with helpful links for further information.
Our GMGA conferences are a third way to grow gardeners. Experts in a variety of horticultural areas of interest provide our members with the most current knowledge in their respective fields. Field trips, tours, and workshops are often a feature of GMGA conferences designed to interest and inform. In addition to the learning that occurs, we share ideas, develop new friends, and have a great time. Members can attend the conferences held twice a year at a reduced rate.
Greetings GMGA,
I’d love to read the latest edition of the Scoop, but the password I received in my membership renewal does not work. If you’ve sent another one since then, I don’t have it. Could you send me the password I need? Thanks! Why all the fuss about password protection anyway?
B. Simon
I cannot access the Scoop either. i wish to renew my membership, but not not wish to charge. I want to pay by check. Please advise.
Thanks.
Hi.
There’s a link for the mail-in form here
I’ve emailed it you, too.
Cheers-
Terri
Betsy, I emailed you the password
cheers-
Terri
PLEASE SEND ME THE PASSWORD SO I CAN READ THE SCOOP!!!!!!!!!!HAVE REQUESTED SEVERAL TIMES!!!!!!!
Jean Dascalos
1300 Bristol Oaks Drive
Roswell, Ga 30075
I am on the inactive list but HAVE PAYED MY DUES!!!!!
I do not have the Scoop password please Email it to me.
Hi George. I’ve copied Dot Martin, GMGA Membership Chair and perhaps she can be of assistance-
cheers-
Terri
Please send me the password…I’d like to read our SCOOP.
Thanks,
Bill
I emailed the password to you.
cheers
Terri
I emailed the password to you.
cheers-
Terri
I need the password too please.
I sent it to you directly
cheers-
I have mailed in renewal form with check, but have not heard anything as to the renewal. I would like to be able to access the Scoop magazine-both to read and submit information about our Chapter. I would like to speak to someone about this. There is no contact info here and if you email the webmaster it is returned as “undeliverable”. Thanks for your help.
K Kersey
Kay, I’ve contacted you by email.
Terri
Need a password also
Hi.
Umm, according to the list I have (which may or may not be current), you have not yet renewed your membership for 2012. I’m not sure what the protocol here is so I am copying Dot Martin, Membership Chair for GMGA, and asking her to advise us if membership needs to be renewed before the password is given out.
Thanks for your understanding and patience- Terri
I have recently completed my Master Gardener program and received my certificate. I am an active member of the NFMG. Please advise how I can become a member of the GMGA. thank you Jean
The application is right here, Jean. (Don’t worry that it says ‘renewal’ – it’s good for new memberships, too.
Welcome aboard!
I need a password. I would also like to renew my membership
by mail. Thanks for your help.
The application is right here and the mailing address is on the form.
Thank you-
Terri
I am the agriculture agent in Albany. I am trying to gain access to your members only page to show my new master gardener interns where they can find the scoop. May I please be granted the password for that section?
James, I’ve forwarded your request to Dot Martin, Membership Chair for GMGA.
cheers-
Terri
I am an active MG in Clarke County and on our Membership Committee. In our last monthly meeting, the question came up, “If someone has been an inactive Georgia MG for X number of years, what do they need to do to re-activate their membership?” I’ve been through the By-laws, MG manual, etc. and can’t find state level requirements. I intend to discuss with our County Agent, but would like a state level response, too.
Thanks!
John
Hi, John.
I’ve forwarded a copy of your inquiry to Dot Martin (Membership) who can perhaps better advise you.
Cheers-
Terri
OK, mailed my 2013 renewal check november 16 will there be a confirmation? When and how will i receive password for access to member section on the web?
Hi, Jim.
I’ve sent your comment on to Dot Martin, Membership Chair, who can give you a confirmation for receipt of your check.
cheers-
Terri
To Whom it may concern & to anyone ,
I have mailed my check to GMGA for my yearly dues over a month ago and I have had no responce and my check still has not cleared…there is no telephone number or contact person on there website so I am unable to speak to anyone regarding this matter.
It is very frustrating and I am not sure if I shall continue being a member,
Graham Gold
How long does it take for you to process my dues? I mailed a check Dec 12th and it still has not cleared.
I am very frustrated and will not renew my membership again,
Graham Gold
I mailed my check out on Dec 12th Check # 3135 for my membership dues and it has not cleared my Bank yet! ……Please check into this matter and let me know when you have resolved this problem.
I mailed my check out on Dec 12th Check # 3135 for my membership dues and it has not cleared my Bank yet! ……Please check into this matter and let me know when you have resolved this problem.
Graham Gold
Hi Graham.
I’m sorry you are worried about your renewal. It was no doubt was caught in the Christmas holidays when even the most devoted volunteers are pretty much focused on family. I’ve forwarded your concern to Dot Martin, devoted Membership Chair, who can answer you directly concerning your check.
There is an email link at the bottom of each webpage that is a direct email to your devoted webmaster (who upon occasion might take a couple of hours to approve posts – an unfortunate necessity to prevent the bad guys posting XXXX-rated spams:some of them make me blush and I’m from NYC!). And the list of GMGA officers and directors is available right here http://georgiamastergardeners.org/members-only/board-members .
Again, apologies for the delay in handling your renewal and approving your posts.
Best wishes for 2013!
Terri
Please see above
Please see above.
Please see reply above.
I want to send a photo to the newsletter editor but I need a physical address.
Eddie Rhoades
Hi, Eddie.
Please email it to David Weiner – gmgascoop2atgmail.com
Replacing the ‘at’ with @, of course
(I like my gardens a little on the trashy side, too.(grin)
Thank you-
Terri