Master Gardener projects should always reflect the educational missions of the Master Gardener Program and the Tennessee Agricultural Extension Service. This is not a free labor program. Master Gardener volunteers are educators, advisors and helpers.
- Provide educational opportunities for Master Gardeners and the public.
- Sanctioned beautification projects for churches and schools are not always recommended. Education may be offered while helping organizations in such projects.
- Create visibility for Master Gardeners (identified with Master Gardener sign).
- Be accessible to the public without admission fee.
- A project should benefit a city, county, state or nonprofit organization.
- Submitted on a Volunteer Project Request form.
- It is recommended that each new proposal be made available for committee reviews at least one month prior to starting date.
- Evaluations must be completed and turned in to the county Extension office.
A project request form is available here: Project Request Form