Every year, more than 4,000 NC State Extension Master Gardener℠ volunteers dedicate over 200,000 service hours to helping North Carolinians grow healthier gardens, landscapes, and communities. Their collective knowledge and commitment support sustainable gardening education that reaches more than 300,000 people annually.
While their time is priceless, philanthropic support from individual volunteers, local associations, and friends of the program helps amplify their impact. Together, these generous donors are growing a lasting resource for the future: The NC Extension Master Gardener Endowment.
As of December 31, 2024, the endowment’s market value reached $147,000, thanks to ongoing contributions from supporters across the state. Since its founding in 2007, the endowment has generated nearly $22,000 in interest income, directly supporting volunteer training, education, and recognition through: We are deeply appreciative of everyone who donated to the endowment in 2024. Your contributions totaled $10,730, including: The endowment is invested in perpetuity—only the interest earned is spent—ensuring continued support for the Extension Master Gardener program for generations to come. With your help, we can continue to grow this fund to create even more opportunities, including new workshops, resources, and scholarships that empower volunteers to make a difference in every corner of the state.Every gift matters. Whether you’re an individual donor or part of a volunteer group, your tax-deductible contribution helps to build a stronger, more sustainable future for Extension Master Gardener volunteers—and for North Carolina.
- Statewide continuing education initiatives, such as the Plants, Pests, and Pathogen webinar series, strengthen our volunteer’s ability to educate the public
- Scholarships for volunteers in financial need to attend EMG College
- Search for Excellence awards recognizing outstanding volunteer projects
- $7,330 in direct donations
- $3,400 from EMG license plate sales and renewals
Give to the Extension Master Gardener Endowment today!
- Donate online
- Mail-in donation form
- Make checks payable to "The North Carolina Agricultural Foundation"
- Send check and form to: Advancement Services, Gifts & Records Management Campus Box 7474 Raleigh, NC 27695
With your help, we can grow an even brighter, greener, and healthier future for North Carolina!
Fundraising efforts for the North Carolina Extension Master Gardener Endowment operate under the auspices of the North Carolina Agricultural Foundation, Inc., a 501(c)3, non-profit, tax id 56-6049304. You will receive an official receipt for your donation.
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