Master Gardener Foundation

Founded in 2004 as the Asotin County Chapter of the Master Gardener Foundation of Washington State, the Chapter updated its Bylaws in 2020 and changed its name to Master Gardener Foundation of Asotin and Garfield Counties (MGFAG).

Purpose

The Master Gardener Foundation provides financial and in-kind support to the Master Gardener Program and other community horticulture programs in Asotin and Garfield Counties.

Membership

WSU Master Gardener volunteers from Asotin and Garfield Counties form the members of the Foundation. Membership is not required for participation in the Master Gardener Program and there are no fees.  Board members vote on foundation actions, serve on committees and assist with fundraising activities.

The Master Gardener Foundation of Asotin and Garfield Counties is the fundraising entity for the Master Gardener Programs in Asotin and Garfield Counties.

The Master Gardener Foundation supports community outreach programs:

• In-Person and On-line plant/garden diagnostic and information clinics
• Youth Nutrition and Gardening programs at local elementary schools
• Demonstration Gardens located in the Clarkston Community Garden
• Informational booths at local events
• Informational clinics held in the community throughout the year
• Basic Master Gardener Training – Speakers Fees, Class Materials
• Spring Garden Symposium
• Courthouse Gardens – Rose and Pollinator Garden

Governance

The Foundation is governed by a 5-person Board of Directors elected from and by the Foundation membership.

Current Board – 2026

The current board of directors was elected during the Nov 2024 meeting and will serve a 2-year term:

• President:  Peggy Madonia
• Vice President:  Tom Van Horn
• Treasurer:  Terry Brandon
• Secretary:  Kathy Nelsen
• Member at Large:  Tana Truscott

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