Our Association
The Multnomah County Master Gardener™ Association (MCMGA) is one of many chapters of the Oregon Master Gardener Association, a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization (EIN 30-0064570). We are trained volunteers, educated through OSU Extension Service to offer our community reliable, relevant, and reachable gardening information and education opportunities.
MCMGA’s mission is to share research-based knowledge with the public to promote sustainable gardening practices. Our work supports and enhances the Oregon State University Extension Master Gardener™ Program. We endeavor to fulfill our mission by:
Sponsoring garden education events and activities for the public and our members Speaker Series
Demonstrating and teaching sustainable gardening techniques in the community Demonstration Garden
Promoting food security through our educational and donation efforts
Conducting major fundraisers which offer quality plants to our members and the public
Supporting the OSU Extension Master Gardener Program
Volunteering at OSU Extension offices, community Farmer’s Markets and at Master Gardener events and answering gardening questions for the homeowner.
Providing financial support, including scholarships to Master Gardener Training.