By engaging volunteers to deliver research-based, horticulture information in California communities, the UC Master Gardener Program increases capacity to meet local needs, grows credibility with residents through connecting them with trusted neighbors, and nurtures emerging land stewards through training and continuing education. Effective leadership and management of volunteers leads to improved satisfaction and retention rates for both volunteers and professionals such as program coordinators, advisors and county directors.
Resources
The Volunteer Hub is your first stop for information about the leadership and management of UC Master Gardener Program volunteers. On this page, you’ll find resources and information related to:
- Identifying new volunteers
- Selecting volunteers while mitigating implicit bias
- Managing volunteer-involved conflict
- Recognizing volunteers at the local and statewide levels
Connect with us!
The Volunteer and Community Engagement Team is ready to support you. Contact us to schedule a one-on-one meeting.
Marisa Coyne
Assistant Director, Volunteer & Community Engagement
macoyne@ucanr.edu
Katherine Uhde
Regional Operations Specialist, Region 1
kuhde@ucanr.edu
Kristian Salgado
Regional Operations Specialist, Region 2
kmsalgado@ucanr.edu