Resources for Community Gardeners:
Group Development

GreenThumb supports community gardeners in organizing their garden groups through educational workshops and materials. Explore our workshop handouts and webinar recordings on topics related to group development.

Bylaws

Learn about writing a garden’s bylaws, where the group establishes, in writing, various garden responsibilities among group members, protocol for bringing in new members, changing garden leadership, handling finances and disputes, planning events, and any other activities the group takes on.

• Download GreenThumb Bylaws Requirements
• Download GreenThumb Bylaws Template
• Watch the GreenThumb Bylaws webinar recording

Conflict Resolution

Learn tips for addressing conflicts through facilitated garden meetings.

• Download Dealing with Disagreements

Event Planning

Explore resources to get you started on hosting events in your community garden.

• Visit the Community Garden Groups and Public Events page to learn more
• Watch the Event Planning on a Shoestring webinar recording
• Watch the Planning a Zero Waste Garden Event webinar recording

Group Structure

Learn about building a strong foundation for your group's leadership and decision-making structures. 

• Watch the GreenThumb Group Structure webinar recording
• Download the Finding your Group Structure worksheet
• Download an Overview of Group Governance Structures
• Download a Mission and Vision Questionnaire for your garden group

Growing Your Garden Group

Explore the resources in this section to learn more about attracting and retaining new members who will help your garden grow.

• Download the Recruitment by Affinity Group guide
• Download the Ladder of Engagement worksheet
• Download Tips for Orienting New Members
• Download Membership List Template
• Download Garden Bed Waiting List Template
• Watch the Virtual Community Engagement webinar recording
• Watch the Communication for Group Germination webinar recording