Membership

BECOME A CGRN MEMBER

Membership Options:
Individual/Advocates ($5/year)
Private/Family Gardens ($15/year)
Community Gardens ($10/year)
School Gardens ($20/year)

For more information about membership options and to apply, view our membership application.

Benefits of Membership Include:

Materials and Resources

  • Members receive free and discounted materials.
  • Give-Away Days: 4 times a year, CGRN holds Give-Away-Days where members can receive free plant material for their gardens.
  • Tool Banks: CGRN currently runs five tool banks throughout the city where members can borrow tools to use in their gardens.
  • Resource Lists: Members receive a list of local organizations and suppliers that can provide expertise and additional materials for you garden; many times at discounted prices for CGRN members.
  • Volunteer Work Days: Based on availability, CGRN can pair your garden with a group of volunteers for the day.

Education

  • Learn something new and stay informed about Baltimore community gardens.
  • Learn something new: Workshops are hosted by CGRN and CGRN partners each month on garden-related topics. Most of these workshops are either free or discounted for members. Check out the calendar for upcoming workshops.
  • Stay informed: Along with monthly e-blasts, CGRN members receive subscriptions to our quarterly newsletters. These publications keep you up-to-date on local gardening news and opportunities, as well as provide fun activities and ideas for your gardens.

Connections

  • CGRN provides many ways to connect with other gardeners throughout the city.
  • An online map and directory is provided to members, which shows the location of all CGRN gardens and can be used as a tool to connect gardeners through out the city.
  • An online bulletin board allows gardeners to communicate directly with each other. The CGRN Bulletin Board is a way for members to connect, share concerns and successes, compare techniques, advertise events, and much more!
  • CGRN celebrations, planning meetings and volunteer events throughout the year provide opportunities for members to meet. To get involved fill out our volunteer form.

If you'd like more information on becoming a CGRN member, please email Sarah Ritter or call her at (410) 448-5663, ext 128.