Thank you for your interest in being a SPONSOR at our 2026 Annual Conference.
The Georgia Master Gardener Association (GMGA) is a certified 501(c)(3) charitable organization composed of active Master Gardener Extension Volunteers certified and trained through the University of Georgia Extension Service. On October 16-17, 2026, in Savannah, Georgia, the GMGA is hosting its annual conference at the Coastal Georgia Botanical Garden at the Historic Bamboo Farm in cooperation with the Coastal Georgia Master Gardener Association (CMGA), another certified 501(c)(3) charitable organization. We expect approximately 150 attendees. The vendor site is also accessible to the public. We share a common mission: to promote the knowledge and dissemination of university based horticultural research to the public through a statewide network of Master Gardeners. Our annual conference not only serves to update our members; it is also a major source of funds for our projects throughout the state. We provide resources to homeowners, programming for public and private schools, gardening resources for physically and mentally challenged adults and children and assist in the renovation and preservation of historic gardens in our state. These activities are supported entirely by membership dues and sponsorships and donations from the public.
Presenting Sponsor – $5,000
Maximum Visibility | Exclusive Recognition | Direct Audience Engagement
This sponsorship positions your organization as a premier supporter of horticultural education across Georgia.
Benefits
Three-minute welcome address at the Welcome Dinner on Friday, October 16
Top-tier logo placement on the GMGA website through the 2027 conference cycle
Three prominent sponsor-provided displays at the podium, registration area, and lunch area
Featured advertising placement in the Conference Highlights issue of the SCOOP electronic newsletter (2,000+ subscribers)
Three dedicated Facebook recognition posts between October 1 and December 1, 2026
Recognition by the emcee throughout the conference
Prominent recognition on all printed conference materials
Distribution of sponsor-provided promotional items in attendee grab bags
Two conference registrations with meals
First right of refusal for sponsorship renewal next year
Value
Highest visibility before, during, and after the conference
Opportunity to personally address attendees
Direct exposure to Georgia's most engaged gardening audience
Gold Sponsor – $2,500
High Visibility | Strong Brand Recognition
Ideal for organizations seeking broad exposure to Master Gardeners and gardening enthusiasts statewide.
Benefits
Recognition by the emcee during conference events
Prominent logo placement on the GMGA website
Two logo displays in high-traffic conference areas
Advertising placement in the SCOOP Conference Highlights edition
Two Facebook recognition posts
Recognition on printed conference materials
Distribution of sponsor-provided promotional items in grab bags
Two conference registrations with meals
Value
Consistent brand visibility throughout the event
Reach more than 2,000 gardeners through digital promotion
Nearly all the benefits of the top tier at half the investment
Silver Sponsor – $1,000
Targeted Exposure | Affordable Marketing Opportunity
A strong option for local businesses, nurseries, landscapers, and garden-related vendors.
Benefits
Recognition by the emcee
Logo placement on the GMGA website
One sponsor display in the registration area
Recognition in the SCOOP Conference Highlights edition
One Facebook recognition post
Recognition on printed conference materials
Distribution of sponsor-provided promotional items in grab bags
One conference registration with meals
Value
Reach a highly targeted audience of gardening influencers
Year-round web presence and conference recognition
Cost-effective exposure for small and mid-sized businesses
Bronze Sponsor – $500
Community Supporter | Brand Awareness
Perfect for businesses wishing to support Georgia's Master Gardener community while gaining conference visibility.
Benefits
Logo recognition on the GMGA website
Recognition on sponsor signage and printed materials
Inclusion in a conference sponsor thank-you social media post
Distribution of sponsor-provided promotional items in grab bags
Value
Affordable entry-level sponsorship
Brand exposure to conference attendees and online audiences
Demonstrates support for gardening education and outreach across Georgia
Friend of the Conference Sponsor – $250
Accessible Support | Community Recognition
An accessible way to support the Georgia Master Gardener community and help make the conference possible.
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