Membership dues are $10 for a calendar year, January-December.
Join or renew from October-December and your $10 payment will also include next year!
Joining does not confer WSU Master Gardener or Master Recycler Composter status.
Membership helps support the WSU Thurston County Master Gardener and Master Recycler Compost Programs. By becoming a member, you become part of a network that encourages sustainable gardening and promotes environmental stewardship practices, thereby improving quality of life for Thurston County residents.
Apply for Membership
There are two ways to apply:
Online
- Use our CheddarUp, online Membership Application.
- Pay by credit card or e-check – or mail us a check at the address below.
OR
By mail
- Use our Printable Membership Application (PDF)
- Mail the form with your $10 check (payable to MGFTC) to:
MGFTC
Attn: Membership
P.O. Box 165
Olympia, WA 98507-0165
Membership Benefits
- Regular membership meetings that include time to mingle with other gardeners and lectures by notable garden experts.
- Regular e-mail updates on local gardening events and resources.
- Admission to member-only plant sales.
- Discounted prices for lectures, activities, events, and garden tours. Generally, these unique gardens tours are not open to the public.
- Opportunities to lead, learn new skills, and contribute to the health of the community.
- Voting privileges that influence Foundation policy.
- Friendships with like-minded people.
Membership Fee Usage
- Fund the operation and maintenance of the gardens at Dirt Works, Olympia Farmers Market and Closed Loop Park.
- Fund public diagnostic clinics for plant and pest identification with troubleshooting options.
Still have Questions? Contact us at info@mgftc.org.