The Florida Federation of Garden Clubs, Inc. recognizes the achievement of an individual, a club/circle or district which further the goals and objectives of the Florida Federation of Garden Clubs, Inc., the Deep South Garden Clubs, Inc., and National Garden Clubs, Inc. Giving awards is a way to celebrate excellence and achievement among garden clubs and individual members.  Awards give us an opportunity to:

• give well-deserved recognition to members, clubs, and districts for their hard work and dedication
• highlights the talents and creativity that is held among the members
• contributes towards a group's cohesion and pride. 
• give your club credibility and visibility in the community
• attracts new members that bring fresh ideas and talent, all of which serves to strengthen your club in the community.  

It's advisable to read the supporting documents before completing the single page application.  The rules/procedures will explain in detail (1) what to include and what can be attached to your application; (2) to whom to email, and in some cases, mail, your application and including images (jpegs) if applicable; and (3) the deadline. 

SEE FLOWER SHOW RELATED AND FLOWER SHOW ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS FORMS.

APPLYING FOR AN FFGC STATE AWARD

Please read the long list of awards to see all the different awards to which you or a club (or others) may apply. When you’re ready to apply for a state award, download and complete the Award Application. The application must be received by the Awards Chair by November 22, unless otherwise stated.

The State Awards Chairperson is Sandra Arnold | FLawards2024@gmail.com

• The Application form is a single page, but you may attach up to two additional pages for a total of three pages.  NEW! Consent forms no longer need to accompany photographs; FFGC assumes you have procured such permission and you confer your permission forward to FFGC by your submission.

• All submissions to be electronically submitted unless otherwise stated. 

• Please email the application to the appropriate chairperson and attach any required photographs or attachments. If you have an additional questions, please contact Sandra.

• Be sure to keep a copy of your application for your own records. Most of what you submit as supporting documentation will not be returned to you. 

• #61 Nell Coe Award 2023-2025 #61 Nell Coe Award Downloadable Description
• Small Club 10-50 members 100 Ways to Celebrate 100 Years Small
• Med Club    51-100 members 100 Ways to Celebrate 100 Years Med
• Large Club 101-199 members 100 Ways to Celebrate 100 Years Large
• Extra Large Club 200 plus members 100 Ways to Celebrate 100 Years XLarge
• Individual 100 Ways to Celebrate 100 Years Individual

• Submission: Scan and Email Award #61 forms to ttuttle1954@gmail.com by March 20, 2025.  

• Use the Current 2023-2025 Application Form only. Award applications are limited to provided forms. Awards are given at the next Convention.

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