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AWARDS, DESCRIPTIONS & RULES

 The Florida Federation of Garden Clubs, Inc. recognizes the achievement of an individual, a club/circle or district that furthers the goals and objectives of the Florida Federation of Garden Clubs, Inc.; the Deep South Garden Clubs, Inc.; and National Garden Clubs, Inc. Awards 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;

• highlight the talents and creativity of our members;

• add to a group's cohesion and pride;

• give clubs credibility and visibility in the community;

• attract new members with fresh ideas and talents, all of which serve to strengthen clubs within the community. 

AWARDS INFORMATION

AWARD APPLICATION 2025-2027   [fillable pdf]   

sswartzffgcawards@gmail.com

#61 NELL COE AWARD INFORMATION

2025-2027

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The Adult, Youth and Flower Show Related Awards Handbooks have been updated (see links above). All awards are numbered and categorized. Use the Table of Contents to help you find what you want. Each award is explained in detail and all handbooks contain information on how to apply.

The Youth Awards Handbook contains information not only about Junior Gardener awards, but also information about Scout, Intermediate, High School awards and contests, and the Smokey Bear/Woodsy Owl Poster Contest.

APPLYING FOR AN FFGC STATE AWARD:  When you’re ready to apply for a state award, read the appropriate Handbook (Adult, Youth or Flower Show Related). All the information necessary to apply for an award is contained in the relevant handbook. Applications must be submitted to the Awards Chair, Sylvia Swartz, by November 27, unless otherwise stated. If you have questions, contact Sylvia Swartz at sswartzffgcawards@gmail.com.

    DEEP SOUTH GARDEN CLUBS AWARDS INFORMATION

    Deep South Garden Clubs, Inc. Awards:  Individuals and Clubs may not apply directly for Deep South Garden Clubs, Inc. Awards. The FL State Awards Chair will forward appropriate applications to the Deep South Garden Clubs Awards Chair for consideration in the relevant Deep South Garden Club category .


    https://www.deepsouthgardenclubs.com/awards     

    Deep South Unified Project


    NATIONAL GARDEN CLUBS (NGC) AWARDS INFORMATION

    National Garden Clubs Inc. Awards  Individuals and clubs may not apply to NGC directly. ALL award applications must be sent to the Florida State Awards Chair, Sylvia Swartz.  IF your application merits being sent to National Garden Club, it will be forwarded to NGC. You may view their awards handbook at www.gardenclub.org, but you may not use their application form nor apply directly to them.





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