Managing a Community Garden
- Community Garden Coordinator Handbook – A best practices handbook created in 2018 from and for the Marion Polk Food Share community garden network.
- Community Gardener Agreement – Every garden renting plots to the public should have a clear contract in place that outlines the rules and responsibilities that apply to each gardener. This is our suggested template that network gardens can add or subtract from as suits their individual situation.
- Application for Community Garden Resources (2022) – Coordinators can fill out this application to start the process to receive Marion Polk Food Share resources. Once your application is reviewed, you will fill out a Coordinator Agreement.
- Priority 1 Coordinator Agreement – For garden coordinators of Priority 1 gardens to sign annually
- Priority 2 Coordinator Agreement – For garden coordinators of Priority 2 gardens to sign annually
- Volunteer Group Waiver – To be used when you have large groups volunteer in your garden
- How to Start a Community Garden – For those considering establishing a new garden, this comprehensive guide details the necessary steps and considerations.
COVID-19 Resources for Community Gardens
- Hand washing Guidelines Sign (post next to hand washing station)
- Guidelines for Community Gardens and COVID-19 Sign
- Garden Closed to Visitors Sign (post near entrance of garden and/or next to any pavilion, picnic tables, etc.)
- Toileting Facilities Closed Sign (post on porta-potty if you have one)
- Best Practices for Community Gardens in the Time of COVID 19 slides – University of Idaho
- School Garden Care and Management During Covid-19 slides – School Garden Support Organization Network
