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The
Minnesota Turf & Grounds Foundation (MTGF) is a non-profit organization that
was formed in 1993. It is a partnership of eight turf and grounds related associations
and the University of Minnesota. Allied Associations Include:
Our Mission is to promote the green industries in Minnesota through support of research, education and outreach at the University of Minnesota and elsewhere. The
MTGF pursues its mission in various ways. One of these is an annual "Call
For Proposals", titled the "MTGF Research Gift Program", whereby
researchers, instructors and outreach faculty
and staff involved in turf and grounds work may submit requests for unrestricted
gifts to support their activities. As a 501(c)(3) corporation, funding approved
by the MTGF will not be subjected to overhead or other indirect charges
or costs. The dates for submission, review and approval may change on an annual
basis as well as the protocol stipulated for the submission of gift requests.
This information will be posted on this web site in November for proposals submitted
for the following calendar year. The determination for funding in 2008 has been
made and no further proposals will be considered this calendar year.
U of MN Partnership The
MTGF is not formally connected with the University of Minnesota. However, one
of its primary goals is to support and be advisory to the development of turf
and grounds research, education and outreach programs at the University of Minnesota’s
College of Agricultural, Food and Environmental Sciences and the Department of
Horticultural Science. Membership Any association engaged
in the development, care and maintenance of public or private grounds is eligible
to become an allied association member of the Foundation subject to approval of
the MTGF Board of Directors. Individuals or businesses may become regular Foundation
members by joining one or more of the member allied associations best suited to
their needs and interests. There are no membership fees associated with either
allied association membership or regular membership. However, if an individual
or business subscribes to the mission and purpose of the Foundation but is not
a member of an allied association, they are eligible for affiliate membership.
Affiliate membership is subject to Board approval and does carry an annual membership
fee as established by the Board of Directors. Those interested should contact
our business office for further information. Educational Opportunities The MTGF
offers educational opportunities for all who are in the turf and grounds industry
in Minnesota and the surrounding area. In the past, the annual conference and
trade show was held in December of each year. On November 14, 2001, the MTGF reached
an agreement with the Minnesota Nursery and Landscape Association to host a joint
conference and trade show, The Minnesota Green Expo. This combined conference
and trade show has been a tremendous success that has grown each year since its
inception and features speakers from around the country addressing virtually every
aspect of the green industry. In addition, the trade show now fills the two largest
halls at the Minneapolis Convention Center where exhibitors display products and
services that are available to anyone involved in this industry. More detailed
information concerning the Minnesota Green Expo is available on the "Conference"
page. Another major event that the MTGF is proud to be involved with is the annual
University of Minnesota Field Day. This year's event will take place on September
11, 2008 on the St. Paul campus. This year it is hoped that an all-horticulture
program will be offered along with exhibit opportunities for our vendor members.
More information will be forthcoming as plans are developed. Member
Communication Foundation
Organization For
further information about the MTGF and how you and/or your association can become
members, please contact: |
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