Rules for Awards

  • AWARD YEAR: January 1 to December 31.
  • DEADLINE: All applications and supporting evidence must be received by the State Awards Chairman by December 1.  Awards of Appreciation nominations are accepted at any time.
  • ELIGIBILITY: Only Garden Club of Idaho members in good standing are eligible to apply for the Idaho State Awards.
  • PROCEDURE FOR APPLYING: All applications for state Awards must be made through the state Awards Chairman. The State Chairman then sends eligible applications (the first place winners) to Regional and/or National competition.
  • APPLICATIONS: All applications must be on official forms, obtained from the State Awards Chairman. The State President's signature vouches for the applicant's eligibility.
  • AWARDS: First, second, third and honorable mention may be given for all awards, except when otherwise stated.  Awards are presented at the State Convention.
  • PRESENTATION: Awards are presented at the Annual State Convention by the State Awards Chairman or authorized stand-in.