The call for nominations to the American Public Gardens Association's Board of Directors is now open. You may nominate yourself or someone else whom you think would be an asset to the Board. This is an opportunity to shape the future of the Association.

A strong Board represents its membership in as many ways as possible. We continue our focus on diversity this year. That includes individual demographics, region, type of institution, and size of institution.

To help increase representation from individuals representing small organizations, financial support is offered to help offset travel costs for board meetings.

Some Board facts:

• The Board is composed of 15-18 members;
• There are four meetings per year, with at least two occurring in person at a member garden. Board members are also expected to attend APGA's Annual Conference;
• The Board Member fulfills a three year term and members may serve up to 2 terms;
• This is a non-profit governing Board, supporting the operations leadership of the CEO and staff;
• The Board has fiduciary oversight and responsibility.

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Submit a nomination today to be considered by the Nominating Committee to stand for election in 2026.

Please join us as we make the world a place where public gardens are indispensable!

Nominations are accepted through Friday, January 9, 2026.

Excerpts From the Association’s Bylaws Regarding Elections

Article VII -- Election Process

Section 1 – Eligibility

In the election of Officers and Directors and in any other matters subject to vote by members of the Association, the only voting members shall include one (1) institutional representative designated by each institution and all honorary life members in good standing. Each voting member shall be entitled to one vote on each question submitted on an official ballot or at an Annual or Special Business Meeting of members of the Association.

Section 2 – Nominations

All candidates for the Board must be an employee or agent of an institutional member or corporate member, or honorary life member in good standing. The slate of candidates shall, as far as practically possible, reflect the diversity of the membership, and shall be chosen in a manner inclusive of all potential members without discrimination.

Section 3 – Voting

The election of Officers and Directors shall be conducted by electronic or other means. Majority of votes cast by eligible members shall decide any election. In event of a tie vote, the tie shall be resolved by a vote of the Board of Directors.

Section 4 – Vacancies

In the event of a vacancy in the Board of Directors by any reason, before the expiration of the term of office, the Nominating Committee shall nominate a candidate and a majority of the remaining Board of Directors will choose the successor from the nominee(s) for the balance of such unexpired term.