MEMBERSHIP

Join the Keyport Garden Club!

The Keyport Garden Club welcomes a wonderfully diverse group of members—from Keyport residents and neighbors in surrounding communities to novice gardeners, Master Gardeners, teachers, retirees, artists, professionals, and more. Whether you’re digging in the dirt for the first time or a seasoned horticulturist, there’s a place for you here.

Membership applications are accepted annually from January 1 through April 1.

As a member, you’ll have the opportunity to:

Go on field trips and attend gardening seminars
Get involved in hands-on garden and beautification projects
Share plants, ideas, and gardening experiences
Learn from and connect with a vibrant, supportive community

We are especially excited to expand our programming this year to include more activities for children and young adults—nurturing the next generation of gardeners and environmental stewards.

Our Mission

The mission of the Keyport Garden Club is to encourage civic pride and enhance the natural beauty of Keyport, NJ’s neighborhoods and public spaces. We strive to achieve this through volunteerism, education, and partnerships, using environmentally sound horticultural practices.

We welcome you to join us!

KEYPORT GARDEN CLUB COMMITTEES

Members are REQUESTED to be on one Committee

The Keyport GardenWalk is a great committee for members who enjoy being involved, meeting others, and supporting Club events.

Committee Responsibilities Include:

Assisting with planning and supporting activities
Collaborating with other committees as needed
Helping promote events and share information within the community
Greeting and assisting visitors or participants
Providing basic information and materials
Supporting setup and cleanup efforts
Helping create a positive, welcoming experience for all

The Plant Sale Committee plays a vital role in organizing and supporting the KGC's Spring and Fall Plant Sales.

Committee Responsibilities Include:

Assisting the Plant Sale Chairperson with planning and coordination
Helping advertise plant sales through community outreach and social media
Collecting and organizing pre-sale orders
Helping receive, sort, and organize plants and flowers on delivery days
Assisting with public sales and distributing pre-orders

The Beautification Committee is a dedicated group of volunteers who work together to keep Keyport blooming and beautiful all year long. From vibrant planters to welcoming entrances, this team helps enhance the town’s public spaces and community pride.

Committee Responsibilities Include:

Planting and maintaining flowers and greenery in planters, gateway signs, and key community areas
Refreshing seasonal plantings to keep displays healthy and inviting.
Supporting the Club’s mission

The Hospitality (Welcoming) Committee plays a vital role in creating a warm, friendly, and inviting atmosphere at all Keyport Garden Club meetings and events. This committee helps ensure that every member and guest feels welcomed, valued, and comfortable.

Committee Responsibilities Include:

Greeting and welcoming members and guests
Assisting at welcome tables during meetings and events
Setting up and serving refreshments
Helping new members feel comfortable and engaged

Fundraising Committee

The Fundraising Committee supports the success of the Keyport Garden Club (KGC), Keyport GardenWalk (KGW), and Elizabeth Street Community Garden (ESCG) through fun and creative fundraising efforts throughout the year.

Committee Responsibilities Include:

Assisting with fundraising events such as raffles, bingo nights, and dinners
Helping generate and carry out new fundraising ideas
Selling raffle tickets and promoting events
Working with other committees to support shared goals

Grants & Development Committee
A key focus of this committee is grant research and writing. Members help identify and pursue funding opportunities that support KGC initiatives. This role is perfect for those who enjoy research, writing, creativity, or contributing behind the scenes. Whether you prefer public events or quiet, meaningful work, your skills will help the Club grow and thrive.

Newsletter Committee

The Newsletter Committee supports the Newsletter Chairperson by helping gather, organize, and share news about the Keyport Garden Club’s activities and events.

Committee responsibilities include:

Collecting news, photos, and updates from committees and events
Assisting with writing, editing, and proofreading newsletter content
Helping with layout, formatting, and organization
Supporting distribution of the newsletter in print and/or digital formats.

Social Media Committee

This committee plays a key role in promoting the Keyport Garden Club and keeping members and the public informed. Committee responsibilities include:

Working with the Board and other committees to share event information, news, and updates
Keeping the KGC website current and up to date
Taking and uploading photos from meetings and events for use on the website and social media
This is a great opportunity for tech-savvy members or anyone interested in helping behind the scenes.

Seed Library Committee

At the end of each growing season, we invite our members and community gardeners to save and donate seeds from their gardens. These donated seeds—along with a selection of carefully sourced commercial seeds—are cleaned, packaged, and shared with the public.

Seed Sharing display boxes are available at the Keyport Public Library and at Keyport Garden Club events throughout the year. This program is a wonderful way to promote sustainability, preserve local plant varieties.

Special Event Speakers Committee

There are many resources available to support program planning, including contacts through the Garden Club of New Jersey, Master Gardeners, and other local gardening experts. Committee responsibilities include:

Identifying and booking engaging speakers for club programs and events
Coordinating event details and logistics
Working with other committees to promote programs
Helping ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for both speakers and attendees.

Monthly Floral Display at the Keyport Public Library

Each month, a Keyport Garden Club member creates a floral arrangement to be displayed at the Keyport Public Library—a small but beautiful gesture shared on behalf of the Club for the enjoyment of all who visit.

This program offers a simple, meaningful way to share your creativity and love of flowers while helping brighten a cherished community space. No long-term commitment is required, and participants may sign up for one month or several.

The Cuppa Cheer Committee brings joy to residents of Anchor Care and Rehabilitation Center through small, handmade floral arrangements. KGC members sign up for a month to create and deliver cheerful designs that brighten someone’s day.

Use fresh or faux flowers, grasses, or greenery in teacups, mason jars, small vases, or any creative container. No floral experience needed—just a caring heart and a little creativity.

The Sunshine Committee helps foster a warm, caring, and connected Keyport Garden Club community. Members welcome new members and send greeting, thank-you, get-well, or sympathy cards as needed. This small but meaningful role helps spread kindness and brighten a fellow member’s day.

DRUMTHWACKET COMMITTEE

A unique and honored tradition of the Keyport Garden Club. Responsibilities include:

Gathering prior to the November meeting to plan and prepare all decorations
Creating and organizing decorations, using items from the Club’s storage unit
Maintaining an inventory of decorations and ensuring proper storage
A select number of committee members will be chosen to attend the November decorating event at the Governor’s Mansion
Returning in January to take down decorations