Program Design and Funding
The Program Design and Funding section offers insight into how to build, implement, and sustain a successful Grow Your Own program, and includes guidance on funding operations and building strong partnerships between all stakeholders involved in the process.
A Starter Guide to Grow Your Own Educator Programs
Amaya Garcia
This brief outlines key features of Grow Your Own program models and where to begin when designing a Grow Your Own program.
Guidelines for Developing Grow Your Own Educator Partnership Agreements
Raven DeRamus-Byers
This quick guide explains the purpose and features of an effective memorandum of agreement for building strong partnerships in a GYO program and contains sample MOAs.
State Funding for Grow Your Own Educator Programs
Amaya Garcia
This comprehensive data table displays Grow Your Own policies and funding streams in the 50 states plus DC.
Strategies for Establishing and Sustaining Partnerships in Grow Your Own Educator Programs
Alexandra Manuel
This document describes how to build and sustain strong partnerships among GYO program partners.
Using Federal Funds for Grow Your Own Educator Programs
Amaya Garcia and Elena Silva
This reference guide highlights federal grant programs and other funds that can be used to support Grow Your Own.