The annual Ellis County Master Gardener auction was once again a terrific success. After the general meeting on December 12th, close to fifty Master Gardeners bid on a variety of items generously donated by members. Eighty-seven donations, including everything from handmade jellies and beautiful, hand-crafted art pieces to unusual plants and gift baskets, went to auction.
Master Gardeners and Interns browsed the aisles, bidding on items in hopes of winning an auction or two. In all, this year’s auction raised $1,974. ECMGA will match $500, bringing the final total donation
to $2,474. Compared to the 2022 auction, this year’s auction boasts 38 more donated auction items and $752.50 more in total donated money!
This money will be split evenly and donated to Helping Hands of Ennis, Manna House, and Waxahachie Cares, where it will help support those in need in our community. Thank you, Ellis County Master Gardeners and Interns, for yet another incredibly successful event!
by Anne Nimblett, ECMG