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Ask A Master Gardener Q & A
What is A Master Gardener?
Master Gardeners are volunteers trained by University of Illinois Extension educators who provide a network of gardening programs and horticultural activities educating the public and enhancing life in their communities.
University of Illinois Extension Master Gardeners are "Helping Others Learn to Grow".
Boys and Girls Health Club
Youth at the Boys and Girls Club of West Cook County come together to teach others about health issues that affect their lives.
Chicago Southeast Communities Initiatives
The Southeast Communities Initiatives provide educational resources and facilitative process to help individuals, businesses, elected officials and community organizations enhance their leadership skills and community capacity building.
Cook County Partners
Extension professionals and land-grant university specialists collaborate with community based organizations, schools, and federal, state, and local officials to provide quality, research-based information to Cook County residents.
Educational Technology
The University of Illinois Extension develops and delivers high-impact EdTech workshops that promote 21st century learning skills.
Farmers' Market Nutrition Program
Low-income mothers who shop at the WIC food centers on Chicago's South Side now have the chance to buy fresh vegetables grown in Chicago community gardens and to pick up tips on nutrition and cooking with fresh produce.
Master Gardeners in Chicago
Do you enjoy gardening and would like to learn more? Do you enjoy sharing your knowledge with others? The Chicago Master Gardener Program may be for you. All you need is an interest in gardening, an open mind and a willingness to share your knowledge with others.
Master Gardeners in North Suburban Cook County
A Master Gardener is a volunteer, trained by Extension educators, who provides service to the community by assisting homeowners with gardening questions.
Master Gardeners in South Suburban Cook County
Learn and share your love of gardening. Apply to become a University of Illinois Extension Master Gardener.
Make a difference by bringing beauty and knowledge to your community.
On the Road to Breast Cancer Prevention
Between 1999-2003, 1,933 deaths to breast cancer occurred in Illinois. Almost half occurred among Cook County residents.
Small Business and Entrepreneurship Education
University of Illinois Extension offers a variety of Small Business and Entrepreneurship education workshops. Program offerings come in short-term series, as well as longer-term programs. Some programs are offered in partnership with other organizations and others are brought directly to you.
Here's more information to help you decide what's right for you.
Tax Center
Here you will find links to a wide variety of information to help you get off to a good start and stay on top of tax requirements for your business.
Urban Initiative
Cook County Extension's Plan for the 21st Century helps to provide the people of the county equal access to University research, information, programs, and opportunities.
Contact Us
Cook County Unit Headquarters Office
4801 Southwick Drive
Suite 100
Matteson, IL 60443
Phone: 708-481-0111 FAX: 708-481-4151 Email Us