This program is designed to empower you—our valued members—by offering financial support to help develop your employees’ skills, knowledge, and expertise in the green industry.
By offering this Grant, MNLA reaffirms its commitment to the professional growth of its members and the advancement of the green industry in Massachusetts.
The Massachusetts Nursery & Landscape Association (MNLA) is a statewide nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the interests of green industry professionals. Established in 1910, MNLA promotes environmental horticulture and upholds the highest standards within the nursery and landscape industry. The association provides its members with educational opportunities, industry news, legislative representation, and business development resources.
The MNLA Foundation was established on January 14, 2003, as a 501(C)3 organization to provide Grants to individuals attending colleges, universities, and other technical schools in agriculture, landscaping, nursery and forestry science and technology.
In 2025, MNLA and the MNLA Foundation are partnering to bring a new MNLA Members only program that is dedicated to empowering MNLA members to support employee development. The Foundation Board has committed $15,000.00 in matching funds to the calendar year 2025 to jump start the MNLA Learning Grant Program.
The MNLA Learning Grant Program aims to empower our members by supporting their employees' professional development. By subsidizing educational opportunities, we strive to enhance industry expertise, promote best practices, and foster a culture of continuous learning within the Massachusetts Green Industry.
Please ensure all sections of the application are completed accurately. The application must be completed by the MNLA member owner (or delegated manager); not by individual employees.
Plant Something MA is a project of MNLA which includes professional environmental horticulturists—people who grow, care for, design and install plantings and landscapes in your community.
Growing Wild helps reverse the loss of biological diversity, foster and protect endangered species and add to the natural beauty of our Commonwealth—right in your own backyard.
MNLA provides access to green industry speakers on the cutting-edge and up-to-date information. Our dynamic community is made up of folks from all walks of life. Colleagues share advice and insights. Passion for the betterment of our community drives member participation in MNLA. Individual contribution is valued. Get involved! Join a committee or volunteer at an event. Make our industry—and your business—better!