Cobb County Daylily Society

The Cobb County Daylily Society (CCDS) is a nonprofit organization located in Georgia, USA, with a mission to promote and educate the public about daylilies. It is recognized by the American Hemerocallis Society (AHS) and operates within Region 5 of the American Daylily Society.

Background

The society was established in 2004 with the goal of fostering a community of daylily enthusiasts. It achieved 501(c)3 non-profit status in 2014, highlighting its commitment to educational and charitable activities related to daylilies.

Activities and Events

• General Meetings: The society hosts six annual general meetings on Sunday afternoons, featuring guest speakers, auctions, and social events.
• Daylily Show and Sale: CCDS organizes an annual AHS-accredited Daylily Show and Sale in early June.
• Annual Picnic and Auction: A fall picnic and auction where members can redeem ARMS points for volunteering.
• Christmas Party: An annual celebratory event for members.
• Grooming and Design Clinics: Conducts clinics on daylily grooming and design, led by award-winning experts.

Mission and Purpose

The organization's purpose is exclusively educational, charitable, scientific, and literary, focusing on promoting the development and improvement of the Genus Hemerocallis. It seeks to engage both members and the general public in learning about daylilies and their cultivation.

Leadership

As of recent updates, the society's leadership includes a president and other officers responsible for managing its activities and events.

Impact and Recognition

The Cobb County Daylily Society has co-hosted significant events like the AHS National Convention, demonstrating its role in the national daylily community. It continues to collaborate with other local, regional, and national societies to advance its mission.

[1] https://daylilies.org/society/region-5/ [2] https://www.cobbdaylily.com [3] https://www.guidestar.org/profile/27-1328714 [4] https://greatnonprofits.org/org/cobb-county-daylily-society [5] https://www.instrumentl.com/990-report/cobb-county-daylily-society