Based on the experiences of colleges and state systems that have successfully developed and implemented Grow Your Own (GYO) Leaders programs, this publication provides a complete guide on how to start a GYO program at your college. Community colleges with GYO programs demonstrate benefits ranging from enhanced staff performance to improved communication and collaboration across campuses. Six appendixes are included: (1) Sample Invitation to Apply; (2) Sample Application; (3) Sample Selection Criteria Form; (4) Sample Self-Evaluation Form; (5) Sample Program Evaluation Form; and (6) Community College Program Contacts. (Contains 2 footnotes.)