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Office
and Garden Volunteer Work Days are held every Wednesday morning
from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Garden Volunteers also meet the
first Saturday of each month from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Everyone is invited to participate regardless of experience.
- To meet and connect with new and interesting people of
all ages
- To give back to your community
- To become more active, productive and/or sociable
- To add a new sense of purpose to your life
- To share your skills and knowledge
- To become a valuable part of a worthwhile, educational
facility
- To participate in a meaningful endeavor – the
growth of your botanical garden
 Heathcote Botanical Gardens is what it is today due to the
work of numerous, dedicated volunteers. Today, even
with a growing staff, volunteers still play a vital role
at the Gardens and are needed on a daily basis.
There are
a variety of Volunteer Opportunities you can choose from
depending on your availability, physical capabilities,
skills and desired level of involvement.
Volunteer today. We have a schedule and level
of participation that is just right for you. Call the Garden
Office at 772-464-4672 (Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.)
for a current list of volunteer opportunities.
| GIFT SHOP - Like the garden but prefer air conditioning? Conduct gift shop sales, collect admissions, greet visitors and more!
GARDENING - Like to garden? Assist the gardener with weeding, watering, fertilizing, propagating and other tasks! No experience needed!
EVENTS - Want to volunteer but don't have a lot of time? There are many jobs for volunteers during special events throughout the year.
OFFICE - Do you have office skills to share? Help with filing, organizing, answering phones, distributing brochures, running errands & more!
GARDEN AMBASSADOR - Spread the word about Heathcote. Recruit new volunteers, lead a tour, staff a table at a community event, speak to a group & more!
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| - more difficult - some
skill or knowledge required |
Board Development
Education
Fundraising
Finance/Endowment
Grounds
Membership
Planning & Design |
| - most difficult - more
time, skill, experience and commitment required |
| Attend monthly Board meetings
Participate on one standing committee
Must be a current member
Be able to initiate and implement ideas
Attend special events/fund raisers |
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON VOLUNTEERING,
PLEASE
CALL THE GARDEN’S
OFFICE AT 772-464-4672
Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
or email: info@heathcotebotanicalgardens.org |
Get Involved ... Feel Good ... Be A Garden
Volunteer!
Why Volunteer?