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Volunteer

Volunteers are essential to fulfilling the Gardens' mission of connecting people with plants. Every year, more than 2,000 volunteers donate their time in every area of the Gardens.

Volunteer Experiences

 

Long­-term: Adult Volunteer Programs

 

Long-term: Docents for Gardens and Galleries

  • Essential role in furthering our mission to connect people with plants
  • Monthly meetings to socialize, snack and meet Gardens' staff
  • Abundant ongoing educational opportunities
  • Share your knowledge and interests with visitors
  • Specialized tours available as well as roving shifts and science chats

 

Short term/episodic: Special Events

  • One-­time opportunities
  • Diverse range of volunteer roles at every event
  • Fulfillment of student community service credit
  • Experience working with the public and special events team

 

Youth: Teen Volunteer Programs

  • Opportunities for students between the ages of 13-17
  • Summer Teen Volunteer Program
  • Gardens Teen Leaders Program
  • Junior Counselor Program

 

Corporate & Community Groups

 

Post­-9/11 veterans

 

 

Contact Us

For more information, send email to vol@botanicgardens.org or call 720-­865-­3609.

 

 

Community Service

Denver Botanic Gardens does not have any court-ordered community service opportunities available. Please visit Spark the Change – Colorado for open opportunities.

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