Volunteer
Want to make a difference? We would love to have you join our team of dedicated volunteers. Many of our volunteers come weekly on specific days, or you can come whenever time allows. We will work with you to make it work for you and your schedule. Come enjoy the beautiful gardens while having fun and making a difference!
“Many hands make light work.”
Volunteer Opportunities
- Gardening – Planting, Propagating, Weeding, Trimming, Etc.
- Greeter – Welcome Visitors, Hand Out Maps/Brochures, Etc.
- Maintenance – Painting, Carpentry, Power Washing, Etc.
- Office – Mailings, Filing, Data Entry, Grant Writing, Etc.
- Educational – Classes, Workshops, Field Trips, Tours, Etc.
- Plant Sales – Spring & Fall Plants & More Sales & Summer Sale
- Holiday Event – Winter Nights Under the Lights
- Special Events – Fundraisers, Galas, Dinners, Tournaments, Etc.
- Special Interest – Do you have a special skill not listed?
Stop by the park or call 761-2866.
High School Volunteers
High School volunteers are needed, Every Wednesday from 3-6 PM! Earn Bright Futures hours. More information on the right.


Anthony, a sophomore at Manatee High School, has been volunteering regularly after school and during the summer for over a year now. He will eagerly tackle any task asked of him, no matter how challenging or dirty, with a wonderful attitude and follow through. We really appreciate all of your time and effort so generously given to the park!

Volunteers of the Month

Steve Mead

Bruce Graham

Mel Horowitz

Thaung

Ken Brickse

Pat VanCourt

Jane Strzelczyk

Cary Brickse

Linda Biscontine

Gail Gotthelf

Karen Paul

Tim Tarr

Ken Breur

Chanene Wimmer & Jacob Burdette

Evelyn Turner

Herb Pattison

Bill Steeves

Kevin Lausman

Mike Kinsey

Yu Fan Lee & Bob Rosscoe

Randy

Chris VanCollie

