Garden Volunteers

"We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give." —Winston Churchill

Garden volunteers are a unique and diverse group of people. They are the face of the Garden to thousands of visitors annually and have a direct impact on achieving the mission and goals of the Garden. They share a sense of concern, care and commitment to their community and environment. Volunteers provide the Garden with a wide array of resources and talents that are unavailable in any other way. The Garden values this contribution and strives to offer each volunteer a satisfying, productive, and rewarding experience.


Garden volunteers help with special events and environmental education classes.

Some of the areas volunteers contribute to the Garden

  • Horticulture—indoor and outdoor
  • Research and conservation
  • Visitor services
  • Garden Gift Shop
  • Children's programs
  • Special events
  • Tours

Benefits received by active volunteers

  • Opportunities to learn skills through on-the-job training
  • A chance to meet people and build friendships with similar interests
  • Recognition at the annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner
  • Invitations to the Volunteer/Staff Holiday Party
  • Invitations to bus trips and special events for Friends and volunteers
  • Discounts in the Garden Gift Shop
  • Monthly volunteer newsletter Petal Pusher
  • Name badge

Consider joining the volunteer family!

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Volunteer Appreciation Party

More Information

To learn more about volunteer opportunities contact the Volunteer Coordinator at 706-542-6195 or e-mail sbgvol@uga.edu.

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