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Download our volunteer packet & application

Help the Gardens Grow!
Volunteer Open House Every Second Saturday 10am-11am

This open house is for new and prospective volunteers. Come learn what we are all about and hear about all of our volunteer opportunities. There will also be a 20-30 minute optional guided tour to acquaint prospective volunteers with our gardens. Light refreshments will be served.

Benefits of volunteering at Tucson Botanical Gardens:

  • Meet new, interesting people
  • Refine or gain new skills
  • Learn more about gardening and the Tucson region
  • Continuing education about the natural world (classes & workshops)
  • Discounts on classes and lectures
  • Volunteer field trips related to the Gardens and our mission (visit other museums, learn more about water harvesting, etc.)
  • Monthly volunteer newsletter
  • Annual catered luncheon, potlucks and awards ceremony!

We offer a variety of volunteer opportunities, most require no experience, training provided. Please download the volunteer packet for a more detailed description.

  • Butterfly Magic
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  • Office Support

To learn more about volunteering at the Gardens, call 520.326.9686 ext. 39 or e-mail volunteer@tucsonbotanical.org.

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