Volunteering
Your support and commitment as a Volunteer In The Garden (VIG) plays a vital role in the operation and ongoing success of the Desert Botanical Garden. VIGs assist in nearly every aspect of the Garden after being prepared through an intensive education and training program. By becoming a volunteer, you are ensuring that the Garden is always a compelling attraction that brings to life the many wonders of the desert.
Current volunteer? Click here to record your hours and for other volunteer-only information.
Becoming a Garden Volunteer
- Download our application form, fill out and mail it to: Desert Botanical Garden, Nancy White, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ 85008.
- Schedule an Interview with Nancy White by calling 480 481.8197 or email nwhite@dbg.org.
- Attend the "How to Become a DBG Volunteer" class, an essential and mandatory course.
- Become a Member. Volunteers in the Garden take part in every aspect of the institution's growth, which is why we require that volunteers join and maintain their membership.
- Attend classes at Volunteer U. Training courses are offered multiple times throughout the year and can be taken on weekdays or weekends.
TEEN Volunteers: Teen Environmentalists Exploring Nature (TEEN) is a group of teenagers between 13-17 years old who volunteer their time and talents at the Desert Botanical Garden. Download the TEEN Volunteer application now.
Volunteer Training Schedule: Learn more about Fall 2010 Volunteer Training or view our Programs at a Glance.
Fall Volunteer Opportunities
Monarch Butterfly Exhibit:
September 25 – November 14
Training (choose one)
Tuesday / September 14 / 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Saturday / September 25 / 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Plant Sale:
October 15-17
Special Events
(Great Pumpkin Festival, Día de los Muertos, Chiles & Chocolate Festival and Las Noches de las Luminarias – check our events calendar)
Training for Special Events (choose one)
Tuesday / September 28 / 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Saturday / October 2 / 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Wednesday / October 13 / 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Contact Pam Levin at 480 481.8166 or email plevin@dbg.org for more information. Teens and adults welcome.
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