Patrons Circle members represent donors who make annual contributions starting at $1,500 to fund education, scientific research, exhibits and plant conservation programs that celebrate the beauty of the desert and help our community care about it.
A benefit of Patrons Circle membership includes a schedule of programs designed especially for members, providing special access to the Garden’s exhibits, horticulturists, educators and scientists.
View the 2023-2024 calendar of events and experiences, published October 2023.
For more information about Patrons Circle, please contact Kelsey Wolf-Donnay, CFRE Senior Director of Development, Individual Giving at patronscircle@dbg.org or 480.481.8147.
Are you looking to donate monthly, quarterly or through a gift of stock? Please contact Stephanie Wilson at 480.481.8160 or patronscircle@dbg.org
PATRONS CIRCLE GIVING LEVELS AND BENEFITS
SAGUARO CIRCLE
$1,500/ONE YEAR | $3,000/TWO YEARS
Your Saguaro Circle donation includes these benefits:
- Unlimited member and guest admission
- Complimentary Senita Club gift membership for a family member, friend or business associate (upon request)
- Invitations to Patrons Circle educational programs and events
- Recognition year-round on the website and in the Garden’s Annual Report
- Two complimentary tickets to Las Noches de las Luminarias
- A 20 percent discount on Garden educational programs; a 10 percent discount on gift and plant shop purchases
- One free scooter rental per visit (based on availability)
- Invitations to exclusive regional, national and international trips, providing horticulture, wildlife and cultural experiences with an intimate group of Garden supporters.
- Enjoy reciprocal admission to over 300 gardens, arboreta and conservatories in North America
CURATOR’S CIRCLE
$2,500/ONE YEAR
Your Curator’s Circle donation also includes these benefits:
- Recognition on the Desert Botanical Garden Honor Roll of Supporters Donor Wall at the Garden entry
- Invitation to a private event with Garden Executive Director
- Plus, all Saguaro Circle benefits
DIRECTOR’S CIRCLE
$5,000/ONE YEAR
Your Director’s Circle donation also includes these benefits:
- Opportunity for a one-time, 20 percent discount on a Garden facility rental (upon request; excluding food, drink or rental items)
- Plus, all Curator’s Circle benefits
PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE
$10,000 /ONE YEAR
Your President’s Circle donation also includes these benefits:
- Opportunity for a one-time, 50 percent discount on a Garden facility rental (upon request; excluding food, drink or rental items)
- Plus, all Curator’s Circle benefits
FOUNDER’S CIRCLE
$25,000/ONE YEAR
Your Founder’s Circle donation also includes these benefits:
- Luncheon with Garden’s Board President and Executive Director
- Plus, all President’s Circle benefits
Interested in Joining?
For information about Patrons Circle, please contact Stephanie Wilson, Manager of Development, Donor Experience, at patronscircle@dbg.org or 480.481.8160.
Generously Supported By:
Organ Pipe ($50,000- $99,000)
Palo Brea ($25,000-$49,000)
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Palo Verde ($10,000-$24,999)
