VOLUNTEER at Kruckeberg
Volunteers play a vital role in caring for the garden, welcoming visitors, and helping Kruckeberg Botanic Garden remain a vibrant public space. Whether you enjoy hands-on garden work, engaging with the community, or supporting behind-the-scenes operations, there are many ways to get involved.
(All volunteers begin here)
Current Volunteer Opportunities
Administrative & Creative Roles
-Program & Operations Support
Assist with administrative projects, coordination, research, and other behind-the-scenes work that helps the garden run smoothly. We are looking for volunteers who can commit 4-10 hours per week for at least 2 months.
-Creative & Communications Volunteer
Support the garden’s storytelling and outreach through photography, writing, design, or social media assistance. Work is typically flexible and project-based.
Garden & Visitor-Facing Roles
-Garden Care Crew (Thursdays, 1pm to 3pm)
If you’d like to volunteer during one of our weekly garden work parties (Thursdays, 1pm-3pm) please let us know! We have a small, part-time staff, so we will want to make sure we prepare enough tasks ready for volunteer gardeners. Please come dressed for the weather, and be ready to work alongside our staff. Work gloves and water bottles recommended. Our orientation on the garden maintenance projects starts promptly at 1pm on Thursdays.
-Garden Steward Program
Garden Stewards are experienced volunteers who support the care of the garden through independent maintenance tasks. This role is intended for individuals with prior horticulture or garden maintenance experience who are comfortable working independently and following established garden practices.
Garden Stewards work in coordination with staff and help extend care for the garden beyond scheduled volunteer hours. Interested? All Garden Stewards begin by completing the Volunteer Interest & Intake Form. Selection and onboarding are required.
-Garden Greeter
Garden Greeters welcome guests, staff the welcome booth, and support our small nursery during open hours and events. No plant expertise needed—being friendly and enjoying the garden is what matters most. We are looking for individuals who can commit to consistent weekly shifts (typically 2.5 hours) for at least two months. You’ll greet visitors, track attendance, and assist with plant purchases. Garden staff will be onsite to provide support as needed.
-Garden Tour Guide (training provided)
Garden Tour Guides lead small group walks that share the garden and living collection through their own curiosity and interests. No formal tour experience is needed. Training is flexible and self-directed, with chances to shadow other guides and explore garden materials. This role is a great fit for motivated learners who can commit to at least four months and enjoy connecting people to nature.
-Community Outreach Volunteer
Represent the garden at farmers markets, plant sales, and community events by staffing outreach tables and sharing information about Kruckeberg.
Other Ways to Get Involved
These opportunities are important to KBGF but follow separate processes and are not part of the general volunteer intake form. If interested, contact us to learn more at info@kruckeberg.org
-Internships
Kruckeberg Botanic Garden accommodates 2-5 internships annually. Interns collaborate with a staff supervisor to create a personalized internship program for a minimum of 10 hours per week over at least months. Our interns have played a vital role in enhancing the garden, nursery, events, education, website, marketing, and more.
-Professional Expertise Volunteers
KBGF occasionally works with volunteers who offer professional skills such as legal services, fundraising, strategic planning, finance, marketing, or other specialized expertise. These contributions are typically project-based and coordinated as needs arise. If you’re interested in offering professional expertise, please indicate this on the Volunteer Interest & Intake Form, and we’ll follow up if there’s a good fit. Please email info@kruckeberg.org for more info.
-Event Planning & Special Projects
From time to time, KBGF forms committees or recruits volunteers to assist with special events or short-term projects. These opportunities are typically filled through targeted outreach. Please email info@kruckeberg.org for more info.
-Board of Directors
Service on the Board of Directors is a leadership commitment involving governance and strategic oversight. Board recruitment follows a separate process on the Board of Directors page.
How to Get Started
- Review the volunteer opportunities above
- Complete the Volunteer Interest & Intake Form
- Then we’ll follow up with next steps
Questions? Contact us at info@kruckeberg.org
