Volunteers at SelbyJoin the Selby Family! Volunteers play a vital role in Selby Gardens’ mission of research, conservation, and horticultural display. Outnumbering staff by more than 10 to 1, Volunteers add the equivalent of more than 20 full-time workers to the Selby workforce each year. Gardens Volunteers believe they get back much more than they give: new friends, new interests, and opportunities to learn and grow in Sarasota’s most beautiful surroundings. Join the Selby Family! To learn more about volunteering, call (941) 366-5731, extension 267, e-mail volunteer@selby.org, or attend one of our no-obligation Volunteer Orientations. Wednesday, August 12, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. - Upstairs in the MansionThursday, September 17, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. - Upstairs in the Mansion Friday, October 16, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. - Upstairs in the Mansion Saturday, November 14, 12:30 - 3:30 p.m. - Upstairs in the Mansion 2010 Orientations Monday, January 11,10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. - Upstairs in the Mansion Tuesday, February 16, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. - Upstairs in the Mansion Wednesday, March 17, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. - Upstairs in the Mansion Thursday, April 15, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. - Upstairs in the Mansion Friday, May 14, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. - Upstairs in the Mansion Saturday, June 12, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. - Upstairs in the Mansion Volunteer Benefits The following benefits are available to you in recognition for your donation of time and talent. Free Admission – You may visit Selby Gardens free of charge anytime during normal business hours 364 days a year. Just show your name badge. Special evening fundraiser events are excluded. Store Discount – If you volunteer more than 25 hours per year you are eligible for a 10% discount at the Garden Shop. If you are a member of the Gardens and volunteer more than 25 hours per year, you will be eligible for a 20% discount at the stores. Free Classes – You may attend certain Selby Gardens classes at a discount or free of charge. Free Tours – You will have the opportunity to attend free tours of the Gardens grounds and behind-the-scenes areas such as the greenhouses, herbarium and library. Free Lectures – You may attend lectures by staff and visiting experts free of charge. Free Library Use – You may use the Selby Gardens library and check out duplicate copies of material. Membership Discount – We encourage you to support Selby Gardens by purchasing a membership offered to volunteers at a 25% discount. Free Membership – If you volunteer more than 200 hours a year, you will receive a free membership. Volunteer Appreciation Party – You will be invited to attend this annual event held each spring. Service Awards – If you volunteer over 25 hours you will receive awards and public recognition based on years and hours of service. Tax Benefits – Your mileage to and from Selby Gardens for purposes of volunteering, membership purchases, and other tangible donations are tax deductible to the extent allowable by law. Selby Gardens is a 5013c non-profit organization. |
Selby Gardens is open every day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., except Christmas.
Adults $17, Children 6-11 $6, Members Free.