During these winter months, we are all starting to dream about Spring!

See below for a variety of opportunities for you to join us as a volunteer for the new year. We look forward to seeing you soon!

The Volunteer Services Team

Tracy, Katie L., Marissa, Katie J., Maureen and Eli

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Volunteer Champion Role for York Street and Chatfield Farms

Volunteer Leadership Opportunity!

Date: Various dates throughout the year based on Gardens special events & programs, volunteers scheduled based on availability, interest and need

Volunteer Type: Ongoing

Description: Volunteer Champions enhance and grow the volunteer experience at special events and/or programs in which volunteers are supporting Denver Botanic Gardens. Volunteer Champions support Volunteer Services and Events staff by acting as resources for new and returning volunteers during larger special events and programs.

Qualifications:

One year as an ongoing volunteer
Complete Volunteer Champion interest form
Complete placement discussion conversation with Volunteer Services staff to connect and discuss event preferences and specifics of volunteer position
Complete Volunteer Champion training with a focus on creating a welcoming environment for all volunteers
Ability to work collaboratively with other Volunteer Champions, special event and ongoing volunteers as well as the Gardens staff

Interested in learning more? Contact Volunteer Services at vol@botanicgardens.org for the complete position description, specific details and a link to the interest form.

York Street Volunteer Opportunities

School Groups - New Volunteer Training

If you've ever wanted to join the School Groups volunteer team but weren't sure where to start they'll be hosting a training for all interested volunteers very soon! Come meet the team, learn about programs they offer and how you can get involved.

Date: Monday, February 24

Times: 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Volunteer Type: Ongoing Volunteers.

Description and Qualifications: Training for new volunteers interested in working with school groups.

Interested? Sign up on Volgistics or contact Eli.Armenteros@botanicgardens.org

Chatfield Farms Volunteer Opportunities

Spring School Programs Training

Date: Wednesday, March 5, 2025

Times: 9 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Volunteer Type: Ongoing Volunteers

Description and Qualifications: Please join us on Wednesday, March 5 in the Deer Creek Schoolhouse for Spring school programs training. This training is required for new volunteers and appropriate for any returning volunteers as a refresher; we will primarily focus on Ecosystem Adventures, Farm Programs, and Sustainability 101. Come prepared to spend time inside and outside exploring our program locations as weather allows; snacks will be provided but please bring a lunch.

If you are interested but unable to attend this training please email Madelyn Granos (Assistant Manager of School and Camp Programs) at madelyn.granos@botanicgardens.org

Interested? Sign up on V olgistics or contact ChatfieldVol@botanicgardens.org

CSA Shares Now Available!

At Chatfield Farms, we cultivate over 100 varieties of vegetables and herbs and collaborate with local producers to provide additional shares, such as eggs and fruit. The quantity of produce increases from greens, roots, and herbs in spring to a substantial harvest in summer and early fall.

The 2025 CSA season will feature 21 weeks of vegetables and herbs grown at Chatfield Farms, ready for pickup on Thursdays from June 5 through October 23, at either Chatfield Farms or the York Street location.

Click on the image below to see the newsletter and details about how to sign up!

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Visit our Website to learn more about the CSA

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