No Matter What Your Skills Are, Or How Much Time You Have, Any Help At The Garden Is Valuable And Greatly Appreciated.
Each task, no matter how small, has a profound impact on the success of the Garden. Whether you're arranging flowers for a display, helping prune plants, or leading a tour, your time and energy ensure that the garden remains a welcoming and beautiful space for visitors. Come volunteer with us today!
Want to see volunteer opportunities? Check out our Linktree:
Volunteer Groups
🌿 Trail Maintenance
Ensures our paths are clear, safe, and inviting for visitors, meeting regularly to uphold the integrity of our trails and surrounding areas.
🌹 Rose Garden Maintenance
Cultivates the timeless beauty of our rose garden, from meticulous pruning to nurturing blooms that enchant visitors year after year.
🌼 Garden Horticulture
Partners with our horticultural team to maintain the splendor of our planted areas, from weeding to propagation for future generations to enjoy.
🌱 Children's Nature
& Education
Cultivates curiosity and a love for learning by creating engaging play areas and educational
programs that inspire young hearts to connect with nature and deepen their appreciation for
the world around them.
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📋 Private Events
Collaborates with our events team to support the seamless execution of private gatherings.
Volunteers assist with essential tasks such as cleaning, maintaining chairs, steaming linens,
and organizing materials—ensuring every event runs smoothly and leaves a lasting, polished
impression.
🌸 Camellia Garden
Tenderly cares for our stunning camellia collection, from nurturing new growth to offering enlightening tours during peak seasons.
🌾 Georgia Native Maintenance
Revitalizes our native plant garden to reflect the rich biodiversity of our region, preserving native flora for future generations.
🥕 Vegetable Terrace
Nurtures our sustainable food efforts, from seed to harvest, ensuring a bountiful yield for donation and enjoyment.
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🌸 Floral Design
Immerse yourself in the artistry of floral arrangements, tending to plant care, seasonal displays, and event decorations while enhancing the garden's beauty with vibrant blooms and greenery.
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♻️ Compost
Supports the Garden’s sustainability efforts by collecting and managing compost materials,
maintaining compost piles, and assisting with educational activities.
🐝 Pollinator Garden
Champions the vital role of pollinators by maintaining a thriving habitat, consulting with our horticultural team to ensure optimal conditions year-round.
🌳 Ginkgo Shade Maintenance
Preserves the tranquil ambiance of our shaded areas, expertly tending to trees and underplanting to provide an oasis for visitors.
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🌿 Native Plant Trail
Advocates for native conservation by curating our native plant trail, sharing knowledge and passion with visitors.
🍽️ Lunch & Learn
Elevates our educational sessions by preparing snacks and drinks, fostering an inviting atmosphere that enhances learning and makes each session a delightful experience.
🎉 Event Setup and
Tear Down
The unsung heroes behind the scenes, ensuring every event runs smoothly and our garden remains pristine before and after gatherings.
🛠️ Garden Fix-It &
Facility Care
Masters of all trades, tackling maintenance projects big and small to keep our garden running smoothly while ensuring the comfort and safety of visitors by inspecting and repairing benches, signs, fountains, and other facilities for a positive experience.
🏡 Farmhouse and
Garden Docent & Historian
Brings our garden and farmhouse to life by guiding visitors through immersive tours that
illuminate their rich history. Volunteers document, lead docent tours, and share the historical
significance of these cherished spaces, preserving their legacy for all to appreciate.
🍃 Herb Garden
Cultivates and cares for a variety of herbs, ensuring a fragrant and thriving garden that supports our culinary and wellness initiatives, while sharing the benefits of fresh herbs with our community.
Volunteer Recognition Program
At Columbus Botanical Garden (CBG), we deeply value the contributions of our volunteers, whose dedication and hard work help us thrive and fulfill our mission. To show our appreciation and recognize the commitment of our volunteers, we have established the CBG Volunteer Recognition Program. This program rewards volunteers with various incentives based on their accumulated volunteer hours.
Seedling Level
The "Seedling Level" is all about kicking off a volunteer’s journey at Columbus Botanical Garden. Just like a new sprout popping up from the soil, volunteers at this stage are starting to explore and get involved. It’s a time to dive in, discover what the garden has to offer, and start building a solid foundation for future
growth and impact.
Upon reaching 50 volunteer hours, receive a custom water bottle from CBG
Blossom Level
The "Blossom Level" represents the exciting stage when volunteers hit 100 hours at Columbus Botanical Garden. Just like a flower moving from a bud to full bloom, these volunteers are recognized for their growing dedication and impact. It’s all about celebrating their progress and the difference they’re making in the garden and the community.
Upon reaching 100 volunteer hours, receive a FREE CBG beehive membership
Garden Guardian Level
The "Garden Guardian Level" is all about recognizing the amazing volunteers who’ve put in over 200 hours at Columbus Botanical Garden. It’s like being a true garden superhero, taking on extra responsibility and showing major dedication. These volunteers are celebrated for their hard work in keeping the garden beautiful, sustainable, and thriving through their ongoing efforts.
Upon reaching 200 volunteer hours, receive a custom t-shirt from CBG
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Arboreal Ambassador Level
The "Arboreal Ambassador Level" is all about capturing the idea of a strong, tall tree that stands firm and deeply rooted. At Columbus Botanical Garden, when volunteers hit the 300 hour mark, they earn the "Arboreal Ambassador" title. This means they’ve become key members of the CBG community, showing dedication and making a big impact. Just like an ambassador represents their organization with pride, these volunteers are valued representatives of CBG, helping to support and spread the garden’s mission far and wide.
Upon reaching 300 volunteer hours, receive a commemorative plaque recognizing your outstanding service to CBG
If You Are Interested in Volunteering
Please Fill Out This Form
How to Use SignUpGenius
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How to Sign Up for an Event
✅ Click on the SignUpGenius link provided by our team.
✅ Find the date and time slot that works for you.
✅ Click Sign Up next to your preferred slot.
✅ Click Submit and Sign Up, enter your name and email, and confirm!
No account is required to sign up!
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How to Cancel a Sign-Up
🔹 Already signed up but need to cancel? Follow these steps:
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Log in to SignUpGenius (if you have an account).
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Click on "Sign Ups" to see your upcoming commitments.
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Find the event and click "Delete" to remove yourself from the slot.
Can’t cancel online? Email us, and we’ll update your registration!
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How to See Who Else is Volunteering
👀 Want to know who you’ll be volunteering with?
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Visit the event’s SignUpGenius page to see available and filled slots.
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Depending on settings, names of other volunteers may be visible.
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How to Add Someone Else to a Sign-Up
👥 Want to sign up a friend or family member?
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Click "Sign Up" as usual.
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Enter their name and email instead of yours.
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Submit and confirm!
Still Need Help?
Contact us at volunteering@columbusbotanicalgarden.org for assistance!
Or visit the SignUpGenius Help Center.