Host an event to help fill baby blessing bags with donations of baby essentials. (blankets, onesies, socks, bath towels, pacifiers, etc.)
Support social events – decorate, cook, serve food, play music, and dance with residences at our many social events, including monthly birthday dances and holiday picnics and celebrations. No holiday is too small — we like to celebrate them all!
Support out annual events – help plan, communicate, set up, decorate, clean up, make crafts or find sponsors for our annual fundraiser events and our annual open house/craft show
Write an article for our Spring or Fall newsletter or help keep our website and Facebook pages up to date.
Volunteers help maintain and beautify the grounds at the Arboretum through Dig in the Dirt days (Tuesday mornings) and our Adopt-a-Collection program (on their own schedule, after completing training).
Church youth groups, corporations, high schools and other community organizations are invited to participate in a volunteer project. When your entire group gets involved, everyone has fun working together! Plan your next volunteer outing at the Boone County Arboretum.
Through the years, many Boy and Girl Scout Troops have participated in service days at the Arboretum. As these young men and women help beautify the grounds, they are learning the value of service to their community, and the importance of public horticulture.
Volunteers help with the planning, construction, and utilization of special highlight areas throughout the Arboretum, assist with the planning or implementation of events and programs, or volunteers who have backgrounds in education or horticulture help the Arboretum staff in our classes and tours.
Mentors are carefully screened, selected and trained in a professional manner. Each mentor teaches life skills, discusses life planning, and then guides the youth toward their goals. We ask that as a mentor you meet at least once a week with your mentee and make a commitment for one year.
Volunteer to give mock interviews so people can practice and refine their skills in getting a job.