Carry the Legacy, Cultivate the Future - Volunteer at Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center!
At Shangri La Gardens, volunteers are the heartbeat of our mission - continuing the legacy of H.J. Lutcher Stark, whose vision for environmental stewardship and natural beauty lives on in every bloom, pathway and program. Our volunteers play a vital role in supporting and expanding the impact of our educational programs, visitor experiences and garden operations.
Whether you're guiding guests through the gardens, helping children and families connect with nature as a program assistant or maintaining the vibrant spaces that inspire awe and discovery, your time and talents help keep Shangri La Gardens thriving.
No matter your interests or availability, there's a meaningful role for you at Shangri La. Join our volunteer community and help grow the future - one guest, one plant, one discovery at a time.
Education
- Boat driver
- Program assistant
Visitor Services
- Garden greeter
- Garden guide
- Special Projects and Events
Horticulture
- Production Greenhouse helper
- Garden helper
- Downtown garden helper
For more information regarding volunteer opportunities contact:
Amara Townsend
Volunteer Services Coordinator
Volunteer Center: (409) 670-0234
atownsend@shangrilagardens.org
Education
Visitor Services
Horticulture
Volunteer Benefits
- Advance notice of events at all Stark Cultural Venues
- Opportunity to attend interpretive and educational programs
- Annual awards and recognition
- Monthly recognition of our Volunteer of the Month
Volunteer Requirements
- Complete Stark Cultural Venues Volunteer Application
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Pass background check
- Attend orientation
Apply to Volunteer
To apply to volunteer, please download and fill out the Stark Cultural Venues Volunteer Application. Once completed, bring it by the Volunteer Center at Shangri La anytime Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. We look forward to meeting you!
Already a volunteer?
Access your volunteer portal here:
Corporate, Student and Community Group Opportunities
Chevron Phillips Chemical volunteers at Christmas Strolls
Entergy volunteers at Eco-Fest
DOW volunteers at Community Trash-Off
