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In partnership with the Park District of Oak Park, the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory is a premier volunteer organization offering a variety of opportunities for community members to share their time, skills, and talent. Come explore the many ways you can be part of The Friends.

 

Ready to Volunteer?

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us! 

Here’s how to get involved:

  1. Review our volunteer opportunities by clicking on the icons above. Typical volunteer hours range from 8 am – 3 pm Tuesday-Friday in addition to some weekends and evenings for special events.
  2. Read the Volunteer Handbook 
  3. Complete the Volunteer Application 
  4. Our Volunteer Coordinator will contact you within 5 business days once your application is submitted for an interview and to discuss the next steps.
  5. If you have questions about our volunteer program, please email our Volunteer and Programs Coordinator at [email protected].
Volunteer Application

Volunteer Benefits

  •  A voucher for a Free FOPCON membership awarded to volunteers who have served more than 60 hours.
  • Invitation to the FOPCON Volunteer Committee’s fall Appreciation Event.
  • An opportunity to be recognized based on recommendations from Conservatory staff, event chairs, and other volunteers. 
  • Special training for interested and qualified volunteers in education and horticulture programs.

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Contact Us

Phone: (708) 725-2460

Tuesday-Sunday: 10:00am-4:00pm

615 Garfield
PO Box 1096
Oak Park, IL 60304

[email protected]

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The Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to promote community interest in the Oak Park Conservatory,
offer educational and recreational opportunities and support projects that benefit the Oak Park Conservatory.


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