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Volunteer

Plant Care
Education
Operations
Special Events
Leadership

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 to 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 coordinator@fopcon.org.
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.

High School Students

Are you a student looking to volunteer with us?

While most of our volunteer hours happen during the day, we are always looking for volunteers for special events throughout the year. We also offer plant related volunteer opportunities to students during the summertime.

To request information about our upcoming opportunities, please fill out this form.

If you have questions about our volunteer program, please email our Volunteer and Programs Coordinator at coordinator@fopcon.org.

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