The Bellevue Botanical Garden (BBG) displays the best plants and gardening practices for healthy, beautiful Northwest gardens. Visitors are encouraged to participate in Garden volunteerism, events, and programs that are engaging, educational, and inspiring. The Bellevue Botanical Garden Society (BBGS) supports this mission by cultivating the bond between plants and people. To learn more about the BBG, please visit our website at BellevueBotanical.org.
Volunteer at BBG
Individual Volunteers
Join hundreds of volunteers who contribute over 15,000 hours each year supporting the Bellevue Botanical Garden and Garden partners.
The generous support of BBG volunteers plays a crucial role in the success of the Garden. There are many volunteer opportunities available, from participating in educational programs and helping with special events, to assisting with outreach and Garden maintenance.
Ongoing volunteers must be at least 16 years old. Volunteers may be required to pass an annual background check depending on their assignment.
Apply online today!
If you cannot use or do not have access to a computer or mobile device, contact the Bellevue Botanical Garden Volunteer Coordinator directly.
Ongoing Volunteer Opportunities
For a complete list of assignments, schedules, and task descriptions, contact the Bellevue Botanical Garden Volunteer Coordinator.
Horticulture
Get outside and dig in the dirt! Horticulture volunteers help city staff and Garden partners with garden and path maintenance. Tools and training are provided. No prior experience is required for most assignments. These are great opportunities for new or experienced gardeners who want to learn more about gardening and help keep the BBG a beautiful place for all to enjoy.
Visitor Experience
Put a smile on the faces of our 425,000+ annual visitors! Volunteers enhance BBG visitors’ experience by greeting visitors, giving tours, and helping in the gift shop. These are great opportunities for those who enjoy meeting new people from all over the world and want to share their passion for the Garden with others. Training is provided; in most cases, no experience is necessary.
Education
Provide the community with opportunities to learn new and exciting things about plants and the natural world! Each year, BBGS offers hundreds of in-person and virtual horticulture-related classes and field trip experiences for adults and children. Education volunteers assist staff during classes, prepare teaching materials, and help set up and take down events. These are great opportunities for those who enjoy working with children and/or adults, or who may have a background in education. Training is provided; in most cases, no experience is necessary.
Events
Join in the fun! Volunteers provide hospitality and support staff during large community events, like Garden d’Lights and Arts in the Garden. This is a great opportunity for those who are outgoing and want to showcase their hospitality skills. Training is provided and no prior experience is required.
Garden d'Lights
Illuminate the Garden with winter magic! Evenings in November and December, the BBG transforms into a wonderous garden of lights. Volunteers work tirelessly throughout the year to build, repair, install, and take down the light displays that make up Garden d’Lights (GdL). This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in the inner workings of GdL or who loves holiday lights. Training is provided and no engineering or electrical experience is required, though it is appreciated.
Organization Support
Support Garden operations and create content! Organization support volunteers write articles, do clerical tasks, and take pictures and videos of the Garden, programs, and events. Training is provided. Prior experience is preferred for most assignments.