Opportunities From: United Way of Dane County

Volunteer: Volunteer Gardeners needed at Literacy Network!

Literacy Network recently installed two new perennial gardens! We are recruiting two Volunteer Gardeners to nurture and maintain the newly planted (Spring 2024) perennial borders.

A Sun Gardener to care for our west-facing garden along Park StreetA Shade Gardener to care for the north-facing garden in front of our building

Volunteer Requirements:

3+ years’ experience managing perennial borders (whether at home or somewhere else!)
Physical ability to lift and carry a hose, full watering can, large plants, etc.
Physical ability to kneel/squat to weed and deadhead/deadleaf
Reliable communication via phone and email
Professional, friendly demeanor
Positive regard for Literacy Network’s mission

Schedule: Volunteer Gardener will be required to work 1-3 hours/week between April 15-July 15 or July 15-October 15 (3-month commitment), with up to 4 shifts off. You can set your own schedule!

Factors to consider if you want access to our building or onsite staff:

Building hours are Monday through Thursday 8:30am-8pm; Saturday 9-11am for programming only
Associate Director available on site Monday through Wednesday 8:30am-5pm; by email/phone Thursday 8:30am-5pm and Friday 8:30am-1pm

Training: Volunteer Gardener training includes agency onboarding, initial garden tour with the Associate Director, and additional professional development as requested.


Nonprofit: Literacy Network

Literacy Network recently installed two new perennial gardens! We are recruiting two Volunteer Gardeners to nurture and maintain the newly planted (Spring 2024) perennial borders.

A Sun Gardener to care for our west-facing garden along Park StreetA Shade Gardener to care for the north-facing garden in front of our building

Volunteer Requirements:

3+ years’ experience managing perennial borders (whether at home or somewhere else!)
Physical ability to lift and carry a hose, full watering can, large plants, etc.
Physical ability to kneel/squat to weed and deadhead/deadleaf
Reliable communication via phone and email
Professional, friendly demeanor
Positive regard for Literacy Network’s mission

Schedule: Volunteer Gardener will be required to work 1-3 hours/week between April 15-July 15 or July 15-October 15 (3-month commitment), with up to 4 shifts off. You can set your own schedule!

Factors to consider if you want access to our building or onsite staff:

Building hours are Monday through Thursday 8:30am-8pm; Saturday 9-11am for programming only
Associate Director available on site Monday through Wednesday 8:30am-5pm; by email/phone Thursday 8:30am-5pm and Friday 8:30am-1pm

Training: Volunteer Gardener training includes agency onboarding, initial garden tour with the Associate Director, and additional professional development as requested.


Nonprofit: Literacy Network

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53713

Allow Groups: No