Volunteering

Contribute to Preserving a Legacy

Annual Rhodie Deadhead Work Party

June 11th 8:30 am – 12:00 pm
Join in! Lend a hand to the gardens as we prepare for summer with our annual mass-deadheading of the rhodies. This work party is a great way to get involved and meet other volunteers. Participants will meet at 8:30 am at the kitchen of The Wagner House for a complimentary breakfast. To participate call us at 253.584.4106.

Volunteering is a great way to get involved with the gardens and to meet new and interesting people. Whatever your talent, there is a volunteer opportunity available for you at Lakewold. The following lists just a few of the year-round volunteer activities that are available.

Grounds maintenance

Assist the Horticulture Team in accomplishing various grounds maintenance tasks, including fall bed cleanup, bulb planting, leaf removal, weeding, spreading mulch material, etc.

Docent

Learn to be a Lakewold tour guide! Meet people from all over the world. Share the legacy of Eulalie Wagner, as well as the rich history of Lakewold Gardens. Tours are approximately 2 hours long and occur primarily during the months of April through September.

Special Events

Hostess for various fund raising events at Lakewold. Involves greeting, coffee service, ticket taking, etc. Also opportunities to work garden shows.

Mailings

Assist the administrative team with folding, stuffing, and sealing envelopes.

Board/Committee Special Projects

Interested in shaping Lakewold's future? Applications for board and/or committee membership is always open.

Have a special skill or talent? We are always working on projects that require unique skills like design, architecture, writing and computer savvy. Share your talent with us and we're sure to have a project in which you can assist.

If you are interested in volunteering at Lakewold, please contact, Irene Russo, by email irusso@lakewoldgardens.org, by phone 253.584.4106 x106, or fax 253.584.3021. Complete and return a volunteer registration form by mail or by fax to Irene Russo.

Training is available for all volunteer opportunities at the gardens, in addition to recognition events and group projects.

Volunteer Application