Ways To Get Involved
WORK & LEARNS
Whether you have skills with a chain saw, restoration burning, loppers, growing plants from seed, monitoring, pulling weeds, or want to learn new skills we need your help in the field.
If you are a professional or experienced in some way that will help with restoration efforts in the field, tell us what you can offer.
If you are new to conservation work, tell us that too, and how much time you can give. We maintain a list of volunteers whom we can call for workdays, as well as those willing to commit to a certain number of hours per week or month. We will find a preserve close to you, and provide you with the training you need. Fill out our Volunteer Signup Form below or visit our Work & Learn schedule, to sign up for an event near you.
Whether you have skills with a chain saw, restoration burning, loppers, growing plants from seed, monitoring, pulling weeds, or want to learn new skills we need your help in the field.
If you are a professional or experienced in some way that will help with restoration efforts in the field, tell us what you can offer.
If you are new to conservation work, tell us that too, and how much time you can give. We maintain a list of volunteers whom we can call for workdays, as well as those willing to commit to a certain number of hours per week or month. We will find a preserve close to you, and provide you with the training you need. Fill out our Volunteer Signup Form below or visit our Work & Learn schedule, to sign up for an event near you.
COMMITTEES
All members of the Friends of Plant Conservation are invited and encouraged to join a committee. The board appreciates members participation at whatever level they have time to commit. A board member serves as chair of each committee.
Do you have skills in fundraising, member recruitment, outreach, education, communications, or another skill you think we could use, consider joining a committee! Fill out our Volunteer Signup Form below and specify what committee interests you or what skills you might have to offer.
All members of the Friends of Plant Conservation are invited and encouraged to join a committee. The board appreciates members participation at whatever level they have time to commit. A board member serves as chair of each committee.
Do you have skills in fundraising, member recruitment, outreach, education, communications, or another skill you think we could use, consider joining a committee! Fill out our Volunteer Signup Form below and specify what committee interests you or what skills you might have to offer.
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- Awards (Chair- Carrie DeJaco) nominates award winners and present awards.
- Communications and Publicity (Chair- Terri Buckner) produces publicity including the Newsletter, website, social media, press releases, brochures, etc.
- Development & Fundraising (Chairs- Chris Bolling & Milo Pyne) guides the organization in securing funding from outside sources; identifies and communicates with potential donors to support the work of the organization. Identify grant opportunities and assist with / coordinate grant writing.
- Finance (Chair- Johnny Wilson) reviews the prior year budget and reports and prepares a budget to submit to the Board; ensures that donors’ wishes are carried out and that Funds and investments are managed responsibly.
- Financial Review (Chair- Mike Baranski) annually reviews the financial records of the Friends and recommends when a full review by an independent auditor is needed.
- Membership (Chair- Matt Estep) maintains membership records; promotes membership recruitment and retention.
- Nominations (Chair- TBD) identifies potential candidates for the 2022 Board.
- Program and Engagement (Chair- Cindy Lincoln) conducts events that are open to the public in order to generate interest in membership; plan and conduct the Annual meeting.
- Project Management (Chair- Alvin Braswell) administers grants and manages facilities at preserves.
PRESERVE STEWARDS
Stewards are selected for their knowledge, their willingness to work under sometimes difficult situations, and to work according to the Management Plan established by NCPCP staff. Frequent activities are invasive species removal, trash removal, boundary walks, and reporting activities to the staff. Other activities depend on the site and the needs of the protected plant species. Do you live near a preserve and are willing to become a dedicated volunteer? Fill out our Volunteer Signup Form below and specify that you would like to learn more about Preserve Steward opportunities.
Stewards are selected for their knowledge, their willingness to work under sometimes difficult situations, and to work according to the Management Plan established by NCPCP staff. Frequent activities are invasive species removal, trash removal, boundary walks, and reporting activities to the staff. Other activities depend on the site and the needs of the protected plant species. Do you live near a preserve and are willing to become a dedicated volunteer? Fill out our Volunteer Signup Form below and specify that you would like to learn more about Preserve Steward opportunities.
