Friends of the Conservatory · Volunteer Application

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with the Friends of the Conservatory!

We look forward to reviewing your application. Our Palm House Gift Shop Director, Shannon Koyano, will be in touch!

Applicant Information

Name *

First Name

Last Name

Email *

Verify Email *

Phone *

Address *

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State/Province

ZIP/Postal Code

Birth Date *

Volunteers must be at least 18 years old, or have a parent/guardian approval for ages 15 to 18.

Volunteer Opportunities

We're so pleased that you'd like to volunteer in the Palm House Gift Shop! The Palm House Gift Shop relies on in-person volunteer support Tuesdays through Sundays and offers the most regular scheduling. Training is provided.

Volunteer Role *

As of February, we are seeking volunteers to staff the Palm House Gift Shop, assist the Plant Sale Committee, and a project lead to produce 1-sheet biographies to spotlight BIPOC horticulturalists, botanists, architects, Seattle figures, landscape designers, etc. to be featured in the gift shop, on our website, social media, etc. We'll add more opportunities to this form when they become available.

Palm House Gift Shop Attendant

Plant Sale Committee - volunteer

Project Lead - remote task

Skills & Experience

In which of these areas do you feel you have moderate to excellent skill? Check all that apply.

Skills & Knowledge *

Select all that apply.

Customer service

Retail experience

Merchandising

POS systems/Square

Basic plant care

Cash-handling, making change

I'm new to working in a shop environment, and am excited to learn and help out!

Plant Knowledge *

Select all that apply. You'll definitely learn about plants while volunteering in the gift shop!

No formal plant knowledge, but I like them!

Common names of plant species

Scientific names of plant species

Indoor plant care

Tropical plants

Plant history, lore, fun facts, hidden gems

Elaborate on your skills and experiences

Please briefly share anything you'd like us to know.

Volunteer Commitment

Can you commit to 6 months with the FOC? *

Yes

No

How many hours per month do you want to volunteer with the FOC? *

We prefer a minimum commitment of 4 hours per month, but are open to your availability.

Which days of the week are you available to volunteer? *

Shifts are about three hours each. There's a morning shift in the gift shop from 10 am - 1 pm, and an afternoon shift from 1 - 4 pm. The Conservatory is closed on Mondays. Select all that apply.

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Please share why you would like to volunteer with the Friends of the Conservatory. *

Emergency Contact Information

Please make sure to list at least one WA resident as an emergency contact.

Emergency Contact 1 *

First Name

Last Name

Email *

Verify Email *

Phone *

Emergency Contact 2 *

First Name

Last Name

Email *

Verify Email *

Phone *

FOC is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. FOC collects and manages your personal information in accordance with the law. The information you provide will only be used for FOC purposes. FOC will not disclose, sell, distribute, share, or otherwise present your personal information to any third party. You may contact us at foc@volunteerparkconservatory.org.