Volunteer
Our goal is to empower all volunteers to contribute to the mission of Yew Dell while providing a rewarding and engaging experience where all contributions are valued and appreciated.
Volunteering at Yew Dell is a great way to meet new people and develop new skills in a beautiful setting. From gardening and growing to educational and creative endeavors, there’s an opportunity for YEW. Whatever your skills or experience, we have a project that could use your talent. Training and materials are provided for all positions.
Reattendance at a volunteer orientation session is required if two years have lapsed since one’s last volunteer date with Yew Dell.
Volunteers grow community!
- Register as a volunteer
- Sign up for shifts
- Cancel shifts
- View schedule
- View your hours
If you have questions about Volunteer Matrix, please see our Volunteer FAQs .
Volunteer Opportunities
To sign up to volunteer or attend orientation, please log into or create an account in Volunteer Matrix, then follow the prompts.
Volunteer
Orientation
Looking to get involved? You’re in the right place! Join us for an Orientation session to explore the many volunteer opportunities Yew Dell has to offer and learn how you can become a member of our team. (Typically available February-October.)
Virtual orientations are available on the matrix and YouTube channel
Saturday
Workdays
Orientation Not Required
Weekly
Workdays
Whether you’re a beginner or expert gardener, we have a project just for you! Weekly Workdays focus on specific projects or locations around the grounds and change seasonally. Come out each week to help us keep our gardens, plant collections, and natural areas in tip top condition!
Register
Orientation Required
Group
Volunteers
Looking for a great team building activity? Look no further! We welcome group volunteers ages 6 and up. Tasks may include weeding, invasive plant removal, and trail building, and much more. To set up a group volunteer opportunity, click here.
Other Volunteer Opportunities
Administrative
Nursery
Photography
Garden Ambassadors
Woodland Trails
Ready to get started? It's as easy as 1-2-3!
- Create an account in Volunteer Matrix.
- Explore the calendar and choose your shift.
- Enjoy your volunteer shift!
Volunteer FAQs
2025 Volunteers of the Year
Yew Dell’s volunteer community is brimming with talent & passion. Here are stand-outs from our 2025 season!
Volunteer of the Year
Lisa LeCompte
Youth Volunteer of the Year
Marcus Southworth
The Golden TubTrug Awards: Our fun take on awards season!
Garden Adoption Program Volunteers
Julie Koehler, Holly Cooper, Chelsea Ashton
Nursery Volunteer
Brook Morse
Workday Volunteer
Beth Linder
Behind-the-Scenes Volunteer
Stacy Meyer
Events and Education Volunteer
Debbie Lorence
Perennial Society
The Perennial Society recognizes volunteers who have donated 2,000+ recorded volunteer hours over the course of their volunteering career at Yew Dell. We would not be the same without their passion and dedication! THANK YEW!
- Lisa Barr
- Mary Broecker
- Sue Brown
- Holly Cooper
- Patsy Harkess
- Rosemary Kirkwood
- Karl Klein
- Debby Levine
- Rob Nunnelley