Nonprofit
Published 8/20/25 8:00PM

Garden Club

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Sarasota, FL
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime)
    Commitment Details:
    1 - 2 hrs per week
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    5
    Cause Areas:
    Environment & Sustainability, Seniors & Retirement
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Ability to interact professionally with all staff, clients, volunteers and community members.

    Description

    Garden Club

    Do you love gardening??Do you have an inner teacher trying to emerge that may be fun or educational that you would like to offer for seniors?

    BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Senior Friendship Centers is seeking friendly volunteers for our Sarasota location to initiate a gardening club.We would love to speak with you about the possibilities of offering new and engaging new opportunities for our members. We are expanding our course offering and welcome variety in these aereas.

    SCHEDULE: One hour classes with time and day of the week to be determined

    LOCATION: 1888 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL 34236

    REPORTS TO:Center Manager

    DUTIES:

    ·· Have enough materials ready for the size group you expect

    ·Greet all members

    ·Explain why you enjoy this activity and wanted to offer it to others

    ·Set up your rules for the task at hand

    ·Deliver the instructions in a clear and meaningful way

    ·Check for understanding

    ·Complete the project(s)

    ·Thank the group for attending

    ·Leave the classroom in a clean and orderly manner

    REQUIREMENTS:

    • Excellent interpersonal skills, especially when interacting with seniors.
    • Ability to interact professionally with all staff, clients, volunteers, and community partners.
    • Friendly, flexible, able to handle challenges, and able to work with limited supervision.
    • Must possess cultural awareness and sensitivity for all individuals and groups.

    Apply Today!

    • If you are interested, you can complete our online application here: https://www.volgistics.com/appform/1427629706
    • Or visit our website at FrienshipCenters.org - click on Support and then on Volunteer.
    • For questions contact volunteer@friendshipcenters.org or call 941-556-322.

    Location

    On-site
    1888 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, Florida, US

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