The Board of Directors are volunteers that manage that daily administrative functions of the gardens. The Board communicates information to garden members and coordinate volunteer events. Board members are also responsible for ensuring garden infrastructure is active and in place (eg. water hookups) as well as important garden resources, such as compost and mulch. The Board manages the garden sign up process and plot allocations. Board members are required to be members of the Whitehorse Community Gardens.
While knowledge of gardening is not required, an interest in gardening and maintaining a community growing space is necessary.
Attend monthly Board meetings to review the status of the garden and create action plans
Assist in coordinating volunteer activities and events
Coordinate with the City and community partners to ensure utilities are functioning, and essential garden items (such as compost, etc) are available to gardeners
Manage information requests and communicate important information to garden members
Assist in coordinating food donations to local organizations and garden donation programs
Provide guidance and help to gardeners, as needed
Approximately 3-4 hours per month during the garden season, and 1-2 hours per month in the off season. The gardening season runs from May to September, with a pre-season preparation period beginning in March.
In addition to the sense of fulfillment from helping address food insecurity in our city, Board activities are counted towards the volunteer hour requirement each gardening season. This is a great opportunity for someone looking for an introduction to being on a Board of Directors and taking on specific roles in a volunteer organization.
