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Thank you for helping us cultivate beauty, knowledge, and community for generations to come. Your support makes a monumental difference!

WAYS TO GIVE

From the breathtaking beauty of our 175-acre garden in every season to our award-winning horticulture displays, hands-on educational programs for all ages, and vital plant science and conservation efforts, everything we grow and share at Norfolk Botanical Garden is made possible by supporters like you.

Be a part of a legacy that celebrates nature, inspires learning, and nurtures one of Virginia’s most treasured green spaces.

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Norfolk Botanical Garden is an accredited museum and 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to connecting people to nature. Your support brings our mission to life — to Immerse visitors in a world of beauty, Lead through Environmental Action, Inspire through education and connection to nature.

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The Cultivators

The Cultivators is a community of supporters creating something bigger than any one donation could accomplish. With a monthly gift of $10 or more, you can make a lasting difference all year long.

Planting begins the story. The Cultivators make it flourish.

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Garden Patron Program

More than members, Garden Patrons represent a growing community dedicated to sustaining all the Garden’s programs through annual gifts that include a Garden Family & Friends+ Membership!

Day of Nature Program

Children should not have limited access to nature due to economic barriers. The “A Day of Nature” scholarship fund supports the Garden’s mission to inspire through environmental education. Your gift creates meaningful connections to nature and increases Garden access to students across Hampton Roads.

Adopt a Butterfly

The Summer Butterfly House is home to thousands of butterflies and caterpillars, thanks to Butterfly Adopters. Your generous gift helps visitors create a deeper connection to nature through their experience with native butterflies, and learning about their host plants and life cycle.

Corporate Giving

Go beyond brand recognition and play a vital role in connecting thousands of visitors each year with the beauty, education, and inspiration the Garden provides while demonstrating a meaningful commitment to the community.

Garden of Tomorrow

The Garden of Tomorrow is here! The newest and largest addition to the Garden brings together nature, art, innovation, and sustainability. We need your help to make sure it continues to represent the future of Norfolk Botanical Garden!

Memorial and Honorarium Gifts

Whether remembering a loved one or honoring someone special, the Garden has many tribute gift opportunities. Leave a legacy that will be appreciated for generations to come!

Planned Giving

Your legacy grows at Norfolk Botanical Garden when you become a part of the Evergreen Society! Planned gifts through the Evergreen Society creates sustainability for the future of the Garden.

Want to learn more? Reach out to Director of Development and Grants, Leslie Van Horn, at leslie.vanhorn@nbgs.org or call 757-441-5830 extension 341.

Living Collections Circle

The Living Collections Circle is a community of visionary philanthropists who feel a personal and deep connection to the Garden. These annual leadership gifts provide the flexibility to address priority projects, maintain exceptional horticultural standards, and seize opportunities that strengthen the Garden’s future.

For more information, contact Chief Development Officer, Ashleigh Maggard at ashleigh.maggard@nbgs.org or call 757-441-5830 extension 319.