Volunteer

The Chapter Advisory Committee provides a forum for chapters to offer feedback on proposed Wild Ones policies, procedures and guidelines so that Wild Ones can learn from chapter experiences and better understand and respond to the impact that policy and procedural changes will have on chapters. The Committee is composed of current/former officers/board members (or selected member representatives) from chapters ranging in age, size and geographic reach.

The Finance Committee provides expertise in evaluating the budget, monitoring the organization’s financial activities, evaluating, and developing financial strategies that promote the organization’s maintenance and growth.

The Governance Committee supports the smooth functioning of the board of directors in accordance with the bylaws and requirements of Wild Ones 501(c)(3) status. This committee also ensures the board operates ethically and always in the best interest of the organization.

The Mission Committee looks at the organization as a whole and considers long-term development. The committee considers what Wild Ones was set up to do, where Wild Ones is now, determines where we want to get to, and maps out how to get there.

The Wild Lawyers Team is a group of volunteer legal advocates providing support to Wild Ones chapters and members across the country. These dedicated professionals help review contracts, interpret organizational policies, and provide guidance on advocacy and compliance issues that impact native landscaping efforts.

The Wild Lawyers are also an important resource for navigating local landscaping ordinances. From reviewing proposed city codes to advising members who’ve received a visit from the so-called “weed police,” their insights help protect and advance our mission.

Please note: While the Wild Lawyers provide guidance and support, they are not able to represent individuals or chapters in legal proceedings.

Seeds for Education Grant Application Reviewers independently read and score 25-30 digital Lorrie Otto Seeds for Education Grant Program applications from across the country.  The estimated time commitment to review applications is approximately. 15 hours (30 minutes per application) from late November to December. Judges are required to attend a training on the judging process in early November and be available via email to review the aggregated final results.

Be the voice of the native plant movement. Wild Ones is always looking for quality educational material for our Journal and Blog. You don’t have to be a professional writer and you don’t have to be a professional in the field of native plants and/or natural landscaping to have your work published in the Journal. We’re open to submissions from anyone who has something interesting to say on topics that relate to the Wild Ones mission and are of interest to our readers. All we ask is that you submit original material with no copyright restrictions, and that you present your material in a format we can use.

The Annual Photo Contest Committee  reviews the purpose and categories of the annual photo contest as well as assist in tasks including but not limited to native plant review of 600+ contest images as well as finding and managing judges. Work takes place virtually throughout the months July and August.

Native Plant Facebook Group Moderators engage in the private members-only Facebook group on a daily basis initiating and steering conversation, offering up advice and ensuring that members are following the community standards and rules.

Chapter Officer Facebook Group Moderators engage in the private Chapter Officer Facebook group on a daily basis initiating and steering conversation, offering up advice and ensuring that members are following the community standards and rules.