RBG Support groups

Director's Circle

Director's Circle donors are encouraged to become involved in future plans and developments at the RBG. Donations are unrestricted: a proportion is invested in the Royal Botanic Gardens Foundation Victoria to ensure the conservation and development of the Gardens for the enjoyment of future generations. The remainder is used at the Director's discretion for high priority projects such as biodiversity research, water conservation and plant collections.

Friends of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Melbourne Inc.

The Friends of the Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne Inc. provides support for RBG Melbourne by offering the services of dedicated volunteers and providing financial contributions to selected projects. Many interesting activities are held for members and substantial funds are raised through the Growing Friends, Botanical Illustrators and other activities

For enquiries contact the Friends of the Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne Inc: Gate Lodge, 100 Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne, Victoria Australia 3004. Telephone +61 3 9650 6398. Facsimile +61 3 9650 7723.

Friends of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Cranbourne Inc.

The Friends of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Cranbourne Inc. supports RBG Cranbourne in many ways, including the funding of equipment and resources, assistance in events such as BushFest and the launch of Arbor Week. Horticultural and nature related public lectures are also held. The RBG Cranbourne Growing Friends raise substantial funds from the sale of native plants.

For enquiries contact the Friends of the Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne: Ms Helen Kennedy. c/o Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne. 1000 Ballarto Road, Cranbourne Victoria Australia 3977. Telephone +61 3 5990 2200. Facsimile +61 3 5990 2250.

Plant Craft Cottage Group Inc.

The Plant Craft Cottage located at the Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne provides another opportunity to get involved with the Gardens.

Volunteering

The Royal Botanic Gardens has a large number of generous volunteers, donating their time and energy to help our Gardens grow. Visit the volunteering page on our website for more information.