Community Involvement

Why We Do What We Do
Gainesville Garden Club Members are proud to be involved in and support many activities both at our Club and around our community to help create a heritage for the future. Projects vary for each Circle during the year and the lists below includes many of our past and present efforts.
Past Community Projects
Altrusa House
Babers Park
Butterfly Sanctuary at Garden Center
Dudley Farms
Duval Community Garden
Elk's (BPOE) Children's Therapy
Gainesville Opportunity Center
Girl Scouts
Hidden Oaks Elementary School Butterfly Garden
Hope Lodge
Hospice House
Joyce House
Loften Center
Matheson Historical Center Gardens
Morningside Nature Park - Heirloom Garden
Peaceful Paths
Prayer Garden at Tacachale
Spring Promenade - Cosponsor
Toys for Tots
UF Veterinary Hospital
Veteran's Honor Center
VISTA Rehabilitation Center
Williams Elementary
General Community Efforts
Adopting Landscaping/Gardening Spots in the Community
Anti-Litter Campaigns
Arbor Day Tree Plantings
Civic Beautification
Creative Workshops
Floral Design Classes
Floral Design Demonstrations & Workshops
Flowers Shows
Plant Distribution (Free Plants)
Roadside Beautification
Scholarships
Tours to Various Gardens
Community Outreach
Fun with Flowers
UF Gator Parade
Yard of the Month Gainesville