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Volunteering for Individuals
Join the Prairie Park Nature Center family! We need caring, active volunteers. Every act of service that you complete helps us reach our mission to educate the public about the natural world and promote environmental conservation. Volunteers must work a minimum of three hours per week. Volunteers will support nature center operations primarily by assisting with animal care. Volunteers may additionally assist with programs, special events, and other endeavors they may be interested in.
If you are interested in volunteering at Prairie Park Nature Center, please e-mail naturecenter@lawrenceks.org with a few sentences indicating your interest. Use the subject line “PROSPECTIVE VOLUNTEER.” We will send you a volunteer application. Volunteers must additionally fill out a waiver and undergo a background check.
Group/Corporate Volunteering
Let us know if you have a special project in mind! We’d be grateful to utilize your team’s time and talents to work towards a better nature center, and a greater impact in the community.
Call (785) 832-7980 for more information.
Donations
The Prairie Park Nature Center provides a range of educational programs and activities to promote environmental awareness and encourage responsible behavior towards nature. Your contribution can help Prairie Park in fulfilling its mission by providing resources for programs, caring for ambassador animals, creating interactive displays, maintaining nature trails, and more. By supporting the Prairie Park Nature Center, you can make a positive impact on the environment and inspire future generations to become stewards of nature.
Jobs
Prairie Park Nature Center is run by the City of Lawrence. Click below to learn about the application process and view open positions.