Get Involved
How You Can Help
Support the Botanical Gardens' Mission
Show your support for the Gardens by visiting, volunteering, attending events, purchasing a membership or donating.
VOLUNTEER
The USF Botanical Gardens values and appreciates anyone who can offer a helping hand. If you are in need of service hours or just want to get out and do some good in your community, start volunteering with us, please fill out the volunteer form below. You can either email this form to the Gardens staff or drop it off at the plant shop, and a staff member will reach out to you.
Parental permission required in prior to approval of any volunteer under the age of 18.
RESEARCH OR CLASS REQUEST
The University of South Florida is dedicated to fostering a culture of research
excellence and innovation. To that end, we invite faculty, students, and staff to
submit research requests that align with our mission of furthering research and advancing
scientific pursuits. Whether you are seeking funding for a new project, access to
specialized equipment or facilities, or collaboration opportunities with our world-class
scholars, our research request form is designed to help you achieve your goals. Our
team of staff is committed to supporting your research needs and helping you make
a positive impact in your field. Submit your research request today and let us help
you start your project.
Forest Preserve
The Forest Preserve is currently only in use for USF classes and research and is not yet open to the general public. The Forest Preserve is located north of Fletcher Avenue beyond the southeastern corner of the USF main campus in Tampa.
VOLUNTEER
The USF Forest Preserve is closed to the public, but does host a volunteer Burn Team comprised of USF students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Reach out to the ECORE System staff for more information!
RESEARCH OR CLASS REQUEST
The University of South Florida is dedicated to fostering a culture of research
excellence and innovation. To that end, we invite faculty, students, and staff to
submit research requests that align with our mission of furthering research and advancing
scientific pursuits. Whether you are seeking funding for a new project, access to
specialized equipment or facilities, or collaboration opportunities with our world-class
scholars, our research request form is designed to help you achieve your goals. Our
team of staff is committed to supporting your research needs and helping you make
a positive impact in your field. Submit your research request today and let us help
you start your project.