2012 – 2013 Capital Fundraising Campaign

Many naming opportunities are available for a variety of projects at the Gardens. Please inquire for more information.

THE ORCHID CONSERVATORY
$200,000

• To host the National Collection of Mexican Orchids for public display, resource
• conservation and scientific research (See the CNCMO Feasibility Study)

PROPAGATION NURSERY / WORKSHOP
$80,000

• Construct a state of the art plant propagation nursery with a belowground
• workshop and secure storage for materials/equipment
• Fulfill identified horticultural & maintenance needs while maximizing propagation and display areas

 2012 – 2013 Funding Priorities

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15 passenger van (used or new)
$15,000 – $25,000

• Educational eco-tours throughout west central Mexico
• Transportation for staff development opportunities
• Guest transportation for Garden events

Irrigation system, Entry to River Walk
$12,000

• Use available technology to irrigate as efficiently as possible
• Maximize time horticulturalists can dedicate to plant care

Irrigation system, Vanilla & Coffee Hills
$5,000

• Use available technology to irrigate as efficiently as possible
• Maximize time horticulturalists can dedicate to plant care

Cobblestone Finish to Dirt Parking Lot
$5,000

• Curb erosion and maintenance issues in upper parking lot
• Stripe the lot to maximize available space and simplify parking

Bathrooms at entrance & near river
$3,000

• One to be installed near the garden’s entrance
• One to be installed at a safe distance from the Rio Horcones
• Provide necessary conveniences for garden visitors
• Dispose of waste in a sanitary and environmentally responsible manner

Computers
$8,000

• New computers and software for Garden office use

Kitchen Remodel
$28,000

• Professional redesign of the Gardens’ kitchen to maximize available space
• Become more energy efficient
• Design to accommodate filming of Garden cooking classes

Executive Director
$24,000/yr (full time)

• Implements the strategic goals of the Gardens
• Provides leadership in line with the Garden’s mission
• Supports operation of the Board and its committees
• Coordinates communication between the Board & staff
• Oversees design, promotion, & delivery of Garden programs & services
• Recommends yearly budget for Board approval & prudently manages Garden resources within those guidelines & according to current laws and regulations
• Effectively manages the human resources of the Gardens according to personnel policies & procedures that conform to current law and regulations
• Assures that the Gardens and its mission, programs and services are presented in a positive manner locally, nationally, and abroad
• Oversees fundraising planning, implementation, records, and follow-up

Staff Biologist
$16,000/yr (full time)

• Responsible for identification, labeling, cataloging, and accessioning plants in the Gardens’ collections
• Reviews all Garden publications for technical accuracy
• Oversees and maintains records for all research at the Gardens and any research grants awarded to the Gardens including offsite as applicable
• Seeks funding for Garden research and other grant opportunities
• Shares the results of research and status of Garden collections with the public by teaching classes and workshops writing articles for the Garden’s newsletter

Education Coordinator
$14,000/yr (full time)

• Coordinates and helps guide all school tours at the Gardens
• Recruits, trains & supports volunteer docents and gardeners
• Manages volunteer projects
• Develops Gardens’ outreach program in the local community (esp. schools)
• Manages Gardens’ library and seeks donations of books and other resources
• Develops the Gardens’ online educational resources
• Runs the Garden’s Summer Camps
• Shares Membership Services Responsibilities with Events Coordinator

Events Coordinator
$14,000/yr (full time)

• Coordinates and promotes Garden classes, workshops, and events
• Updates the Gardens online social media sites on a daily basis
• Sends press releases to local and international media on a weekly basis
• Plans, budgets and sets up for events, then follows up with reporting
• Shares Membership Services Responsibilities with Events Coordinator

Webmaster & Technology Supporter
$6,000 (part time, 12 hrs/week)

• Updates Gardens’ website & Facebook accounts weekly (Spanish & English)
• Designs and posts the Garden’s monthly “Leaflet” newsletter
• Is available by phone and online for technical support to Garden staff
• Makes onsite visits to the Gardens as needed to troubleshoot, install, repair, or replace garden equipment and/or software
• Manages Gardens’ technology accounts
• Processes online financial transactions

Translator
$6,000 (part time, 20 hrs/week)

• Translates content for all garden publications including website, newsletter, press releases, social media ect., from Spanish to English or vica versa.
• Translates technical material such as botanical research
• Translates onsite during Garden events and classes

Staff Development at AMJB Conference
$4,000

• Allows up to 5 garden staff to attend the annual AMJB Conference (AMJB: Asociación Mexicana de Jardines Botánicos; Mexican Association of Botanical Gardens)
• Garden staff will participate in training opportunities to further the Garden
• Garden staff will build and cultivate important connections at botanical gardens throughout Mexico to help support the mission of the VBG

Staff Development at APGA Conference
$7,000

• Allows up to 4 garden staff to attend the annual APGA Conference (APGA: American Public Garden Association)
• Garden staff will participate in training opportunities to further the Garden
• Garden staff will build and cultivate important connections at botanical gardens throughout N. America to help support the mission of the VBG

* All prices in English translations of the Garden’s fundraising documents are estimated in US dollars. Construction projects include materials & installation. Salaries for staff include benefits. Staff development prices include conference fees, transportation, food, and lodging.