The following is a list of committees within the Friends of the New Hanover County Arboretum. You don’t have to be a member of the Board to be a committee member. However, the chair of each committee is a Board representative.
Executive Committee
Consists of the President, Vice-President, Secretary, and Treasurer, who meet as needed to plan the Board’s work and fulfill tasks assigned by the Board. They serve in an advisory capacity to the Finance and Governance Committees.
Finance Committee
Maintains a clear view of The Friends' finances, tracks profit and loss by committee or project, and leads the formulation of the annual budget with input from various committee chairs. The Treasurer chairs this committee.
Governance Committee
The Board Secretary oversees this committee, ensuring that the By-Laws reflect the goals of The Friends, recruiting board members, and providing orientation for new members. They also develop and present a slate of officers for the coming year.
Development Committee
Works closely with other committees to promote and fundraise for the Arboretum. They maintain a shared marketing calendar and develop strategies to increase awareness, attendance, and membership.
Other Ways You Can Help
There are several other committees where you can lend your time and talents:
- Fundraising Committee: Seeks contributions from donors and sponsors, develops fundraising ideas, and manages grant applications.
- Gift Shop Committee: Manages inventory, coordinates volunteers, and creates marketing promotions for the gift shop.
- Marketing/Advertising Committee: Ensures consistent marketing efforts and promotes the Arboretum and its events.
- Membership Committee: Manages membership drives and events, working to increase membership and update benefits.
- Special Events Committee: Promotes the Arboretum's Gardens for special events and works with the Marketing Committee on event promotion.
- Technology Committee: Oversees the website and social media platforms to increase the Arboretum's following.
If you're interested in serving or volunteering on one of these committees, you don’t have to be a board member to do so. Simply send an email to friendsofthenhcarboretum@gmail.com to let us know of your intention.