Autrey Mill is operated by the Autrey Mill Nature Preserve Association, Inc., a 501(c)3 non-profit corporation. Financial support is entirely from grants, donations, memberships, and program fees. And, as with all non-profits, there is never enough money. That's where volunteers fill in. Their skills and labor allow Autrey Mill to accomplish incredible feats on a tight budget.
With 46 acres of woodlands, trails, gardens, historic buildings, classes, events, collections of artifacts and oral histories, fundraising needs, etc. - the list of volunteer options is almost endless. But here are some areas where help is needed.
- Trail building and maintenance
- Nature & heritage education
- Garden upkeep
- General "handyman" work
- Experienced carpenters, electricians, plumbers, painters, engineers, architects, landscapers
- Fundraising ideas and events
- Greeters & docents
- Grant writing
- Marketing, graphic design & printing services
- Technical /computer assistance
- Special events organization and staffing
- Preservation and cataloging of historical items
- Oral history project
- Musicians, artists, and storytellers
- Office tasks
- "Grunt workers" of all ages
NCL (National Charity League) girls volunteer numerous hours helping with classes, summer camp, office work, and events.
Consider providing time as a Volunteer. The time spent will provide vital support to on-going operations while leaving you with the great feeling achieved from being a meaningful part of the community and its environmental and historic preservation. Please read our Volunteer Procedures for more information and contact info.
Some more volunteer ideas -
- Organize a Group or Corporate Service Day - Work on assigned projects and then picnic with your friends for team building.
- Come and help the North Fulton Master Gardeners the 3rd Wednesday each month (March - October)
- We welcome Community Service Workers and those needing Community Volunteer Hours.