ways to get involved
make a donation
Your donations make a huge impact to grow our efforts. Our vision includes an education center and farm to protect these rare plants with your generous donations.
make a donation
Your donations make a huge impact to grow our efforts. Our vision includes an education center and farm to protect these rare plants with your generous donations.
share Seeds
Simply bring bulk seeds (or entire seed heads) in sealed containers to any Austin Public Library branch. Mark the container with the name of the plant, the date the seeds were collected and the words “For the Seed Library”. Drop them in the book drop or at the circulation desk.
Or bring seeds to a seed swap event. Click here to see if there’s one happening near you.
Mail native tree seeds to TreeFolks following these instructions.
Got other seeds or questions?
Volunteer
Here are some of the ways you can help:
Grant Writer
Commitment: 5 hours per month for 2 years
Some experience necessary. Research grants and organize a short and long-term schedule for applying for grants. Grow our organization with your eloquent writing and preserve our beloved Texas plants.
Purchase A Shirt!
Purchase a shirt from Tending Oaks Creative at Redbubble. 70% of profits are donated to Central Texas Seed Savers.