Become a Volunteer!

Your pay comes in smiles

When you join our group of 100+ volunteers, you will notice how everyone walks around with a smile. It’s pretty easy when you look around at all the visitors who have gathered to see the manatees. The joy you get from sharing your knowledge and enthusiasm for nature is priceless. Your paycheck goes home in your heart.

Discover the Treasure Coast

Through our training program we help you shine! Become one of the jewels of the Treasure Coast as you combine your interests with our education. Take the time to complete our certified Naturalist program!

We need YOU!

Manatee Center volunteers range in age from 14 to 80+. They are students, homemakers, full time professionals, and retirees. ALL play an important and vital role by sharing their talents and interests.

All it takes is 3 1/2 hours a week

We have flexible hours for you to volunteer your time. Our shifts are scheduled from:

  • 10:00am – 1:30pm Tuesday – Saturday
  • 1:30pm – 5:00pm Tuesday – Saturday
  • 12:00pm – 4:00pm Sunday

 


What are some of the benefits that our Manatee Center volunteers receive?
  • 20% Vanishing Mermaid Gift Shop Discount
  • Free Membership to the Manatee Center
  • Bi-Monthly Newsletter
  • Numerous Educational Programs & Training
  • Summer Shindig Party
  • Trips to several wildlife refuges and natural areas in the state
  • Holiday Luncheon
  • Top 10 volunteer quarterly awards
  • Annual Volunteer Appreciation Banquet

Lots of new friends

Lots of appreciation

Lots of respect


Continue on to the next page to discover exciting opportunities!