Interested in learning more about conservation, ecological restoration, native plants, or environmental stewardship? The Nature Conservancy's Volunteer Stewardship Network (VSN) is offering scholarships for free classes at The Morton Arboretum this fall!
This opportunity is open to natural area volunteers, adult learners, and early-career conservation professionals connected to volunteer stewardship efforts. Students involved in ecological restoration, community gardens, conservation projects, or other environmental volunteer activities are encouraged to explore this opportunity.
What Classes Are Available?
Participants can choose from a variety of educational programs at The Morton Arboretum, including:
Conservation and natural area stewardship
Gardening and horticulture
Trees and nature
Nature art
Wellness in nature
Whether you're interested in developing practical restoration skills, learning more about local ecosystems, or exploring a new environmental interest, these classes offer opportunities to expand your knowledge beyond the classroom.
Scholarship Details
Cost: Free with scholarship funding
Number of Classes: Up to two classes per eligible participant
Eligibility: Volunteer Stewardship Network members, their partners, and individuals connected to natural area stewardship and conservation volunteer activities
Availability: Scholarships are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis while funding lasts.
How to Apply
Explore Classes: Browse The Morton Arboretum's adult learning programs to find classes that interest you.
Apply for a Scholarship: Complete the VSN Scholarship Application to receive a discount code.
Register for Classes: Return to The Morton Arboretum's website and register for your selected classes. Enter your discount code during checkout.
Act Quickly: Scholarship funding is limited. Receiving a discount code does not guarantee that funds will still be available when you register.
Each scholarship code may be used for a maximum of two classes and should not be shared.
Questions?
For questions about scholarship eligibility, contact The Nature Conservancy's Volunteer Stewardship Network at vsn@tnc.org.
For questions about classes or registration, contact The Morton Arboretum at education@mortonarb.org.
Don't miss this opportunity to gain new conservation skills, explore your environmental interests, and connect classroom learning with hands-on stewardship!
