Opening Nature’s Doors

How Flamingo Gardens’ Community Access Days Program Connects More People with Nature.

Opening Nature’s Doors
Nature has the power to heal, inspire, and bring people together. At Flamingo Gardens, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to experience that connection, regardless of their circumstances.

Through our Community Access Days Program, we partner with Broward County nonprofit organizations to provide complimentary visits for individuals and families who may otherwise face barriers to enjoying our 60-acre botanical gardens and Everglades Wildlife Sanctuary.

Designed Around Your Organization
No two organizations serve their communities in exactly the same way, which is why every Community Access Day is tailored to meet your group’s needs.

Whether you’re planning a relaxing day immersed in nature, an educational wildlife experience, an indoor gathering or meeting space, or accessibility accommodations for your participants, our team will work with you to create a welcoming and memorable experience.

Creating Connections Through Nature
Our guests don’t simply visit Flamingo Gardens—they engage with it.

They experience butterflies up close, meet Florida wildlife ambassadors, explore native habitats, and discover that nature can be enjoyed through every sense.

For organizations serving individuals with visual impairments and other disabilities, these experiences become especially meaningful through guided interpretation, tactile learning opportunities, and personal interactions.

Who Can Apply?
Applications are welcome from Broward County nonprofit organizations serving vulnerable and underserved populations, including:

  • Children and adults with disabilities
  • Low-income families
  • Seniors
  • At-risk youth
  • Veterans
  • First responders
  • Individuals facing illness
  • Caregivers
  • Others who benefit from inclusive recreational and educational opportunities

Apply Today!
Each year, Flamingo Gardens welcomes up to 12 nonprofit organizations through the Community Access Days Program.

Applications are reviewed throughout the year and should be submitted at least 60 days before your preferred visit date.

If your organization is interested in bringing the people you serve to experience the healing power of nature, we’d love to hear from you.

For more information or to request an application, please contact:

Lencia Crockett
[email protected]

At Flamingo Gardens, conservation isn’t just about protecting wildlife and plants—it’s about ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to experience the beauty, wonder, and restorative power of the natural world.

Preserve. Protect. Educate.

Your Guide To Unique Holiday Gift Giving

As the holidays approach, we hear more and more about the experience-based and personalized gifts trends- the gifts that keep giving. Flamingo Gardens has these types of unique options of gift giving to thrill everyone on your list.

The Gift that Keeps on Giving – A Gift of Membership is a gift of a year filled with experiences. Flamingo Gardens’ doors are open to your gift recipient every day (except Thanksgiving and Christmas) a year at no cost. They can enjoy a leisurely day at the gardens, ride the narrated tram to our back acreage, have close up visits with 550+ wildlife, stroll through lush, natural gardens, and take a tour of the Historic Wray Home and The Gallery to see the latest exhibit.

Your gift membership recipient will be able to attend our spectacular daytime events as well with their member pass, including Flamingo Fest, Harvest Festival, Concerts in the Gardens Series, Flamingo Gardens Orchid Society Show, Exotic Plant Festival, and our summer exhibit in the gardens.

Members receive 20% discount on tickets for accompanying guests, free or discounted entry at reciprocal gardens and attractions, and 10% discounts on purchases at our Gift Shop and Food Services. Members receive an additional 10% off at Gift Shop and Food Services during the month of December.

Pick Up Something Special in our Gift Shop! Browse Flamingo Gardens’ Gift Shop for other unique gift ideas like puzzles, books, toys, stuffed animals, jewelry, home goods, and ornaments. Open daily 9:30am to 5pm.

Learn more and purchase Gift Memberships at https://flamingogardens.org/membership/.  

Need help? Contact [email protected] or call 954-473-2955.

Tribute Gift Tree Plaques make thoughtful gifts to celebrate the lives of those who have held a special place in their hearts for Flamingo Gardens. Make a tribute donation to honor a loved one, pay tribute to a friend, or simply mark a special occasion. Tree plaques are available with a minimum $500 donation. It typically takes 4-6 weeks for plaques to be installed. The gift of a Tribute Plaque includes a 1-Year Membership (up to Family Level).

For more information or to order your plaque, visit https://flamingogardens.org/donate-flamingo-gardens and go to the “Tribute Gifts” section.

Please note that Champion trees and other distinctive trees are not available at the $500 price. To find out what trees are available, please email [email protected] or call 954-473-2955.

Food & Wine Benefit Tickets are a perfect gift for those on your list who like to step out in style. Our 10th Annual Benefit, A Party in Pink, will take place at Flamingo Gardens as the last pink streaks of sunset give way to the glow of the full moon and pink twinkle lights. Guests will be tickled pink over tastings of appetizers, main dishes, and desserts, paired with wine and craft beer tastings.  Enjoy captivating live music, visits from favorite Animal Ambassadors, and exciting live and silent auctions.

Tickets are $125 for members, $150 for nonmembers, and a table of ten is $1,250.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit https://flamingogardens.org/events-calendar/a-party-in-pink-10th-annual-food-wine-benefit.

Animal Adoption Certificates for your animal lover friends! Your gift recipient will become a wildlife guardian at Flamingo Gardens with your donation of $50. Adoption Program is a symbolic adoption of one of our wildlife species. The recipient will receive a personalized adoption certificate, fact sheet about the chosen adopted wildlife species, and two free passes to Flamingo Gardens.

To make a donation for an Animal Adoption, visit https://flamingogardens.org/donate-flamingo-gardens/ and click on “Adopt an Animal.”