Bartlett Arboretum > Sustain > OverviewPrayer of Thanksgiving
Victory for us means relentless dedication, a commitment to service, and overcoming adversity:
When we tend a garden, tend a tree, tend a friend,
When our AmeriCorps is defunded, but our patrons rally to defend,
When the great blessing of rain pours down in the nick of time,
When months of hard labor yield a humbling harvest,
When folks simply show up as stewards for the earth and for one another
—these we count as victories.
We believe that victory comes through a gift of the spirit: faith.
Faith that the seed will sprout, that the people will come, and that you will continue to support our heartfelt purpose.
In this season of unexpected victories, when our hearts are gladdened by the blessings bestowed upon us, we are grateful - beyond measure - for your belief in us and our work at Bartlett Arboretum.
Curious? Here’s how you can help.
Each year during the holidays, we send prayer flags into the world - ever hopeful. (Email us if you'd like one.) These inspire patrons to make a tax-deductible gifts to our 501(c) charitable fund - Bartlett Arboretum Society. Your contribution puts sap in our veins and keeps our roots growing deep. This endowment will see that the arboretum is sustained into a new century.
In addition, we proudly continue our association with The Legacy Regional Community Foundation in Winfield, Kansas - our long-standing, loyal fiduciary agent.
Proudly listed on the National Registry of Historic Places, Bartlett Arboretum continues to maintain and improve - thanks to the sustaining efforts of dozens of resourceful enthusiasts.
A small but devoted army of volunteers, the Soil Sisters and Brothers, tackle much of the gardening, design and maintenance.
Tree House Concert Sponsors help keep our music series alive – now for eight years.
Arb Angels are businesses, artisans and patrons who have given both in-kind and with gracious financial support, time and talents.
