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Volunteer at Irvine

Regardless of your prior experience or interests, there is a place for your passion and talents at Irvine! We welcome volunteers of all backgrounds and abilities who want to share their love of the environment and education with their local community.

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Make A Donation

Your contribution enables us to deliver environmental education, provide care for our animal ambassadors, and steward Irvine’s forests, meadows, and wetlands. All donations of $65 and above include a one-year membership with associated benefits. There are many ways to give and all donations make an immediate impact on our organization’s work to create greater access to nature.

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Become A Member

Irvine’s members are the cornerstone of our organization. Membership supports the meaningful work of our educators and naturalists, plus offers many benefits. An Irvine membership provides your household with free, year-round admission, program discounts, and reciprocal benefits to other nature centers.

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Attend a Program

At Irvine Nature Center, we believe that learning and play go hand-in-hand. With over 100 nature programs annually, for all ages, you are bound to discover something new and have fun. Plus, when you participate in one of Irvine’s education programs, you are supporting our mission.

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“Visited once, came home and became members.” – New Irvine Member

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