Giving Societies
Botanical Gardens Giving Societies
Members of the Palm Dome Society and the Begonia Giving Society form the core of support that breathes life into the Botanical Gardens every day. Through their involvement and philanthropy, members are building the foundation for the Botanical Gardens future fiscal sustainability, ensuring that the Botanical Gardens is here for generations to come.
Enjoy an insider’s view of the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens by joining one of the Botanical Gardens Giving Societies.
Your annual tax-deductible gift of $500 or more will make you a partner with other committed individuals who are working together to support the Botanical Gardens programs that have an impact on over 125,000 visitors each year.
We are pleased to recognize the philanthropic investment of our Giving Society members with unique opportunities and privileges such as complementary membership, intimate behind-the-scenes tours with Gardens’ leadership, private previews to our exhibits, an invitation to our annual donor appreciation reception, and more!
Society Benefits
The highest giving levels are named for the variety of palms found in the Palm Dome at the Botanical Gardens –our central
and most majestic greenhouse.
Begonia Giving Society $500 - $999 |
Palm Dome Society Chocolate Level $1,000 - $2,499 |
Palm Dome Society Bamboo Level $2,500 - $4,999 |
Palm Dome Society Royal Level $5,000 - $9,999 |
Palm Dome Society Majesty Level $10,000 or more |
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Membership (level of your choice) | ![]() |
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Invitation to the annual Donor Reception |
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Name listed in the newsletter (optional) |
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10% discount in the Gift Shop | ![]() |
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Discounts on classes, events and birthday parties | ![]() |
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6 free one-time use guest passes to share with Family/Friends |
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Two free tickets to the award winning Lumagination Light Exhibit Launch Party |
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Personal docent-guided tour |
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Personal tour with a member of the Horticultural and/or Education Staff |
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Personal lunch and tour for two with the President/CEO |
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Opportunity to host a private event at the Botanical Gardens for up to 25 guests (catering not included) |
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For more information on becoming a member of this special group, please call the Development Department at (716) 827-1584 ext. 203 or email Brittany Zandi at bzandi@buffalogardens.com
Palm Dome Society
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Mr. and Mrs. Wayne and Corrine Arcangel
Mr. and Mrs. Clement Arrison
Mr. Charles Balbach
Ms. Melissa T. Balbach
Dr. John L. Butsch
Ms. Diane J. Chrisman
Mr. and Mrs. Frederick B. Cohen
Mr. and Mrs. David Colligan
Ms. Paulette Crooke
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph DiDomenico, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. John* and Barbara Drenning
Dr. and Mrs. Richard Dulski
Mr. Ronald L. Frank and Ms. Anne Schneider
Mrs. Maria Gerbracht
Ms. Erin Grajek
Mr. Peter J. Heffley
Mr. and Mrs. Ted Johnson
Mr. and Mrs. Robert J. Kresse and Mary Ann Kresse, Esq.
Dr. Steven Lakomy and Ms. Cheryl Lyles
Ms. Barbara Mellerski-Farkas
Mr. Robert Thill
Ms. Elizabeth Moll
Mrs. Michē Needham
Ms. Sue Nelson
Mrs. Ellen E. Neumaier
Ms. Sharon Osgood, Esq.
Mr. and Mrs. Carl and Cathy Paladino
Mr. and Mrs. Richard C. Penfold
Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Robinson
Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Savarino
Dr. Claire S. Schen and Dr. Gregory Cherr
Dr. Steven Spaulding and Dr. Monica Spaulding
Ms. Susan Seibel
Siebel Family Foundation
Mr. and Mrs. David J. Swarts
Mr. Stan Swisher
Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Urlaub
Begonia Society
Mr. Christopher Beale
Mrs. Sue Buyer
Mr. and Mrs. George Cameron
Mr. and Mrs. James and Patricia Connolly
Mr. Curtis M. Crandall
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph DelVecchio
Mr. William D. Iverson
Mr. and Mrs. Fred F. Kurtz
Ms. Joanna Langerak
Ms. Donna Ludwig
Mr. and Mrs. Gary and Sue Maas
Mr. and Mrs. E. Dennis McCarthy
Mr. and Mrs. Edward C. Northwood
Mr. Ted Pietrzak and Ms. Marlene Longdon
Mr. and Mrs. Augustine Pingitore
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Priselac
Ms. M. Virginia Procter
Ms. Kristin W. Somers
Mrs. Janice Sufrin
Dr. and Mrs. Thomas B. Tomasi
*Deceased
+List indicates donations to Operations 1.1.2019 through 3.10.2020
Funding
The Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens Society, Inc. is supported in part by public funds from the County of Erie; City of Buffalo; New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation; and our members and friends.
