Summary
Organization name
Fort Worth Botanic Garden
Causes
Environment & Conservation
Operating Budget
$10,000,000 or more
Counties Served
Tarrant
BIPOC Leadership
Neither/None
Address
1700 University DriveFort Worth, TX 76107
Nestled in Fort Worth's vibrant Cultural District, the Fort Worth Botanic Garden holds the distinction of being Texas's oldest public botanic garden—a 120-acre oasis just two miles west of downtown that invites guests to discover world-class botanical treasures spanning continents and cultures.
Explore 23 specialty gardens, managed natural areas, and collections greenhouses that weave together stories of distant lands and local heritage. The historic Rose Garden creates a tapestry of color and fragrance, while the tranquil Japanese Garden transports guests to a world of peaceful beauty. From intimate specialty collections to expansive natural landscapes, each distinct area offers its own botanical narrative.
Beyond its stunning displays, the Garden also serves as a hub for discovery and learning. Families and adults engage with nature through educational programs, while groundbreaking research unfolds through the Botanical Research Institute of Texas (BRIT®). The BRIT Philecology Herbarium houses nearly 1.5 million plant specimens—ranking among the largest herbaria in the United States—while the BRIT Research Library's nearly 125,000 volumes represent a world-class repository of plant science knowledge. BRIT Press publishes scholarly books and the peer-reviewed journal JBRIT, contributing vital research to the global scientific community.
Whether you're seeking peaceful contemplation among exotic blooms, educational adventure with the family, or insight into cutting-edge botanical research, the Fort Worth Botanic Garden offers an extraordinary experience where natural beauty meets scientific discovery.
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Mission
We explore the critically important world of plants, collaborate to discover the role they play in our cultural and natural environments, and engage people to conserve nature and improve the human experience.
Needs
In the heart of Fort Worth, something extraordinary blooms every single day. The Fort Worth Botanic Garden isn't just a collection of plants—it's a sanctuary where nature's miracles unfold, where children discover wonder, where groundbreaking research protects endangered species, and where our community finds peace.
When you give to the Fort Worth Botanic Garden, you're preserving irreplaceable beauty for millions of visitors, protecting endangered Texas plants, nurturing young minds with hands-on environmental education, and strengthening our community by maintaining this world-class cultural institution. Whether you choose to make a donation of any amount, become a member with year-round benefits, or volunteer your time, you become part of something larger than yourself—a community that refuses to let beauty disappear and believes connecting with nature is essential to the human spirit.
Your support means everything to us. As a 501(c)(3) organization in good standing, your contribution is fully tax-deductible, but the real return is immeasurable— it's measured in children's laughter echoing through our gardens, rare species saved from extinction, and countless moments of wonder that only nature can provide. Please make your special gift today through North Texas Giving Day and help ensure the Fort Worth Botanic Garden remains a living jewel in our community for generations to come. Thank you for believing in the power of gardens to transform lives and choosing to support something truly extraordinary.
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Organization Data
Fort Worth, TX 76107