Original paper cutting artwork by Sue Gettlin (Courtesy of The Woodlands).

The Woodlands Annual Benefit will be held on Thursday, June 12 and will be dedicated to the 10th Anniversary of the Grave Gardeners program. The benefit will feature food and drinks from local vendors and a silent auction, with the cemetery’s late spring beauty as the backdrop.

Often seen tending the “cradle graves” at The Woodlands, the Grave Gardeners are dedicated contributors to the historic cemetery and green space. Ten years ago, The Woodlands put out a call to help them garden some untended graves, and they were flooded with volunteers. The group became The Woodlands Grave Gardeners. Today, the program has grown to 160 volunteers gardening 250 adopted cradle graves, adding life and color to the grounds. The program has inspired historic cemeteries around the world.

Consider becoming a Benefit Sponsor and help raise $75,000 to support the operations, landscape, and programs that enable The Woodlands to thrive. By sponsoring the annual benefit, you will be recognized for your contribution at the event and in pre-event publicity. Attendees can connect with friends, colleagues, and make new acquaintances.

Become a benefit sponsor by making a donation online or by mailing a check.

About the Benefit:

When: Thursday, June 12 from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Where: The Woodlands, 4000 Woodland Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104

Registration: www.woodlandsphila.org/benefit

Sponsorships, Individual and Young Friend Tickets are available. If you have any questions, please contact info@woodlandsphila.org