Million Orchid Project – Frequently Asked Questions

Can you help me identify an orchid?

Please check out our Ask Fairchild link!

How can I volunteer with this project?

Please email us at volunteer@fairchildgarden.org to see if we have available volunteer opportunities with our STEMLab bus or our Micropropagation lab. Opportunities vary in availability throughout the year.

I am a student or researcher interested in collaborating with Fairchild’s Orchid Conservation program, who can I contact?

Please email jdowning@fairchildgarden.org

Can a municipality, neighborhood/HOA, or other private organization participate in the Million Orchid Project?

Please email jdowning@fairchildgarden.org

Can I participate as a resident or homeowner?

Please visit our online plant sale to see our available restoration kits!

Can Elementary Schools (or teachers) participate? 

We currently offer participation through our Explorer Field Trip program, please specify that you are interested in participating in the Million Orchid Project when booking. Booking information can be found here. 

Can Middle Schools (or teachers) participate? 

We currently offer participation through our STEMLab program. Participation information can be found here.

Can High Schools (or teachers) participate? 

We currently offer participation through the Fairchild Challenge. Participation information can be found here.