The Oregon Garden is overseen by The Oregon Garden Foundation Board of Directors, which is composed of volunteers, and is recognized as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. The Oregon Garden Foundation is dedicated to the promotion and growth of The Oregon Garden. 

The Oregon Garden Foundation Board of Directors

  • Ken Hector – Board Chair – Former Mayor of Silverton
  • Mark Gummin – Secretary/Treasurer – Silverton Business Owner
  • Darcy Ruef – Chief Financial Officer, Al’s Garden & Home
  • Mary “Bunny” McNatt – Past Chair, Silverton Business Owner
  • Ken McVicker – Sales and Marketing Manager, Woodburn Nursery & Azaleas
  • Darin Rybloom – Director of Grocery Buying & Sales, Roth’s Fresh Markets
  • Kathleen Zaragoza – Garden Volunteer, City of Silverton