Honoring our Volunteer of the Year

Lena Wegner shares her dedication, passion, and service to her community and has been named the City’s Volunteer of the Year.

As a founding member of the Sammamish Botanical Garden Society, Lena has been instrumental in shaping the vision and success of the Heritage Garden at Big Rock Park Central. Over the past five years, her unwavering commitment has helped transform this garden into the beautiful and thriving space it is today.

Beyond her hands-on work in the garden, Lena has also provided legal guidance during the Society’s early years and continues to serve on the board of directors.

Her leadership, perseverance, and selfless devotion to community service make her a true inspiration to all. Her tireless efforts have left a lasting impact, not just on the garden she has nurtured but on the hearts of those who have worked alongside her.