The Idaho Botanical Garden is a private, non-profit corporation existing without state or federal funding. The garden is completely dependent on tax-deductible contributions from community-minded citizens, corporations, foundations, and site rental.

The Mission of the Idaho Botanical Garden is to provide a full garden experience for all ages that enhances community quality of life through plant collections, our education programs, and our entertainment, cultural and community events.

Located in Boise’s Old Penitentiary Historic District, the Idaho Botanical Garden is dedicated to enhancing our community’s quality of life through fostering a love of nature and developing intellectual curiosity in people of all ages. Originally the site of the tree nursery and grounds of the State Penitentiary, the Garden is a living museum.

Jennifer Parks (Dunmire) serves as the Development Director at Idaho Botanical Garden since May 2007, where responsibilities include overseeing development and fundraising initiatives, managing donor relations, and supervising the Membership Relations Manager. Jennifer also volunteered as the Marketing Committee Chair for the Idaho Women's Charitable Foundation from June 2019 to June 2023, directing the promotion of the organization's mission and activities. Previous experience includes a role as an Interpreter at the Old Idaho State Penitentiary from October 2007 to July 2009, providing historical tours and clerical support. Jennifer holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication/English from Boise State University, obtained in 2009.