San Antonio, TX (October 2024) – The San Antonio Botanical Garden proudly joined by Hannah Roberts Packard as its first-ever Chief Development Officer. With over 16 years’ of experience contributing to the success of mission-driven organizations, Roberts Packard is seasoned in illuminating the talents and passions of people to foster cultures of philanthropy and growth.
Roberts Packard joins the Garden following nearly eight years at The University of Texas at Austin, where she most recently led the Foundation Relations team as Senior Director. Her leadership style emphasizes collaboration and innovation, making her the ideal fit for the Garden’s mission of enriching lives through plants and nature.
Previously, she contributed to the University of Texas Libraries as Chief Development Officer, where she played a pivotal role in building special collections and expanding access to rare materials and information. Her career began with Big Medium, a prominent visual arts nonprofit in Austin, Texas, renowned for the Austin Studio Tour and Texas Biennial. At Big Medium, she contributed to the establishment of the organization’s development program.
Katherine Trumble, President & CEO of the San Antonio Botanical Garden, expressed her excitement for Roberts Packards’ arrival, stating, “Hannah brings a wealth of experience and a deep passion for connecting people with meaningful opportunities to support causes they care about. Her expertise in creating sustainable fundraising strategies will be invaluable as we continue to grow our initiatives and strengthen our community impact.
As the Garden’s Chief Development Officer, Roberts-Packard will lead the Garden, guiding the membership program, corporate and foundation relations, event production, and campaign development efforts. She will also be pivotal in advancing the Garden’s Garden for All initiative, designed to enhance accessibility and inclusion for all visitors, including those in underserved communities.
Reflecting on her new role, Roberts Packard shared, “The San Antonio Botanical Garden holds a special place in my heart and my family’s life as a sanctuary of peace, inspiration, and learning. It is an incredible honor to step into the role of Chief Development Officer, where I look forward to fostering the passion and commitment of those who cherish and invest in this extraordinary space. Together, we will continue to grow and elevate this vibrant, interactive garden for all to enjoy.”
The San Antonio Botanical Garden is excited to welcome Hannah Roberts-Packard and looks forward to her leadership in fostering new partnerships, elevating philanthropic support, and driving future growth for the Garden. Read Hannah Robert Packard’s full bio here.
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About the San Antonio Botanical Garden
The mission of the San Antonio Botanical Garden is enriching lives through plants and nature. The San Antonio Botanical Garden features 38
acres of nature spaces located deep in the heart of San Antonio. Daily admission to the San Antonio Botanical Garden is $18-22 adults; $16-20
military; $13-15 children aged 3-13; $3 Museums for All (with SNAP or WIC EBT card and valid ID). San Antonio Botanical Garden is located at 555
Funston Place at North New Braunfels. Limited free on-site parking is available. The Garden is open year-round except Thanksgiving, Christmas,
and New Year’s Day. For more information, visit sabot.org or call 210.536.1400.
