Volunteer Opportunities

There are plenty of opportunities to volunteer in the garden.

• Assist when students utilize the garden as an outdoor classroom, at a special event or during a craft workshop
  Deliver food to senior citizen housing complex during the summer months

• Help maintain the garden - no experience necessary, volunteers needed spring, summer and/or fall seasons

• Committee work such as garden planning, event planning, helping with public relations

• Donate materials on our wish list (see district website for more information)

Please contact vvillegarden@gmail.com for more information.

Community and school groups can also schedule private garden time with a garden volunteer. Please contact vvillegarden@gmail.com for more information.

High School Students: Looking for community service hours to fulfill graduation requirement?

Blackbird Paradise school garden offers an opportunity for high school students to volunteer and earn hours toward the 15-hours of community service required for graduation. If interested, email vvillegarden@gmail.com or contact Bri McAlevey at 768-2122 or Vickie Hesselbacher at 765-5610.

Outdoor Service Opportunities

Opportunity to earn volunteer hours in Blackbird Paradise Garden at the elementary school. Help with general upkeep, general gardening tasks (no experience necessary), or assist master gardeners with small group activities in the garden working with young children. Earn as many or as few credits as you wish or just lend a hand for fun. Volunteer opportunities are available early spring through fall harvest. If interested please contact: vvillegarden@gmail.com.