Needs From: HandsOn New Orleans

Volunteer: Grounds Krewe - Sustainable Mardi Gras

Come help us build a more sustainable Mardi Gras by crafting some of our latest sustainable Mardi Gras throw alternatives! If you've ever wanted to get involved with our mission to create a more sustainable NOLA event culture, this is it! Stop by anytime in the four hour window to learn more about our mission and help us make it a reality.

Agency: Grounds Krewe

Come help us build a more sustainable Mardi Gras by crafting some of our latest sustainable Mardi Gras throw alternatives! If you've ever wanted to get involved with our mission to create a more sustainable NOLA event culture, this is it! Stop by anytime in the four hour window to learn more about our mission and help us make it a reality.

Agency: Grounds Krewe

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 70115

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: 4th Saturday Food Forest Volunteer

4TH Saturday, except specified months

April 26June 28July 26August 23September 27October 18*November 15*December 20*

We welcome students in need of community service hours, adjudicated community service volunteers and members of the community simply looking to get involved. Volunteers with the following charges (past or present) are not eligible to complete their hours at The Broadmoor Improvement Association: theft of any kind, sexual assault or misconduct of any kind, or violent crime of any kind.


Please do not come if you are feeling ill or have a fever, or if you have been around someone who is ill. 


Team Assignment: Broadmoor Food Forest


Reports to: Co Executive Director / Director of Programs

Purpose: Community Gardens Volunteers support the horticulture team to care for our outdoor garden space at  The Broadmoor Food Forest. 

Location: Broadmoor Food Forest (3730 Toledano St, New Orleans, LA, 70125)

Primary Responsibilities:

Seasonal planting

Pruning, Mulching, and weeding

Watering

General grounds maintenance

Distributing & removing beneficial biologicals (insects, mites, etc)



Qualifications:


Interest in care and maintenance of living collections

Cooperative nature, including the ability to accept instruction and correction

Ability to bend and lift up to 25 pounds

Comfort working outdoors

Experience with plant care is a plus, but not a requirement



Training Provided:


Introduction to role and responsibilities in person by Community Director

Intermittent feedback with Community Director




Time Commitment:

At least one shift per month

Recurring weekly schedule is preferred, but we welcome intermittent volunteering as well.

Agency: Broadmoor Improvement Association

4TH Saturday, except specified months

April 26June 28July 26August 23September 27October 18*November 15*December 20*

We welcome students in need of community service hours, adjudicated community service volunteers and members of the community simply looking to get involved. Volunteers with the following charges (past or present) are not eligible to complete their hours at The Broadmoor Improvement Association: theft of any kind, sexual assault or misconduct of any kind, or violent crime of any kind.


Please do not come if you are feeling ill or have a fever, or if you have been around someone who is ill. 


Team Assignment: Broadmoor Food Forest


Reports to: Co Executive Director / Director of Programs

Purpose: Community Gardens Volunteers support the horticulture team to care for our outdoor garden space at  The Broadmoor Food Forest. 

Location: Broadmoor Food Forest (3730 Toledano St, New Orleans, LA, 70125)

Primary Responsibilities:

Seasonal planting

Pruning, Mulching, and weeding

Watering

General grounds maintenance

Distributing & removing beneficial biologicals (insects, mites, etc)



Qualifications:


Interest in care and maintenance of living collections

Cooperative nature, including the ability to accept instruction and correction

Ability to bend and lift up to 25 pounds

Comfort working outdoors

Experience with plant care is a plus, but not a requirement



Training Provided:


Introduction to role and responsibilities in person by Community Director

Intermittent feedback with Community Director




Time Commitment:

At least one shift per month

Recurring weekly schedule is preferred, but we welcome intermittent volunteering as well.

Agency: Broadmoor Improvement Association

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 70125

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Volunteer Orientation - The Green Project

All prospective volunteers must attend Volunteer Orientation before beginning volunteer service at The Green Project. You may sign up for a volunteer shift scheduled directly after orientation.

The Volunteer Orientation will serve to:

Welcome New Volunteers Acquaint volunteers with The Green Project’s mission Tour The Green Project’s warehouse and facility  Go over Safety Protocols and Procedures Outline Role Expectations and Responsibilities

Volunteer Orientation Guidelines

 

Please bring your own mask; masks are a must!  Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older What to Wear and Bring: Wear clothes that can get dirty or paint stained Wear closed toed shoes Dress for the weather

 

Please do not come if you are feeling ill or have a fever, or if you have been around someone who is ill.

 

Agency: The Green Project

All prospective volunteers must attend Volunteer Orientation before beginning volunteer service at The Green Project. You may sign up for a volunteer shift scheduled directly after orientation.

The Volunteer Orientation will serve to:

Welcome New Volunteers Acquaint volunteers with The Green Project’s mission Tour The Green Project’s warehouse and facility  Go over Safety Protocols and Procedures Outline Role Expectations and Responsibilities

Volunteer Orientation Guidelines

 

Please bring your own mask; masks are a must!  Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older What to Wear and Bring: Wear clothes that can get dirty or paint stained Wear closed toed shoes Dress for the weather

 

Please do not come if you are feeling ill or have a fever, or if you have been around someone who is ill.

 

Agency: The Green Project

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 70117

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Community Saturday Volunteer – Broadmoor Improvement Association

Role Title: Community Saturday Volunteer

Location: Broadmoor Community Garden, New Orleans, LA

Time Commitment: Saturdays, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Overview:
Join us for a fun and family-friendly volunteer opportunity at the Broadmoor Community Garden! Help nurture our vibrant green spaces while connecting with your neighbors, enjoying refreshments, and grooving to upbeat music. This is a perfect activity for individuals, families, and children looking to make a difference in the community.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist with planting, weeding, watering, and general garden maintenance.Help set up and organize gardening tools and supplies.Support special garden projects like creating plant markers, composting, or prepping new garden beds.Collaborate with fellow volunteers to keep the garden beautiful and welcoming.Enjoy the lively atmosphere with refreshments and music while contributing.

Qualifications:

No prior gardening experience required—just a willingness to learn and get your hands dirty!Friendly, positive attitude and ability to engage with a team.Families with children are encouraged to join; there will be safe, engaging tasks for all ages.

Benefits:

Learn basic gardening techniques and gain hands-on experience.Connect with a diverse group of volunteers and community members.Enjoy complimentary snacks and beverages during your shift.Make a tangible impact in creating a beautiful, sustainable green space for the Broadmoor neighborhood.

What to Bring:

Comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes suitable for outdoor activities.Sunscreen, a hat, and a reusable water bottle (to stay hydrated and eco-friendly!).

Agency: Broadmoor Improvement Association

Role Title: Community Saturday Volunteer

Location: Broadmoor Community Garden, New Orleans, LA

Time Commitment: Saturdays, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Overview:
Join us for a fun and family-friendly volunteer opportunity at the Broadmoor Community Garden! Help nurture our vibrant green spaces while connecting with your neighbors, enjoying refreshments, and grooving to upbeat music. This is a perfect activity for individuals, families, and children looking to make a difference in the community.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist with planting, weeding, watering, and general garden maintenance.Help set up and organize gardening tools and supplies.Support special garden projects like creating plant markers, composting, or prepping new garden beds.Collaborate with fellow volunteers to keep the garden beautiful and welcoming.Enjoy the lively atmosphere with refreshments and music while contributing.

Qualifications:

No prior gardening experience required—just a willingness to learn and get your hands dirty!Friendly, positive attitude and ability to engage with a team.Families with children are encouraged to join; there will be safe, engaging tasks for all ages.

Benefits:

Learn basic gardening techniques and gain hands-on experience.Connect with a diverse group of volunteers and community members.Enjoy complimentary snacks and beverages during your shift.Make a tangible impact in creating a beautiful, sustainable green space for the Broadmoor neighborhood.

What to Bring:

Comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes suitable for outdoor activities.Sunscreen, a hat, and a reusable water bottle (to stay hydrated and eco-friendly!).

Agency: Broadmoor Improvement Association

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 70125

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Native Plant Nursery Care

Every Saturday morning you can help CGR care for 5,000+ native trees, shrubs, and grasses that are raised in the Native Plant Nursery before being planted in the wetlands surrounding New Orleans!

Annually, CGR plants and average of 5,000 trees and 30,000 plugs of marsh grass, as well as thousands of Louisiana Irises, shrubs, and understory pollinators in the wetlands surrounding New Orleans and across Southeast Louisiana. We do this to protect our communities from heavy industry and climate change related threats to our ecosystem, so residents of Southeast Louisiana can continue to survive and thrive here in perpetuity.

The nursery is a place for learning, sharing, and relaxing for volunteers, visitors, and neighbors in the Lower 9th Ward, where our headquarters are based. We aren't just caring for plants, we are also improving the space constantly for the enjoyment of all.

Common activities include weeding, potting, mulching, composting, and more! Come prepared with close-toed shoes, comfortable outdoor clothing, a reusable water bottle, and sun protection.

A water fountain is available on-site, and CGR provides gloves, bug spray, sun screen, and first aid for volunteers. Bathrooms are located 3 blocks away at the CGR Office, 1800 Deslonde St

Agency: Common Ground Relief

Every Saturday morning you can help CGR care for 5,000+ native trees, shrubs, and grasses that are raised in the Native Plant Nursery before being planted in the wetlands surrounding New Orleans!

Annually, CGR plants and average of 5,000 trees and 30,000 plugs of marsh grass, as well as thousands of Louisiana Irises, shrubs, and understory pollinators in the wetlands surrounding New Orleans and across Southeast Louisiana. We do this to protect our communities from heavy industry and climate change related threats to our ecosystem, so residents of Southeast Louisiana can continue to survive and thrive here in perpetuity.

The nursery is a place for learning, sharing, and relaxing for volunteers, visitors, and neighbors in the Lower 9th Ward, where our headquarters are based. We aren't just caring for plants, we are also improving the space constantly for the enjoyment of all.

Common activities include weeding, potting, mulching, composting, and more! Come prepared with close-toed shoes, comfortable outdoor clothing, a reusable water bottle, and sun protection.

A water fountain is available on-site, and CGR provides gloves, bug spray, sun screen, and first aid for volunteers. Bathrooms are located 3 blocks away at the CGR Office, 1800 Deslonde St

Agency: Common Ground Relief

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 70117

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Volunteer Shift - The Green Project

The Green Project is in need of volunteers to help with projects in their Salvage Store and Paint Recycling departments!

***Volunteers must attend Volunteer Orientation before volunteering for a shift. You may volunteer for a shift scheduled directly after an orientation. 

***If you are interested in volunteering as a group, please email volunteer@thegreenproject.org to schedule a volunteer day. Groups are scheduled at least two weeks in advance.

Volunteer Guidelines

Please bring your own mask; masks are a must!  Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older What to Wear and Bring: Wear clothes that can get dirty or paint stained Wear closed toed shoes Dress for the weather Bring a reusable water bottle (cold, filtered water provided) Bring snacks, especially if volunteering for 2+ hours Apply sunscreen and bug spray regularly (both provided, but we recommend bringing extra)

We welcome students in need of community service hours, adjudicated community service volunteers and members of the community simply looking to get involved. Volunteers with the following charges (past or present) are not eligible to complete their hours at The Green Project: theft of any kind, sexual assault or misconduct of any kind, or violent crime of any kind.

Please do not come if you are feeling ill or have a fever, or if you have been around someone who is ill. 

Agency: The Green Project

The Green Project is in need of volunteers to help with projects in their Salvage Store and Paint Recycling departments!

***Volunteers must attend Volunteer Orientation before volunteering for a shift. You may volunteer for a shift scheduled directly after an orientation. 

***If you are interested in volunteering as a group, please email volunteer@thegreenproject.org to schedule a volunteer day. Groups are scheduled at least two weeks in advance.

Volunteer Guidelines

Please bring your own mask; masks are a must!  Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older What to Wear and Bring: Wear clothes that can get dirty or paint stained Wear closed toed shoes Dress for the weather Bring a reusable water bottle (cold, filtered water provided) Bring snacks, especially if volunteering for 2+ hours Apply sunscreen and bug spray regularly (both provided, but we recommend bringing extra)

We welcome students in need of community service hours, adjudicated community service volunteers and members of the community simply looking to get involved. Volunteers with the following charges (past or present) are not eligible to complete their hours at The Green Project: theft of any kind, sexual assault or misconduct of any kind, or violent crime of any kind.

Please do not come if you are feeling ill or have a fever, or if you have been around someone who is ill. 

Agency: The Green Project

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 70117

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Gardeners Needed!

Gardeners are needed to support Mrs. Jennette Bell at the long lasting New Orleans institution, Garden on Mars.  Assist Le Chat Noir Theatrics in the beautification of our city's community gardens. Garden with renown Le Chat Noir Theatrics Horticulture specialists and learn tips and tricks on how to start your own fully sustainable garden in your home/backyard, all while supporting the needs of your community. Times are flexible. Let us know when you are available!

 

Visit the website at gardenonmars.org

Agency: Le Chat Noir Theatrics

Gardeners are needed to support Mrs. Jennette Bell at the long lasting New Orleans institution, Garden on Mars.  Assist Le Chat Noir Theatrics in the beautification of our city's community gardens. Garden with renown Le Chat Noir Theatrics Horticulture specialists and learn tips and tricks on how to start your own fully sustainable garden in your home/backyard, all while supporting the needs of your community. Times are flexible. Let us know when you are available!

 

Visit the website at gardenonmars.org

Agency: Le Chat Noir Theatrics

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 70117

Allow Groups: No