Volunteer

Help Keep QBG clean, green, and growing!

Make a difference. Be part of someplace special by volunteering at QBG.

Led by our knowledgeable staff, volunteers participate in a variety of activities—from seeding to weeding, or supporting our education and administration departments—while gaining new experience and skills. We welcome individuals, community organizations, corporations, as well as high school and college groups. We offer a pleasant work environment, friendly mentors, flexible scheduling, and the opportunity to be part of a special 39-acre urban oasis.

Community Volunteer Days

Registration available approximately one month prior to each event. For more information or to register, click on the corresponding event title below.

Compost Volunteer Days (Registration Open!)

Available Dates: Mondays, December through June, 9:30am – 12:30pm

Join the NYC Compost Project staff on our epic compost build days! Volunteers will experience a large-scale compost operation and get firsthand experience building a compost windrow. Volunteers will help empty bins of food scraps, remove contaminates, chop whole foods, and assist to maintain a clean space, all while having great conversations and a fun time. Tip: This is a recommended event to attend if you are also interested in becoming a Compost seasonal volunteer.

Horticulture Volunteer Days

Available Dates: Please check back in early spring for our 2021 dates.

Join our Horticulture staff for an engaging, educational event where you will learn gardening basics while working hands-on with our plants. Put your green thumb to good use in a variety of seasonal projects, including weeding, watering, pruning, planting, mulching, and more! Tip: This is a recommended event to attend if you are also interested in becoming a Horticulture seasonal volunteer.

PUBLIC PROGRAMS & FESTIVALS

We welcome individuals to register to help us set up, clean up, and run day of Public Programs and Festivals throughout the year. If you are interested in helping out at a program or festival, please email [email protected]. Volunteer placement may be limited based on event and not guaranteed, but we will always confirm prior to the event dates.

Available Dates: Please check back in early spring for our 2021 Public Program volunteer opportunities.

Long Term Intern & Volunteer Opportunities

Opportunities:

Spring Garden Discovery Guide– check back early spring for orientation registration date

Compost Seasonal Volunteer– recommended to attend a Compost Volunteer Day as an introduction to Garden and Staff

Horticulture Seasonal Volunteer– recommended to attend a Horticulture Volunteer Day as an introduction to Garden and Staff

Stay Up-To-Date

To stay up-to-date on new or upcoming volunteer opportunities, please CLICK HERE to complete a contact form. Completing this form does not guarantee volunteer placement, but will help us match you to the right opportunity.

Corporate Volunteer Opportunities

“Explore the Garden” Virtual Group Tour

To arrange for a separate private or corporate volunteer opportunity please email [email protected].