Volunteer Project List

Project Wingspan is an initiative supported by a grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Federation. It is administered by the non-profit Pollinator Partnership, which is leading a coalition of partners in an effort to enhance land across the Midwest to support our imperiled pollinators – especially monarch butterflies and rusty patched bumblebee. And you can help us make a difference!

All seed that is collected will be shipped to the main nursery with Pollinator Partnership where it will be processed (cleaned and sorted) and distributed to predetermined conservation areas to help these pollinators survive. Volunteers under 16 years old must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

A Weed Wrangle is a one-day volunteer effort to remove invasive plant species from our public parks and green spaces. Join us as we work to eradicate invasive plants from Hamilton County! During the fall, we’ll be at different parks working to remove plants like Bradford pear, bush honeysuckle, burning bush, and autumn olive. Feel free to join for one, two, or all of these awesome opportunities! Volunteers under 16 years old must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

Project Wingspan is an initiative supported by a grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Federation. It is administered by the non-profit Pollinator Partnership, which is leading a coalition of partners in an effort to enhance land across the Midwest to support our imperiled pollinators – especially monarch butterflies and rusty patched bumblebee. And you can help us make a difference!

All seed that is collected will be shipped to the main nursery with Pollinator Partnership where it will be processed (cleaned and sorted) and distributed to predetermined conservation areas to help these pollinators survive. Volunteers under 16 years old must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

Project Wingspan is an initiative supported by a grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Federation. It is administered by the non-profit Pollinator Partnership, which is leading a coalition of partners in an effort to enhance land across the Midwest to support our imperiled pollinators – especially monarch butterflies and rusty patched bumblebee. And you can help us make a difference!

All seed that is collected will be shipped to the main nursery with Pollinator Partnership where it will be processed (cleaned and sorted) and distributed to predetermined conservation areas to help these pollinators survive. Volunteers under 16 years old must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

Project Wingspan is an initiative supported by a grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Federation. It is administered by the non-profit Pollinator Partnership, which is leading a coalition of partners in an effort to enhance land across the Midwest to support our imperiled pollinators – especially monarch butterflies and rusty patched bumblebee. And you can help us make a difference!

All seed that is collected will be shipped to the main nursery with Pollinator Partnership where it will be processed (cleaned and sorted) and distributed to predetermined conservation areas to help these pollinators survive. Volunteers under 16 years old must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

Project Wingspan is an initiative supported by a grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Federation. It is administered by the non-profit Pollinator Partnership, which is leading a coalition of partners in an effort to enhance land across the Midwest to support our imperiled pollinators – especially monarch butterflies and rusty patched bumblebee. And you can help us make a difference!

All seed that is collected will be shipped to the main nursery with Pollinator Partnership where it will be processed (cleaned and sorted) and distributed to predetermined conservation areas to help these pollinators survive. Volunteers under 16 years old must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

A Weed Wrangle is a one-day volunteer effort to remove invasive plant species from our public parks and green spaces. Join us as we work to eradicate invasive plants from Hamilton County! During the fall, we’ll be at different parks working to remove plants like Bradford pear, bush honeysuckle, burning bush, and autumn olive. Feel free to join for one, two, or all of these awesome opportunities! Volunteers under 16 years old must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

A Weed Wrangle is a one-day volunteer effort to remove invasive plant species from our public parks and green spaces. Join us as we work to eradicate invasive plants from Hamilton County! During the fall, we’ll be at different parks working to remove plants like Bradford pear, bush honeysuckle, burning bush, and autumn olive. Feel free to join for one, two, or all of these awesome opportunities! Volunteers under 16 years old must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

The concepts of reducing, reusing, and recycling are more relevant today than ever before. More and more often we hear about drastic changes in the natural environment caused in part by pollution - and we certainly have a hefty role to play. The United States has the third-largest population of all countries, but it produces the most municipal solid waste in the world: 258 million tons of MSW was generated in 2017 alone. The good news is that since we are such a big part of the problem - we can be an even greater part of the solution. Join us during the America Recycles Week to learn about the importance of recycling and partner with us to clean up our parks and greenways! Volunteers under 16 years old must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

A Weed Wrangle is a one-day volunteer effort to remove invasive plant species from our public parks and green spaces. Join us as we work to eradicate invasive plants from Hamilton County! During the fall, we’ll be at different parks working to remove plants like Bradford pear, bush honeysuckle, burning bush, and autumn olive. Feel free to join for one, two, or all of these awesome opportunities! Volunteers under 16 years old must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

Assist with our native seed project from the comfort of your own home! Our At-Home Helperswill have the opportunity to help with sorting native seeds to prepare them for shipping to the Pollinator Partnership nursery. Participants will be trained on techniques and then allowed to work on their own time. Volunteers under 16 years old must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.           

 Join our team as a support volunteer for our adaptive programs! These programs focus on providing skill-building, social, and recreational opportunities for individuals of all ages with cognitive and developmental disabilities. This is an ongoing opportunity--volunteers will work with the Inclusion Supervisor to create a regular schedule. Volunteers in this program must be at least 18 years old.

Note: In order to best facilitate connections between our program participants and program volunteers, applicants to this project will be asked to complete a brief questionnaire to determine compatibility with the program. If a volunteer is chosen, they will be required to complete a background check (paid for by CCPR) before beginning their volunteer work. Please email volunteer@carmelclayparks.com for any questions about the application process.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

• Supporting participants on stage during the performance by acting alongside them, in a speaking or non-speaking role of the volunteer’s choosing
• Assist program staff with facilitating team-building and social activities for program participants
• Assist in the creation and execution of sets, costumes, and makeup
• Serve as a stage crew member during tech week and show performances

Requirements

• Volunteer must be at least 18 years old and pass a background check.

Desired Skills/Qualifications

• Previous experience working with individuals with cognitive and developmental disabilities desired, but not required.

Time Commitment & Scheduling

• Volunteers are asked to attend weekly rehearsals on Thursdays from 7:00-8:30pm starting January 4 through March 17
• Attendance is required at all tech week rehearsals and final performances:
  • March 11-14: 7-9pm
  • March 16: Performance at 6pm with 4pm call-time
  • March 17: Performance at 2pm with 12pm call-time