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HGP Farm Stand Ambassador

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ORGANIZATION: Homeless Garden Project

HGP

Weekend Farm Stand Volunteer Opportunity

Are you passionate about community engagement and sustainable farming? Join us as a Weekend Farm Stand Volunteer at the Homeless Garden Project!

Hours: Saturdays and Sundays, 9:30 am - 4:30 pm

Location: Homeless Garden Project Far (Shaffer Road & Delware Avenue)

Responsibilities:

* Manage our farm stand, providing a welcoming and organized space for visitors.

* Guide and support volunteers in completing farm tasks.

* Assist and engage with visiting groups, ensuring a positive and educational experience.

* Handle farm stand sales, including assisting customers and restocking products.

What We’re Looking For:

* Friendly, outgoing individuals with a passion for community and agriculture.

* Reliable and able to commit to a regular weekend schedule.

* Comfortable working outdoors and interacting with diverse groups.

Why Volunteer With Us?

This is a great opportunity to connect with others, contribute to a meaningful cause, and enjoy a beautiful farm setting!

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About Homeless Garden Project

Location:

30 West Cliff Drive P.O. 617, Santa Cruz, CA 95061, US

Mission Statement

The Santa Cruz Homeless Garden Project helps men and women gain skills and confidence to enter wider communities. We provide training and transitional employment within a community-supported organic garden. Volunteers have many opportunities to learn about and help in the garden, in the kitchen, and with special events.

Description

The Homeless Garden Project (HGP) provides paid job training, transitional employment, and support services to people experiencing homelessness. In complement, the Project operates a community education and volunteer program that serves over 2,500 people annually. The programs take place at our 3.5-acre organic farm and related enterprises. Volunteers have many opportunities to learn about and help in the garden, in the kitchen, and with special events.

CAUSE AREAS

Homeless & Housing
Hunger
Homeless & Housing, Hunger

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

Homeless Garden Project FarmShaffer Rd & Delaware Ave.Santa Cruz, CA 95060

(36.9796,-122.042)
 

SKILLS

  • Farming
  • Customer Service
  • Retail / Sales

GOOD FOR

N/A

REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be at least 21
  • Orientation or Training
  • 7 hours

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