Drop In Volunteers – MSAConnectsForGood

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Community Harvest Project

Health Hunger

37 Wheeler Road, North Grafton, Ma

Phone (774) 551 - 6544

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Our mission	Community Harvest Project is a non-profit farm whose mission is to engage and educate volunteers to grow fruits and vegetables for local hunger relief. Through our volunteer farming programs, education initiatives, and community partnerships, we bring thousands of community members together each year to improve access to healthy foods for individuals and families in need across Eastern and Central Massachusetts.

Opportunities	Drop In Volunteers During the season, individual volunteers help whenever they are able without needing to schedule a visit. Open Monday through Saturday from 9 am to noon (excluding holidays) for Drop In volunteering May 5th through mid-October. All ages are welcome, volunteers under the age of 16.5 must be accompanied by an adult. We are a working farm! All activities take place outside. Wear seasonally appropriate clothing that you won’t mind getting dirty, closed toe shoes, and a hat. Wear sunscreen and carry a refillable water bottle. Occasional Teens, 21+, 55+, Adults, Child with Adult Individuals In Person, Outdoor On-site Weekdays, Weekends Individual drop in volunteers Farm Volunteer From starting seeds in the greenhouse and planting seedlings in the spring, to tending, harvesting, and washing the crops all summer long and into the fall – our volunteers do it all! It’s hard work but we make it simple enough that everyone can make an impact regardless of age or experience. Groups of 5 people or more must be scheduled while individuals may register as a drop-in volunteer. One-time, Ongoing Teens, 21+, 55+, Adults, Child with Adult Individuals, Groups (2-10), Groups (10+), Corporate Teams, Families In Person, Outdoor On-site Weekdays, Weekends Sign up a group of 5-100 volunteers! Volunteer Committees You can also volunteer for one of the Committees that help keep Community Harvest Project running. Committees (operations, programs, development, finance)- meet via Zoom 6x/year Leadership Council (general organization support or specific expertise)- meet 1x/year Board of Directors (governance and oversight)- meet in person 8x/year Monthly 55+, Adults Individuals Indoor Formal, Skilled Weekdays, Evenings CHP welcomes you to learn more about Board, Leadership Council, and Committee opportunities. Team Leader Team Leading is a rewarding hands-on experience guiding diverse groups of volunteers in farm activities. Volunteer Team Leaders are the backbone of Community Harvest Project’s success story. Our Team Leaders work with CHP Staff and Interns to represent the organization and ensure a positive experience for thousands of volunteers who visit us. What does a Team Leader do? A great Volunteer Team Leader has a friendly and engaging personality and leads small groups of volunteers in hands-on farm activities to support our mission of educating and engaging volunteers to grow fruits and vegetables for hunger relief. If assisting and leading diverse groups of volunteers from pre-K to senior citizens in farm activities in various types of weather sounds like an exciting challenge, then this role is for you! Join our Team Leaders and get your yellow hat! Email [email protected] with questions! Occasional, Weekly, Monthly, Recurring 55+, Adults Individuals In Person, Outdoor Formal Weekdays, Weekends Learn about being a Team Leader! Group Volunteering We welcome groups of all ages and sizes (from 5 up to 100) at our North Grafton location (May 5-October 24), and groups (up to 30) at our Harvard location (August 25-October 21). Harvard scheduling opens in June. Volunteer shifts are 9am-noon, and begin with an information session. Don’t wait to schedule – the calendar fills up fast! We are a working farm and our volunteer activities take place outside except in the case of very extreme weather. All volunteer groups may request access to a refrigerator and outdoor picnic tables (or inside tables during inclement weather). Occasional Teens, 21+, 55+, Adults, Child with Adult Groups (2-10), Groups (10+), Corporate Teams, Families Physical, Outdoor On-site Weekdays, Weekends Learn more about Group Registration!

How you help	Help grow, tend, and harvest fruits and vegetables for our neighbors experiencing hunger. Your efforts impact the lives of many in our community who do not have access to proper nutritional resources. Gather family, friends, neighbors, colleagues, and groups you participate in, to spend a morning in the fresh air and get your hands in the dirt. We welcome volunteer groups up to 100 and drop-in individual volunteers Monday through Saturday, May 5 through mid October from 9:00 am to Noon (excluding holidays) at the Grafton farm. Scheduling at the Community Harvest Project Harvard apple orchard begins mid-summer, please look for that announcement on our website in June of each year.

About us	Community Harvest Project is a non-profit organization that is dedicated to addressing food insecurity through sustainable farming practices and community engagement. Since our establishment, we have been committed to the mission of engaging and educating volunteers to grow fresh fruits and vegetables for hunger relief. Our farms serve as hubs for individuals and groups looking to make a tangible impact on local food access issues. Through hands-on farming experiences, we empower volunteers to contribute directly to the cultivation and harvesting of nutritious produce. By fostering a sense of connection to the land and the food system, we aim to inspire a deeper understanding of the importance of sustainable agriculture and equitable access to healthy food. At Community Harvest Project, we recognize the power of community collaboration in creating positive social change. Through partnerships with local organizations, schools, and businesses, we amplify our impact and reach a broader audience with our message of food justice. Together, we work towards building a more resilient and inclusive food system that prioritizes the needs of all individuals, regardless of socioeconomic status.