Volunteer Opportunities
Make a difference in your community by volunteering with local sustainability initiatives.
Community Garden Volunteers
Charlottesville Community Garden Network
Help maintain community gardens throughout Charlottesville. Tasks include weeding, planting, harvesting, and general upkeep.
Saturdays, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Various Community Gardens
Commitment: Flexible, drop-in
Rivanna River Cleanup Crew
Rivanna Conservation Alliance
Join our team in removing trash and invasive species from the riverbanks to preserve water quality and habitat.
First Sunday of each month, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Rivanna River Access Points
Commitment: Monthly
Food Waste Recovery Program
Charlottesville Food Justice Network
Collect excess food from local restaurants and markets to redistribute to community members in need.
Weekdays, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Central Charlottesville
Commitment: Weekly, 2-hour shifts
Sustainability Education Volunteers
UVA Office of Sustainability
Lead workshops and educational sessions on sustainable living practices for students and community members.
Varies based on event schedule
Location: UVA Grounds
Commitment: 2-4 hours per month
Repair Cafe Volunteer
Charlottesville Tool Library
Help community members repair broken items instead of replacing them. Share your skills in repair and maintenance.
Third Saturday of each month, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: Downtown Charlottesville
Commitment: Monthly