Volunteer With Us!
One of the best ways to get to know your local parks and give back to your community is to volunteer with us. From trail maintenance to trash pickups, there are endless opportunities to get involved.
Passionate about urban greening? Enjoy spending time at your local park or recreation center? Fill out the volunteer intake form with your information. We’ll reach out to schedule an intake and get you started on your first volunteer project.
Individual Volunteering
Questions? Contact Hayley Krolik at hayley@sandiegoparksfoundation.org.
Perfect for teams, community organizations, and groups of all kinds looking for a hands-on way to give back to San Diego.
Engage your group in meaningful park stewardship while supporting SDPF's mission to enhance and activate San Diego's parks and open spaces. Projects vary based on seasonal needs and may include trail clearing, habitat restoration, planting, mulching, painting, and general park beautification. Come ready to work — and leave knowing you made a real difference.
Group volunteer experiences are approximately 2.5 hours and begin with a brief welcome and overview of the day’s projects, safety information, and tool use.
Group Volunteer Experiences
Make a tangible impact together — roll up your sleeves as a team and leave San Diego's parks visibly better than you found them
Strengthen bonds through shared purpose — hands-on service creates connection that sticks long after the workday ends
Connect employees to their community — your team members are San Diego residents too, and volunteering in local parks means investing in spaces that are open and free to them, their families, and neighbors every single day
Amplify your organization's reach — corporate partners gain recognition through SDPF's network of 6K+ social media followers
Why Volunteer as a Group?
Group Types & Pricing
We offer tailored volunteer experiences at accessible prices for a range of groups. Find your group type for details:
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Already partnering with SDPF? Private group volunteer experiences are available as part of your corporate sponsorship benefits. Reach out to confirm your benefits and schedule your team’s volunteer day.
Contact Carri Bender at carri@sandiegoparksfoundation.org to get started.
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We'd love to get your team into the parks. Corporate volunteer experiences are available as a standalone event or as part of a broader corporate sponsorship with SDPF — with opportunities starting at $500 that include:
Activity supplies (gloves, grabbers, rakes, etc.)
On site SDPF staff to give briefing and facilitate experience
Recognition on our social media and newsletter
Becoming a partner unlocks additional benefits like brand recognition and community visibility across our network.
Contact Hayley Krolik at hayley@sandiegoparksfoundation.org to learn more.
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Whether you're a community-based organization, a city department, an active duty unit, or a veterans' group — there's a place for you in San Diego's parks. We're proud to partner with the organizations and individuals who make this region run, and we offer flexible, accessible volunteer experiences to fit your mission and your team.
San Diego is home to one of the largest military communities in the nation, and volunteering with SDPF is a meaningful way for service members and veterans to connect with the city they serve.
Pricing is flexible and based on organizational budget, group size, and project scope. Weekend and non-traditional scheduling is available.
Contact Hayley Krolik at hayley@sandiegoparksfoundation.org to plan your event.
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Neighborhood associations, volunteer clubs, civic leagues, and other community groups are always welcome. Group volunteer experiences are $20 per person (minimum $200), which helps cover staff time and materials. If budget is a concern, please reach out — we prioritize building lasting community relationships.
Contact Hayley Krolik at hayley@sandiegoparksfoundation.org to learn more.
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Enhance your group experience with these available upgrades (additional fees may apply; subject to availability):
Park Space Reservation — reserve an outdoor space for a team meal, debrief, or casual gathering before or after your volunteer session
Guided Park Tour — learn about SDPF's stewardship work, conservation initiatives, and the history of San Diego's parks and open spaces
Large Group Accommodations — special logistics support available for groups of 30 or more
All group volunteer experiences are subject to availability. To get started, identify your group type above and reach out to our team — we'll handle the rest.
Ready to Get Started?
Fill out the volunteer intake form to get started on making an impact in your community.
