Volunteers removing ice plant at Fort Miley

Lend a hand in your parks

Volunteer Projects and Activities

Find the right fit for you—check out the variety of service projects and programs in the parks

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We’ve got something for just about everyone—from beach cleanups, to historic site and habitat restoration, plant nurseries, landscaping, and trail work. No experience or commitment necessary. We provide all of the tools, training, and leadership. We just need you, your willingness to pitch in, and a bit of your time.

•    For Corporate opportunities, visit Corporate Volunteering.

•    For Groups larger than five, please visit Group Volunteer Projects.

•    For Internships and other longer-term volunteer roles, visit Individual Service Positions.

•    Check out our upcoming programs.

Volunteer at the Presidio
Volunteer
Sat, Nov 02 9:00am-12:00pm
Presidio Transit Center
Help restore natural areas and create important wildlife corridors in the Presidio of San Francisco.
Volunteers work with manzanita cuttings
Events
Sat, Nov 02 10:00am-1:00pm
Presidio Native Plant Nursery
Learn to grow and care for native plants while helping to preserve and restore your national park.
Volunteers Working in Black Point Historic Gardens
Events
Sat, Nov 02 10:00am-1:00pm
Black Point Meeting Location
Help us restore the long-neglected gardens of East Black Point, a spectacular park site tucked away above the bustling San Francisco waterfront.
A volunteer strikes a pose while helping to restore Tennessee Valley.
Volunteer
Tue, Nov 05 10:00am-2:00pm
Tennessee Valley Parking Lot
Get your hands dirty while restoring and protecting Tennessee Valley's native plant communities.
Volunteer on Alcatraz Island
Events
Wed, Nov 06 8:00am-12:00pm
Alcatraz Gardens
Help restore and maintain gardens once tended by the island’s military and penitentiary residents—add life, color, and vibrancy to the Rock.

More Information

QUESTIONS?

Contact us at volunteer@parksconservancy.org or 415-561-3044.

Thank you for your service and support! It takes many hands to care for and preserve our parks. We look forward to working with you!

The Golden Gate National Parks Volunteer Program is a cooperative parkwide effort of the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy, the National Park Service, and the Presidio Trust.

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