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Looking to earn a free month of Garbage to Garden service?
Sign up for an event or send us an email—we're here to answer any questions.
Once you've completed your hours, send confirmation to
volunteer@garbagetogarden.org
to receive credit.
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🌱 Maine Opportunities
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Hearts of Pine
Volunteer at Portland's Hearts of Pine soccer games! Help with compost bins, trash, recycling, and more.
Dates: Oct 4th, 18th, 21st, 25th, and Nov 1st
Shifts: 5:00pm-7:00pm / 6:30pm–8:30pm
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Frith Farm Glean
Join us for on-farm harvesting at Frith Farm through Cumberland County Food Security Council! Last two weeks of the season.
Day: Wednesdays
Time: 9:00am–11:00am
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Pineland Farm Glean
Harvest peppers and tomatoes before the frost through Cumberland County Food Security Council! Help us clean up the rows and save what we can.
Day: Thursdays
Time: 8:00am–10:30am
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Freeport Apple Orchard Glean
Enjoy an idyllic glean in crisp fall weather through Cumberland County Food Security Council! Bring ladders if you have them. Your last chance this season!
Day: Thursdays
Time: 1:00pm–3:00pm
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Farmers Market Glean
Join our mighty market team through Cumberland County Food Security Council! Two months of gleans still ahead with plenty of space for new volunteers.
Day: Saturdays
Time: 12:30pm–2:00pm
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Garlic Planting Festival
Join the Garlic Planting Festival through Cumberland County Food Security Council! A great opportunity to visit the farm and help plant for next season.
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🌿 Massachusetts Opportunities
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Shepherd's Food Kitchen Distribution
Help serve the community at our food pantry distribution. Volunteers needed to assist with setup, distribution, and cleanup.
Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025
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Mystic River Watershed Association
Keep the Mystic River clean! Opportunities include park cleanups, invasive plant removal, and wildlife monitoring.
SEE OPPORTUNITIES
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Community Cooks
Join a team of volunteers providing meals to neighbors in need, strengthening community partnerships.
LEARN MORE
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Mutual Aid Medford & Somerville (MAMAS)
Help neighbors by coordinating groceries, garden builds, and donations through this mutual aid network.
SIGN UP
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Door Hanging Campaign
Help spread the word about Garbage to Garden service in Somerville, Revere, and Melrose! We'll provide materials—you hang them on neighbors' doors to encourage sign-ups.
EMAIL TO VOLUNTEER
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Thank you for volunteering with Garbage to Garden. Every hour you spend makes our community stronger and greener 🌱.
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