The Adopt-a-Park program is a volunteer supported program that invites citizens to partner with the Parks and Recreation Department to help provide, protect and preserve a Park System that promotes quality recreational, cultural and outdoor experiences for the Austin community.

Through this partnership a variety of group volunteer opportunities are available. Visit the Adopt-a-Park web page for additional information.

The Austin Nature and Science Center is always looking for volunteers to assist with animal care, working with pre-schoolers and more. Call 327-8181 or visit their web site for more information.

Our nature preserve program relies on volunteers to assist in in maintaining the vast inventory of natural areas. To volunteer or register your organization for a specific volunteer event e-mail us or call (512) 327-7723

Teens helping other kids. This is one of the perks of being a PARDner working with the Summer Playground Program. PARDners is a summer youth volunteer program aimed at teens from 13 to 16 years old.

Volunteer to Conserve Wildlife Habitat In Your Community
Join National Wildlife Federation’s nationwide team of volunteers who serve their communities as Habitat Stewards! City of Austin Parks & Recreation Department and Travis Audubon Society annually host a specialized training to teach you how to help others create and restore wildlife habitat in backyards, schoolyards and other private and public areas. This training is offered through the City’s Wildlife Austin program.

The George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center welcomes all individuals and groups interested in volunteering. Whether it be escorting visitors through our galleries, assisting at an event, or just helping out around the offices, your time and support will help make the Carver Museum an even greater success!

Volunteer with one of our partners

Volunteer with our partner the Austin Parks Foundation -
the Austin Parks Foundation is committed to providing the resources and partnerships that create and sustain beautiful and active parks.

Volunteer with our partner Tree Folks - helping to grow the urban forest through tree planting, education, and community partnerships.

Volunteer with our partner the Town Lake Trail Foundation - the Town Lake Trail Foundation is dedicated to expand, improve, beautify and maintain the scenic hike and bike trail that shadows the Colorado River as it flows through Austin, Texas.