Become a Louisville Metro Parks and Recreation Volunteer!
Current Opportunities
How to Apply:
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See this link to create a volunteer account.
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Complete the Application.
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Volunteer Program staff will contact you regarding your application.
Ways to Get Involved
| Type of Service | Description | Sample Activities |
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| One Day Group | Set one or two day service project(s) | Mulching young trees, litter pick-up or painting a small structure. |
| Seasonal Group | Set group project over the span of several days or throughout a season | Spring cleaning of a community center, capital park improvements, painting a large structure or special events. |
| Adopt-A-Park Partner | Volunteers engage in at least three to four approved regular maintenance projects per year at specified park location. Volunteers may also engage in monetary contributions. | Routinely approved activities such as mulching, litter pick-up, etc. Other projects can be submitted for review and approval beyond routine activities. |
| Seasonal Individual | Service less than four times per calendar year. | Special events such as the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular at Iroquois Amphitheater or the Annual Ice Cream Social at Riverside; Winter Basketball Tournaments, etc. |
| Long-Term Individual | Ongoing service throughout the calendar year. | Community Center receptionist, tutor, dance teacher, park stewardship, trail maintenance at Jefferson Memorial Forest. |
Interested in Adopt-A-Park? Learn more here.
Looking for ways to get involved with Americorp? See this link for more information.
Volunteer Program Mission Statement:
Louisville Metro Parks and Recreation’s volunteer programs support our local communities and park system through continued dedication to clean, green, safe and inclusive spaces. The volunteer program serves as a point of access for community members to park lands, civic engagement, education, and empowerment.
OUR VOLUNTEER PARTNERS:
Riverside, the Farnsley-Moremen Landing Locust Grove
QUESTIONS:
If you have any questions or you're ready to begin your journey as a volunteer, contact us