Volunteer With Capital Roots
Make an impact. Nourish your community. Grow healthier neighborhoods.
Volunteers power the work of Capital Roots. Every year, hundreds of community members help us bring fresh, healthy food to families, seniors, and neighbors across the Capital Region.
Whether you can give a few hours or want to volunteer regularly, there’s a place for you here.
Together, we’re building a healthier, more equitable local food system — one garden, one meal, and one neighbor at a time.
Volunteer Opportunities Right Now
Sign up today and make an impact!
Spring Brunch Volunteers
Join us behind the scenes at our annual Spring Brunch! Volunteers help with setup, guest support, and making this signature event a celebration of community and fresh, local food.
Mailing Help
Help us spread the word! Volunteer to get our invitations out and ensure everyone in the community knows about our upcoming events.
Food Hub Support
Join us to help with the Squash Hunger program, getting fresh food to those in need. Must be able to lift 40+lbs.
Ways to Volunteer
There are many ways to get involved with Capital Roots. Whether you enjoy working outdoors, supporting food programs, or helping with community outreach, we have opportunities throughout the year.
Food Programs & Distribution
Help ensure fresh food reaches the people who need it most.
Community Gardens
Help grow food and strengthen neighborhood green spaces.
Markets & Retail Programs
Support community food access at Capital Roots Mobile Market and Good Food Market locations.
Special Events
Throughout the year we host events and initiatives that rely on volunteers.
Urban Greening
Volunteers help our tree planting events in the spring and fall.
Mailings
Volunteers help address and stuff envelopes for direct mail appeals and event invitations.
Group Volunteer Projects
Make a Real Impact Together
Bring your company, club, or team to Capital Roots for a hands-on volunteer project that creates tangible change. From planting community gardens to revitalizing public spaces and supporting local food access, your group’s work directly improves lives.
These projects are designed to be meaningful, measurable, and rewarding. They provide a chance for your team to contribute to the community in a way that truly matters.
Why Volunteer With Us?
Volunteers are essential to our mission of increasing access to fresh food and green spaces throughout the Capital Region. When you volunteer with Capital Roots, you help:
Bring Healthy Food Directly to Your Community
Deliver fresh produce to families and seniors through programs like the Veggie Mobile® and Squash Hunger
Fuel Programs That Transform Access to Healthy Food
Power events, education, and outreach programs that connect communities to healthy food
Grow Stronger Neighborhoods with us
Help maintain community gardens that provide fresh food and vibrant green spaces across the region.
The Power of Our Volunteers
Every hour, every effort, every person helps grow healthier communities across the region.
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