Volunteer Project Catalog

City of Santa Monica

The Adopt-A-Stop program encourages Big Blue Bus (BBB) riders, local businesses, or civic organizations to “adopt” a local BBB stop to maintain, keep clean, and care for. BBB wants to empower “Adopters” to feel a sense of ownership and pride in their local BBB stop.

City of Santa Monica

Are you interested in making a difference in your community and learning practical young tree care? Join the ISA Certified Arborists of the Santa Monica Urban Forest team as we care for recently planted trees at Hotchkiss Park on Thursday, May 7th from 9am to 12pm. You will learn valuable skills such as early structural pruning, when to remove stakes, how to apply mulch, watering guidelines and much more. After a training demonstration, you will have the opportunity to perform some supervised young tree care on your local trees. No experience needed, tools and training will be provided. Limited street parking is available surrounding the park, so we recommend carpooling or taking public transit if available. Please bring your own water bottle. If you have some, bring your own gloves and hand-pruners! We will have some gloves available to borrow. Wear sturdy shoes, comfortable clothes and bring sun protection if needed.

City of Santa Monica

Join the City of Santa Monica, Public Landscape Division, in celebrating Arbor Day 2026 as we plant trees in Joslyn Park on Thursday April 30th, 2026 from 9am-12pm. Come get your hands dirty and help us plant a variety of species in Joslyn Park and learn what the proper procedures and standard of care for tree planting is.

Farmers Market

Individuals who are enthusiastic about Farmers Markets, small farms, locally grown produce and community engagement are encouraged to apply. Markets typically have two volunteer shifts: 7:30am to 11:00am and 10:30am to 2:00pm and will be outdoors, assisting with providing customer information, collection of paperwork and general operations at one of four Farmers Market sites. Market locations are: Sunday Main Street (Main and Ocean Park Blvd), Wednesday and Saturday Downtown Santa Monica (Arizona Ave. between 2nd and 4th St.), Saturday Pico (Virginia Ave. Park on Pico and 22nd St.) Volunteer placement determined as need arises. Requirements: Must be age 18 or older LiveScan background check (cost covered if selected)

Community Gardens

Join us to volunteer in the Community Gardens! Opportunities include weekday garden workdays (Mon-Wed mornings; Mon, Wed, Thur afternoons), assisting at Saturday morning events, joining the Orchard Care Crew (every 1st Saturday), or doing general garden maintenance. Requirements: - free Live Scan fingerprint background check - free, online Mandated Reporter Training (If selected opportunity includes working with children)