During the growing season (May-October), join the Iowa Valley RC&D Farm staff in the field on a Monday and Friday from 9-Noon (weather permitting) to help tend over 4 acres of vegetable crops at the Iowa Valley RC&D Grow: Johnson County Farm. Volunteers will help cultivate, tend, harvest, and pack vegetables grown on the farm and send them on their way to local hunger-relief agencies.
What you need to know:
We strive to provide a welcoming space and invite anyone to join us!
- No previous gardening or farm experience required!
- There is no need to sign up to volunteer on Mondays, Wednesday and Fridays - just swing on by. Stay and hour or the whole morning! If this is your first time please email malik@ivrcd.org so he'll know where to meet you!
- We can also take volunteers on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Contact Emmaly@ivrcd.org to schedule
What to Wear
- Closed-toe shoes are required on the farm.
- Volunteers are welcome to bring gloves, and we recommend sunscreen, water, and a hat.
Can my Kids Volunteer?
- Kids are welcome on the farm, with adult supervision.
