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Grow With Us In Our Garden (age 18+) Referral
This is an opportunity to be on the land, to learn, and to come together in community to create a beautiful, supportive space for the Native community.
Garden Support
- Assist with planting, maintenance, and harvesting in our community garden
- Focus on growing vegetables, first food, and plant medicine
- Help ensure fresh, homegrown produce is available for client food boxes
- Support sustainability and food security efforts
Please bring:
- Gardening gloves
- Weather related clothing (Rain jackets for rainy days, light weight clothing when it is hot)
- Water bottle
- Hats
- Sunscreen
- Lunch/Snacks
Volunteers are needed Mondays and Saturdays 9am - 1pm.
This is an opportunity to gain insight into Native Americans' traditional first foods, understand the principles of food sovereignty, and contribute to the ongoing development of the garden.
Founded by the community, for the community, NAYA is a family of numerous tribes and voices who are rooted in sustaining tradition and building cultural wealth. We provide culturally-specific programs and services that guide our people in the direction of personal success and balance through cultural empowerment. Our continuum of lifetime services create a wraparound, holistic healthy environment that is Youth Centered, Family Driven, Elder Guided.
Opportunity Requirements:
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Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older to participate in this opportunity
Click on "Express Interest" below if you are interested in helping out!
**This is a Referral Opportunity, which means it is run directly by one of our nonprofit partners. Once you express interest, someone from the partner organization should follow up with you shortly to discuss confirming you as a volunteer for this opportunity.
**Please note, your hours may not be recorded in your Hands On Greater Portland account since this is a partner-managed opportunity.
Environment, Health & Wellness
Families
Gardening/Planting
Age Minimum (with Adult): 18+, Minimum Age:18+
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