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Volunteers at Cobbs Creek

Volunteering

There are many ways in which volunteers support Fairmount Park while tackling their own greatest concerns. Whether you're a seasoned Park volunteer or are new to the scene, we can always use your help. Take a look at the possibilities below and let us know how you'd like to help.

Advocacy
Support park-related legislation
Create public support for FPC

Clean Up
Conduct park clean-ups
Remove graffiti

Creativity
Edit and publish newsletters
Make holiday crafts
Take photographs
Design exhibits

Education
Conduct environmental experiments

Maintenance and Repair
Maintain equestrian and bike trails
Repair park structures such as guardhouses and fountains
Repair park furniture

Planting
Plant trees and flowers
Plant and maintain outdoor gardens

Special Events
Organize special events such a Haunted House or a Victorian Picnic
Host meetings, seminars, and conferences
Oversee rental facilities

Sponsor
Sponsor foot races and walk-a-thons
Sponsor park festivals

Sports
Coach sports teams
Coordinate sports tournaments
Lead nature walks

And last, but not least, Miscellaneous
Staff park information booths
Shear sheep
Fundraise
Manage museums

Click here for a Volunteer Sign-up Sheet.

We send a heartfelt thank you to all our volunteers and appreciate your efforts on behalf of the Fairmount Park system.

Contact Info:
Tel 215-683-0217
E-mail: kate.lapszynski@phila.gov

Location:
Office of Stewardship
Fairmount Park Commission
One Parkway, 10th Floor
1515 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102
   
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