Volunteer

Become a part of our Crop Crew!

From Spring through Fall, individuals ages 18 & older are invited to work in the growing fields alongside our farmers weekly. (Not 18 yet? Check out our Certified Junior Gardener Volunteer Program!)

Prepare to get dirty! Tasks are often physically strenuous, so we recommend wearing weather-appropriate, outdoor work attire (hat, sunglasses, layers, rain gear, gloves, closed-toed shoes, etc.) and packing a water bottle and snacks.

Volunteering in our Crop Crew has various benefits including meeting a community of like-minded people, gaining hands-on skills in agriculture, getting exercise and experiencing the calm of Queens Farm’s natural surroundings. All experience levels are welcome.

  • WHEN: April 23–October 29, 2024; Every Tuesday & Select Sundays; 10am–12pm and 1pm–3pm
  • WHERE: Queens County Farm Museum, 73-50 Little Neck Parkway, Floral Park, NY 11004
  • REGISTRATION: Free

Tuesday volunteer days may include:

Weeding
Planting
Harvesting
Mulching
Other farm tasks as needed

Fast FAQs:

  • Volunteers must be 18 or older.
  • Volunteer hours are 10am–12pm and 1pm–3pm. Pre-registration is required as availability for each date is limited.
  • Upon arrival, walk down the main road to the “Volunteer Check-in Station” (there will be a tent with a table). A farmer will be there from 9:50am–10:10am, and 12:50pm–1:10pm to greet you. Late arrivals should still plan on stopping by the tent to sign in and follow directions to the activity site. 
  • Prepare to get dirty! Wear proper outdoor work attire (hat, sunglasses, layers, rain gear, gardening gloves, closed-toed boots/shoes, etc.). The farm will provide gloves.
  • Bring a water bottle to stay hydrated and remember to use sun protection.
  • Bring snacks/lunch with you; there is no café on site.
  • Tasks may be physically strenuous, and can include weeding, mulching, turning compost, or harvesting, depending on the needs of the farm that day.
  • All experience levels welcome; no experience necessary.
  • Free street parking and bike parking available. The farm is also accessible by public transit.
  • Queens Farm has public restrooms on site.
  • Volunteer tasks are rain or shine.
  • Registration intended for individuals only. If you are interested in group volunteering, please email info@queensfarm.org or call 718-347-3276.
  • Activities do not include hands-on work with our livestock; only field work.
  • Volunteers are encouraged to stay for the whole time slot.
  • If your plans change and you can no longer join us, please email hello@queensfarm.org to cancel your registration and allow another volunteer to register in your place.
  • If you are sick, please stay home for your health and the health of others. We ask that all volunteers review our Health & Hygiene policy here and review this video detailing Farm Food Safety practices.

QUESTIONS? Email hello@queensfarm.org Mon–Fri and and a member of our team will get back to you.

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