Opportunities From: Center for Community Engagement

Volunteer: Afterschool Program Session #3 - Seeking education/gardening enthusiasts

We are seeking volunteers with a passion for working with youth to assist in our afterschool program! Our afterschool program is open to both students interested in culinary/gardening and those seeking academic support and a safe community space. Our goals for volunteer recruiting are to find people who have experience OR interest in education and/or gardening. We are looking primarily for recurring volunteers who can commit to the entirety of Session #1. However, we can be flexible with your schedule. Our impact goals are as follows:

Keep students safe and engaged during high-risk hours.Increase graduation rates and readiness for higher education.Provide professional certifications and workforce skills in culinary and hospitality fields.Strengthen community bonds through weekly Family Dinners.Reduce risks of youth violence by creating belonging and purpose.

Our schedule: Weekly Tuesday-Thursday

3:00 PM-4:00 PM: Arrival & Homework Help - Tutoring, mentoring, safe study space. 4:00 PM-4:30 PM: Restorative Circle & Mindfulness - Daily circle to build community, practice social-emotional learning, and set a positive tone. 4:30 PM-6:00 PM: Rotating Stations - Culinary Education & NutritionArts & Guest InstructorsGardening & SustainabilityTutoring & Academic Support 6:00 PM–6:30 PM: Family Dinner - Students prepare and share a meal together. Parents and families are invited, reinforcing skills, nutrition, education, and community connection.

Please note: Background checks will be required

Please contact jack@gardenofjoyculinary.org for more information

Organization: Garden of Joy Culinary Academy

We are seeking volunteers with a passion for working with youth to assist in our afterschool program! Our afterschool program is open to both students interested in culinary/gardening and those seeking academic support and a safe community space. Our goals for volunteer recruiting are to find people who have experience OR interest in education and/or gardening. We are looking primarily for recurring volunteers who can commit to the entirety of Session #1. However, we can be flexible with your schedule. Our impact goals are as follows:

Keep students safe and engaged during high-risk hours.Increase graduation rates and readiness for higher education.Provide professional certifications and workforce skills in culinary and hospitality fields.Strengthen community bonds through weekly Family Dinners.Reduce risks of youth violence by creating belonging and purpose.

Our schedule: Weekly Tuesday-Thursday

3:00 PM-4:00 PM: Arrival & Homework Help - Tutoring, mentoring, safe study space. 4:00 PM-4:30 PM: Restorative Circle & Mindfulness - Daily circle to build community, practice social-emotional learning, and set a positive tone. 4:30 PM-6:00 PM: Rotating Stations - Culinary Education & NutritionArts & Guest InstructorsGardening & SustainabilityTutoring & Academic Support 6:00 PM–6:30 PM: Family Dinner - Students prepare and share a meal together. Parents and families are invited, reinforcing skills, nutrition, education, and community connection.

Please note: Background checks will be required

Please contact jack@gardenofjoyculinary.org for more information

Organization: Garden of Joy Culinary Academy

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Nov 18, 2025 through Dec 18, 2025

Zip Code: 45225

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Afterschool Program Session #2 - Seeking education/gardening enthusiasts

We are seeking volunteers with a passion for working with youth to assist in our afterschool program! Our afterschool program is open to both students interested in culinary/gardening and those seeking academic support and a safe community space. Our goals for volunteer recruiting are to find people who have experience OR interest in education and/or gardening. We are looking primarily for recurring volunteers who can commit to the entirety of Session #1. However, we can be flexible with your schedule. Our impact goals are as follows:

Keep students safe and engaged during high-risk hours.Increase graduation rates and readiness for higher education.Provide professional certifications and workforce skills in culinary and hospitality fields.Strengthen community bonds through weekly Family Dinners.Reduce risks of youth violence by creating belonging and purpose.

Our schedule: Weekly Tuesday-Thursday

3:00 PM-4:00 PM: Arrival & Homework Help - Tutoring, mentoring, safe study space. 4:00 PM-4:30 PM: Restorative Circle & Mindfulness - Daily circle to build community, practice social-emotional learning, and set a positive tone. 4:30 PM-6:00 PM: Rotating Stations - Culinary Education & NutritionArts & Guest InstructorsGardening & SustainabilityTutoring & Academic Support 6:00 PM–6:30 PM: Family Dinner - Students prepare and share a meal together. Parents and families are invited, reinforcing skills, nutrition, education, and community connection.

Please note: Background checks will be required

Please contact jack@gardenofjoyculinary.org for more information

Organization: Garden of Joy Culinary Academy

We are seeking volunteers with a passion for working with youth to assist in our afterschool program! Our afterschool program is open to both students interested in culinary/gardening and those seeking academic support and a safe community space. Our goals for volunteer recruiting are to find people who have experience OR interest in education and/or gardening. We are looking primarily for recurring volunteers who can commit to the entirety of Session #1. However, we can be flexible with your schedule. Our impact goals are as follows:

Keep students safe and engaged during high-risk hours.Increase graduation rates and readiness for higher education.Provide professional certifications and workforce skills in culinary and hospitality fields.Strengthen community bonds through weekly Family Dinners.Reduce risks of youth violence by creating belonging and purpose.

Our schedule: Weekly Tuesday-Thursday

3:00 PM-4:00 PM: Arrival & Homework Help - Tutoring, mentoring, safe study space. 4:00 PM-4:30 PM: Restorative Circle & Mindfulness - Daily circle to build community, practice social-emotional learning, and set a positive tone. 4:30 PM-6:00 PM: Rotating Stations - Culinary Education & NutritionArts & Guest InstructorsGardening & SustainabilityTutoring & Academic Support 6:00 PM–6:30 PM: Family Dinner - Students prepare and share a meal together. Parents and families are invited, reinforcing skills, nutrition, education, and community connection.

Please note: Background checks will be required

Please contact jack@gardenofjoyculinary.org for more information

Organization: Garden of Joy Culinary Academy

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Oct 28, 2025 through Nov 13, 2025

Zip Code: 45225

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Afterschool Program Session #1 - Seeking education/gardening enthusiasts

We are seeking volunteers with a passion for working with youth to assist in our afterschool program! Our afterschool program is open to both students interested in culinary/gardening and those seeking academic support and a safe community space. Our goals for volunteer recruiting are to find people who have experience OR interest in education and/or gardening. We are looking primarily for recurring volunteers who can commit to the entirety of Session #1. However, we can be flexible with your schedule. Our impact goals are as follows:

Keep students safe and engaged during high-risk hours.Increase graduation rates and readiness for higher education.Provide professional certifications and workforce skills in culinary and hospitality fields.Strengthen community bonds through weekly Family Dinners.Reduce risks of youth violence by creating belonging and purpose.

Our schedule: Weekly Tuesday-Thursday

3:00 PM-4:00 PM: Arrival & Homework Help - Tutoring, mentoring, safe study space. 4:00 PM-4:30 PM: Restorative Circle & Mindfulness - Daily circle to build community, practice social-emotional learning, and set a positive tone. 4:30 PM-6:00 PM: Rotating Stations - Culinary Education & NutritionArts & Guest InstructorsGardening & SustainabilityTutoring & Academic Support 6:00 PM–6:30 PM: Family Dinner - Students prepare and share a meal together. Parents and families are invited, reinforcing skills, nutrition, education, and community connection.

Please note: Background checks will be required

Please contact jack@gardenofjoyculinary.org for more information

Organization: Garden of Joy Culinary Academy

We are seeking volunteers with a passion for working with youth to assist in our afterschool program! Our afterschool program is open to both students interested in culinary/gardening and those seeking academic support and a safe community space. Our goals for volunteer recruiting are to find people who have experience OR interest in education and/or gardening. We are looking primarily for recurring volunteers who can commit to the entirety of Session #1. However, we can be flexible with your schedule. Our impact goals are as follows:

Keep students safe and engaged during high-risk hours.Increase graduation rates and readiness for higher education.Provide professional certifications and workforce skills in culinary and hospitality fields.Strengthen community bonds through weekly Family Dinners.Reduce risks of youth violence by creating belonging and purpose.

Our schedule: Weekly Tuesday-Thursday

3:00 PM-4:00 PM: Arrival & Homework Help - Tutoring, mentoring, safe study space. 4:00 PM-4:30 PM: Restorative Circle & Mindfulness - Daily circle to build community, practice social-emotional learning, and set a positive tone. 4:30 PM-6:00 PM: Rotating Stations - Culinary Education & NutritionArts & Guest InstructorsGardening & SustainabilityTutoring & Academic Support 6:00 PM–6:30 PM: Family Dinner - Students prepare and share a meal together. Parents and families are invited, reinforcing skills, nutrition, education, and community connection.

Please note: Background checks will be required

Please contact jack@gardenofjoyculinary.org for more information

Organization: Garden of Joy Culinary Academy

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Sep 30, 2025 through Oct 23, 2025

Zip Code: 45225

Allow Groups: Yes