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Volunteer in Prospect Park

Prospect Park Alliance engages thousands of volunteers annually to help keep Brooklyn’s Backyard green, vibrant and welcoming. The volunteer season runs from April through November.  Register today to become a volunteer in Prospect Park.

Full vaccination is now required in order to attend volunteer events at Prospect Park. Face coverings (masks) are not required for volunteers during outdoor projects. Volunteers are welcome to wear masks at their discretion.

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Become a Volunteer

Register with the Alliance to volunteer in Prospect Park.

Volunteer Portal

Browse upcoming opportunities, register for an event, update your volunteer profile and more.

Community Group Volunteering

Prospect Park Alliance offers volunteer opportunities for non-profit community groups during select public weekend programs.

Corporate Volunteering

Learn more about corporate volunteering opportunities in Prospect Park.

Youth, Teen and Family Volunteer Opportunities

Prospect Park Alliance offers opportunities for families and youth ages 17 and under to lend a hand and explore Brooklyn’s Backyard!

Sunset Series

Join a new weekday evening volunteer opportunity to make the most of longer days! Get outside and lend a hand at locations throughout Brooklyn’s Backyard. Appropriate for adults 18+.

Summer Spruce Up

Join a special summer volunteer series on Thursdays through August + assist with invasive plant removal, trail maintenance, litter pick up and other landscaping needs. Appropriate for teens 14-17 and adults 18+.

Park Pitch In

Join Prospect Park Alliance on select weekends throughout the season to celebrate the park and our environment with range of projects from tree care to removing invasive plants and weeds, picking up trash and much more! Open to groups, supervised youth ages 9-13, teens + adults.