Opportunities From: Elkhart Helping Hearts

Sign up here if you would like to help with:

Set upAny of the stations (no preference)If you are only able to help for part of a shift

For those helping during the event, we will pair you with the station that needs you the most. 

Examples and instructions are provided (see the stewardship page below). Each station will be about 10 minutes. Orientation starts at 8 AM and will cover all of the stations so volunteers can see how each one fits together. If you are not able to volunteer for the entire shift, please leave a note or send EEC staff an email (at EECmail@coei.org) to let us know when you're available.

Want to kick off your Saturday with fresh air, community spirit, and the buzz of downtown Elkhart coming alive? Join us at the Elkhart Parks Farmer’s Market—voted Best Downtown Elkhart Activity!

As a Set-Up Volunteer, you’ll hang out with us from 7:30 am – 9:30 am and help bring the market to life:
    Pop-up tents, tables, and chairs
    Add those finishing touches with displays and accessories
    Greet vendors, point them to their spaces, and assist with check-in

After your shift, the market is yours to explore! Shop local goods, snag tasty treats, and soak in the atmosphere you helped create. 

    Bonus: Complete 5 volunteer shifts and score a FREE event shirt!

Be part of the energy. Be part of the market. Be part of Elkhart

Farmers Market Ambassador 

Love chatting with people, spreading good vibes, and making someone’s day? This role is for you! As a Farmers Market Ambassador, you’ll be the smiling face that greets guests at the market.

Here’s what you’ll do:
    Welcome guests with a friendly hello
    Share punch cards and help folks redeem prizes
    Keep the market experience fun, upbeat, and welcoming

The market runs from 9 am – 1 pm. Shifts are flexible in 2-hour increments—you choose how much time you’d like to give!

After your shift, wander the market to shop for goodies, taste local treats, and soak up the community atmosphere.

Bonus: Complete 5 volunteer shifts and earn a FREE event shirt!

Be the reason people love coming to the market

Farmers Market Wrap-Up Crew 

Short on time but big on impact? This is the perfect role for you! As a Wrap-Up Crew Volunteer, you’ll be the behind-the-scenes hero who helps the market end as smoothly as it begins.

Here’s what you’ll do:
    Take down directional signs around the market
    Fold up tents, tables, and chairs
    Carry supplies back to storage and load the shed

This shift is only about 1 hour and 15 minutes—just enough time to lend a hand without taking up your whole day. Plus, you can shop the market before your shift and enjoy all the fresh finds! 

Although this task is small, the impact is HUGE—your help keeps our market running smoothly week after week.

Bonus: Complete 5 volunteer shifts and earn a FREE event shirt!

Sign up today and join the Wrap-Up Crew that keeps the market shining!

Adopt-A-Garden with Elkhart Parks & Rec!
Whether you’re a party of one or a powerhouse crew of 100, you can make a real difference right here in Elkhart by adopting a park!

Adopt-A-Garden is all about park pride and stewardship. From planting seeds and pulling invasive plants to beautifying green spaces with a little elbow grease—every action, big or small, helps create a cleaner, greener, and more welcoming park for everyone.

 1-hour sessions or full-day projects—YOU choose the impact.
 It’s instantly rewarding—step back and see the change you made!
 Perfect for families, friend groups, coworkers, teams, clubs, and neighbors.
 Get ready for teamwork, smiles, and maybe even some friendly competition!

This program is open to all ages and abilities, and there are plenty of ways to get involved. We’ve already had adopters in the community create "free pick" gardens and teach others how to garden, all while building great relationships! 

Want to start your own ripple effect of community service and make a lasting impact? Let’s talk!
 Email: mandi.null@coei.org
 Call/Text: 574-350-1817

Adopt a garden. Grow your community. Be the difference.

Adopt-A-Park with Elkhart Parks & Rec!
Whether you’re a party of one or a powerhouse crew of 100, you can make a real difference right here in Elkhart by adopting a park!

Adopt-A-Park is all about park pride and stewardship. From picking up litter and pulling invasive plants to beautifying green spaces with a little elbow grease—every action, big or small, helps create a cleaner, greener, and more welcoming park for everyone.

 1-hour cleanups, park activation, or full-day projects—YOU choose the impact.
 It’s instantly rewarding—step back and see the change you made!
 Perfect for families, friend groups, coworkers, teams, clubs, and businesses.
 Get ready for teamwork, smiles, and maybe even some friendly competition!

This program is open to all ages and abilities, and there are plenty of ways to get involved. We’ve already got a growing list of groups who’ve stepped up—including companies who are adopting their second parks!

Want to start your own ripple effect of community service and make a lasting impact? Let’s talk!
 Email: mandi.null@coei.org
 Call/Text: 574-350-1817

Adopt a park. Grow your community. Be the difference.