Volunteer: Elkhart Parks & Rec Community Green Days!Get Your Hands Dirty for a Good Cause in 2026 Elkhart Parks & Recreation’s Root Crew is excited to host Community Green Days throughout 2026—hands-on, feel-good days dedicated to beautifying our local parks. On these planned service days, the Elkhart Parks & Recreation team provides all the tools, supplies, and guidance needed. All you need to bring is yourself, a few friends, and a passion for giving back to the places where you live and play. Community Green Days are perfect for school groups, business teams, church groups, scouts, neighborhood associations, and anyone looking to make a positive impact together. These are open-house style events from 9 am to 3 pm, so you can drop in when it fits your schedule and stay as long as you’re able—every bit of help makes a difference. Get outside, work alongside your community, and leave a lasting mark on our parks. Gather your friends, family, coworkers, or neighbors and sign up today to be part of something meaningful! Locations TBD Program: Elkhart Parks & Recreation Get Your Hands Dirty for a Good Cause in 2026 Elkhart Parks & Recreation’s Root Crew is excited to host Community Green Days throughout 2026—hands-on, feel-good days dedicated to beautifying our local parks. On these planned service days, the Elkhart Parks & Recreation team provides all the tools, supplies, and guidance needed. All you need to bring is yourself, a few friends, and a passion for giving back to the places where you live and play. Community Green Days are perfect for school groups, business teams, church groups, scouts, neighborhood associations, and anyone looking to make a positive impact together. These are open-house style events from 9 am to 3 pm, so you can drop in when it fits your schedule and stay as long as you’re able—every bit of help makes a difference. Get outside, work alongside your community, and leave a lasting mark on our parks. Gather your friends, family, coworkers, or neighbors and sign up today to be part of something meaningful! Locations TBD Program: Elkhart Parks & Recreation Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 46516 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Soccer Coaches!Volunteer Soccer Coaches Needed! The City of Elkhart Parks Department is looking for volunteer soccer coaches to help lead our youth leagues this season. You don’t need elite soccer skills—just a basic understanding of the game, a positive attitude, and a willingness to have fun with kids. Our leagues serve ages 3–4, 5–7, and 8–12, and your energy and encouragement make a huge difference. This is a short time commitment with a big impact: just 4 practices and 3 games, all scheduled between 5:30–7:30 PM. Coaches must complete a background check (required to work with children), and it’s paid for by the Parks Department. This opportunity is perfect for parents who want to coach while their child plays, high school seniors looking to earn community service hours, or anyone who wants to give back to our community and support local youth. Step onto the field, build confidence, and help kids fall in love with the game. Volunteer today to coach one of our fun soccer leagues! Registration to coach closes 3/23/26 so all backgrounds can be submitted by 3/24/26. We'll have a special coaches meeting on 4/21/26 @ 6pm. Program: Elkhart Parks & Recreation Volunteer Soccer Coaches Needed! The City of Elkhart Parks Department is looking for volunteer soccer coaches to help lead our youth leagues this season. You don’t need elite soccer skills—just a basic understanding of the game, a positive attitude, and a willingness to have fun with kids. Our leagues serve ages 3–4, 5–7, and 8–12, and your energy and encouragement make a huge difference. This is a short time commitment with a big impact: just 4 practices and 3 games, all scheduled between 5:30–7:30 PM. Coaches must complete a background check (required to work with children), and it’s paid for by the Parks Department. This opportunity is perfect for parents who want to coach while their child plays, high school seniors looking to earn community service hours, or anyone who wants to give back to our community and support local youth. Step onto the field, build confidence, and help kids fall in love with the game. Volunteer today to coach one of our fun soccer leagues! Registration to coach closes 3/23/26 so all backgrounds can be submitted by 3/24/26. We'll have a special coaches meeting on 4/21/26 @ 6pm. Program: Elkhart Parks & Recreation Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Apr 22, 2026 through May 13, 2026 Zip Code: 46516 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Celebrate Trails Day with Pumpkinvine Trails CoalitionJoin the Pumpkinvine Trails Coalition & Elkhart Parks at Sterling Park to Celebrate Trails Day! A variety of projects are available and are generally suitable for all ages and skill levels. Projects for this day are subject to change based on weather conditions. We will focus on park beautification, which includes debris removal, planting seeds, and removing invasive species. Additionally, we are working on a creative project option to enhance the visibility and appeal of that section of the trail. The Parks Department Volunteer Program will provide all the tools and supplies needed. We ask volunteers to dress weather-appropriately and wear closed-toe shoes. Check out the Pumpkinvine Trials Coalition website here to sign up: Celebrate Trails Day Sign-Up Program: Elkhart Parks & Recreation Join the Pumpkinvine Trails Coalition & Elkhart Parks at Sterling Park to Celebrate Trails Day! A variety of projects are available and are generally suitable for all ages and skill levels. Projects for this day are subject to change based on weather conditions. We will focus on park beautification, which includes debris removal, planting seeds, and removing invasive species. Additionally, we are working on a creative project option to enhance the visibility and appeal of that section of the trail. The Parks Department Volunteer Program will provide all the tools and supplies needed. We ask volunteers to dress weather-appropriately and wear closed-toe shoes. Check out the Pumpkinvine Trials Coalition website here to sign up: Celebrate Trails Day Sign-Up Program: Elkhart Parks & Recreation Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Apr 25, 2026 Zip Code: 46516 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Art Walk Wednesdays!Volunteer for Art Walk Wednesdays- Be Part of the Creative Energy! Looking for a fun way to give back, get moving, and enjoy some local flavor? Join us as a volunteer at Art Walk Wednesdays, happening on the last Wednesday of each month (June-September 2026) from 4:30 to 8:30 PM in downtown Elkhart! Sign up for a 2-hour shift, or volunteer for all 4; every little bit helps! Volunteers will enjoy a variety of tasks that help bring this vibrant community event to life: Set the scene by placing sandwich board signs at participating merchants before the event starts, then help take them down at the end. Be a friendly face and help visitors find their way by handing out Art Walk maps as an ambassador. Capture the magic as a Back-Up Photographer, snapping candid moments of art, music, and community fun to help us share the story of Art Walk (camera phones welcome!)This is a great opportunity to get in some extra steps, meet our amazing local artists and shop owners, and soak in live music while helping make this event unforgettable. Whether you're passionate about art, love meeting new people, or just want to experience Elkhart in a whole new way, we'd love to have you on the Art Walk team! Program: Elkhart Parks & Recreation Volunteer for Art Walk Wednesdays- Be Part of the Creative Energy! Looking for a fun way to give back, get moving, and enjoy some local flavor? Join us as a volunteer at Art Walk Wednesdays, happening on the last Wednesday of each month (June-September 2026) from 4:30 to 8:30 PM in downtown Elkhart! Sign up for a 2-hour shift, or volunteer for all 4; every little bit helps! Volunteers will enjoy a variety of tasks that help bring this vibrant community event to life: Set the scene by placing sandwich board signs at participating merchants before the event starts, then help take them down at the end. Be a friendly face and help visitors find their way by handing out Art Walk maps as an ambassador. Capture the magic as a Back-Up Photographer, snapping candid moments of art, music, and community fun to help us share the story of Art Walk (camera phones welcome!)This is a great opportunity to get in some extra steps, meet our amazing local artists and shop owners, and soak in live music while helping make this event unforgettable. Whether you're passionate about art, love meeting new people, or just want to experience Elkhart in a whole new way, we'd love to have you on the Art Walk team! Program: Elkhart Parks & Recreation Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 46516 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Farmers Market Set-Up Crew!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: 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 Program: Elkhart Parks & Recreation 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: 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 Program: Elkhart Parks & Recreation Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Zip Code: 46516 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Farmers Market Ambassador!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: 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 Program: Elkhart Parks & Recreation 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: 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 Program: Elkhart Parks & Recreation Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Zip Code: 46516 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Farmers Market Wrap-Up Crew!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: 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! Program: Elkhart Parks & Recreation 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: 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! Program: Elkhart Parks & Recreation Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Zip Code: 46516 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Adopt-A-GardenAdopt-A-Garden with Elkhart Parks & Rec! 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. 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! Adopt a garden. Grow your community. Be the difference. Program: Elkhart Parks & Recreation Adopt-A-Garden with Elkhart Parks & Rec! 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. 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! Adopt a garden. Grow your community. Be the difference. Program: Elkhart Parks & Recreation Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Zip Code: 46516 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Adopt-A-ParkAdopt-A-Park with Elkhart Parks & Rec! 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. 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! Adopt a park. Grow your community. Be the difference. Program: Elkhart Parks & Recreation Adopt-A-Park with Elkhart Parks & Rec! 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. 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! Adopt a park. Grow your community. Be the difference. Program: Elkhart Parks & Recreation Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Zip Code: 46516 Allow Groups: Yes |