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Volunteering is a wonderful way to give back to the community, and we are thrilled to embrace volunteers in the Greater Lafayette Area. Numerous opportunities are available, from serving on a board, assisting with one-time special events, and coaching youth sports. Whatever your interests and skills may be, there is a volunteer opportunity that's perfect for you. Donating your time can make our city a better and more welcoming place for everyone.
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West Lafayette
Farmers Market
Location: Cumberland Park
The West Lafayette Farmers Market is currently in need of additional volunteers to help with various tasks such as setting up, cleaning up, removing trash, and handling recycling. This volunteering opportunity is perfect for community service groups looking to get involved. For additional information, please reach out to Shelly, the Market Manager, at wlaf.farmersmarket@gmail.com. Or stop by the market and talk to Shelly.
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 Lilly Nature Center
Location: Lilly Nature Center
A team of dedicated community volunteers are the backbone of the LNC and Celery Bog Nature Area. The LNC needs more volunteers who can help open the building and provide nature-based educational sessions to families who visit the center. They also seek volunteers to help with several community events.
Contact Kyle Gebhart at kgebhart@westlafayette.in.gov for more information.
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Parks and Greenspace
If you enjoy helping to plant flowers and mulch community spaces, we would love to have you volunteer to keep our parks and green spaces beautiful for everyone to enjoy. Contact John Muller at jmuller@westlafayette.in.gov to learn more about park and greenspace projects needing volunteers.
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Special Park Events
We proudly organize numerous impactful events every year, such as the Back to School Ice Cream Social, Fall Festival, Spring Egg Hunt, and more. These events need a lot of volunteers to make them happen! Contact Mary Czaja-Casillas at mczaja-casillas@westlafayette.in.gov to sign up.
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Wabash Riverfest
Get ready for an unforgettable Riverfest! The staff and volunteers have gone above and beyond to create a fantastic experience for everyone. From fishing and float trips to paddle boarding, there's something for every family. There are activities for kids, teens, and adults so that everyone can join in the fun. Live music, races, and educational booths will make this event memorable. Please consider volunteering - visit their website for all the details! https://wabashriverfest.com
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West Lafayette Tree Friends
Location: Locations Vary
The West Lafayette Tree Friends is a volunteer organization that collaborates with the City to take care of and prune trees located within the City's right of way. They are looking for volunteers to assist with pruning, cleaning up, distributing door hangers, and participating in community events. Visit the Tree Friends website for more information at www.wltreefriends.org
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Thank You
If your organization or business is interested in coming together for a meaningful team-building exercise, or if you're looking to coordinate a project for FFA or scout groups, please get in touch with Heather Witt at hwitt@westlafayette.in.gov. Keep in mind that organizing and implementing large projects and welcoming service groups may require several weeks or even months to ensure their success. Moreover, some projects may need approval from the Park Board.
If you need more information on volunteer opportunities, feel free to email us at wlparks@westlafayette.in.gov with the subject line "Volunteering." We will be sure to pass along your request to the appropriate staff person.
Thank you,
Your West Lafayette Parks and Recreation Department
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Parks and Recreation
222 N Chauncey Ave
West Lafayette, IN 47906
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