VOLUNTEER

Become a Moncus Park Volunteer!

Interested in becoming a Moncus Park volunteer? Whether you would like to be out in the Park, provide event support, or assist with weekly programming, there are a variety of ways to lend a hand at Moncus Park.

Volunteers are crucial to maintaining and improving the health of Moncus Park. Each year Moncus Park sees nearly 500 volunteers work hard to keep our landscapes thriving. With nearly 100 acres to take care of, there’s a lot to do! Together we can continue to properly care for this Park, which means so much to so many.

For questions about our current Volunteer Opportunities or for questions regarding Community Service, please email Rebecca Owens at rowens@moncuspark.org.

To register as a volunteer and join our mailing list to learn about upcoming volunteer opportunities, complete the Volunteer Registration here OR select one of our regular volunteer opportunities below to get involved today!

GET INVOLVED!

Individual Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers are needed to keep the Park looking clean and beautiful. Join us on any Tuesday or Thursday to help out with a variety of seasonal tasks. These are just a few of the activities volunteers perform in the Park: Weeding and mulching plant beds Planting and watering trees Removing invasive plants Taking out trash Litter Abatement Planting new landscapes These are great one-time experiences if you are looking to get a breath of fresh air while giving back to your community in your spare time!

Conservation Club

Interested in being a representative of Moncus Park? If you find yourself at the Park more than anywhere else and have a passion for horticulture and trees, consider donating your time in our Conservation Club! The Conservation Club provides an outlet for environmental enthusiasts to lend an extra set of hands in protecting Moncus Park’s natural assets. Club members will learn from and work alongside key team members and community experts, building lasting relationships and increasing knowledge about park ecosystems and operations. By hosting weekly volunteer sessions, we aim to increase knowledge and passion for our environment at Moncus Park and throughout the Acadiana Region!

APPLY - CONSERVATION CLUB

Dog Park Ambassador

Become a Dog Park Ambassador and help us create beautiful and welcoming spaces for the Acadiana region to enjoy for generations to come! Dog Park Ambassadors help Moncus Park and the Acadiana community of dog lovers keep Giles Automotive Family Small Dog Park a happy, healthy, and safe space for dogs and their owners to relax and enjoy. This valuable opportunity includes: Welcoming and greeting users of the Dog Park Monitoring Dog Park guests and their furry companions Facilitating a fun and enjoyable environment in the Dog Park Educating, informing, and advocating for Giles Small Dog Park

APPLY - DOG PARK AMBASSADOR

Corporate or Group Impact Days

Corporate and groups of volunteers fill an essential role in the health and upkeep of Moncus Park! Horticultural and maintenance projects promote team-building while providing an important service to the Park. Corporate or group "Impact Days" are based on the needs of the park at the time of the scheduled visit and are typically scheduled for 2-3 hours. Put your green thumb to good use in our diverse ecosystems! Work alongside our native plant horticulturists and conservation team to help maintain the park gardens, native plant-beds, and grounds. Gain some insider tips on gardening in Louisiana’s natural climate. Tasks include (but not limited to) pruning, seed collecting, planting, trash pickup and invasive species removal. Tasks are determined by workload and seasonal demands. All tools and training are provided. Sign up your group by clicking the link below!

SUBMIT GROUP PROJECT

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO!

Volunteers must register through the portal and create an account before selecting a Volunteer Opportunity.

Volunteers are encouraged to wear closed-toe shoes and weather appropriate clothing.

Please bring a water bottle, gloves, and any other materials that you desire to help you complete your task!

PARTNERSHIP OPPORUNITIES:

Through corporate and community partnerships, Moncus Park is able to nurture and facilitate positive experiences for the community by providing quality facilities, services, and programs. Whether it’s adopting a garden bed, donating seeds or organic material, you can make a difference at Moncus Park!

Corporate Engagement: Corporate engagement can be defined as workplace-based partnerships where employers provide support or encouragement to facilitate volunteering efforts or other involvement opportunities with local organizations.

Adopt-A-Bed: is an opportunity for friends, service organizations, or businesses to help maintain and beautify various garden beds in Moncus Park. We are home to hundreds of plant species and need your help to maintain them! Volunteers are asked to come out weekly or bi-weekly to weed, replenish, and care for their dedicated garden bed. Park adopters can be groups of individual plant lovers, neighborhood associations, community organizations, school clubs, or local businesses.

In-kind Giving: In-kind Giving can be defined as the donation of tangible goods or services, such as park equipment, supplies, and/or professional expertise.