Where You’ll Be:
Centennial Gardens is a thoughtfully designed urban garden space near downtown Denver that blends horticulture, history, and community use. With a mix of garden beds and open space, it offers a welcoming and engaging environment for volunteers.
What You’ll Do:
This opportunity is in partnership with Civic Center Conservancy (CCC) and their volunteer program, SPARKLES, which continues volunteerism efforts during Civic Center Park renovations with horticulture support for Denver Parks & Recreation in various parks around downtown.
Volunteers ages 12+ will help with horticulture tasks like planting flowers, mulching, debris clean up, native and annual bed care, and weeding!
Why It Matters:
As a volunteer, you will play a crucial role in maintaining Denver’s urban green spaces, making them more beautiful, welcoming, and ecologically healthy. Regular care supports plant health, improves habitat for pollinators and wildlife, and ensures these spaces remain enjoyable for the many people who use them.
Eligibility Requirements:
Ages 12+
Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult aged 21 or older.
Project Difficulty:
This project is considered easy, please check our difficulty rating criteria here for more details.
Physical Considerations: Volunteers can expect to be bending down and kneeling. There is significant sun exposure in this location.
Access Factors:
Vehicle Access: No vehicle restrictions - 2WD accessible
Other Notes: This project will be led on-site by Civic Center Conservancy staff.
If you like to volunteer on weekdays, you can view similar projects here.
