Greenhouse Support Volunteer (Recurring Shifts) @ Colonial Farms

Description

Join our Horticulture team for hands-on work in the greenhouse! This active, behind-the-scenes volunteer opportunity plays an important role in supporting plant production and daily operations.

What You’ll Do:
Volunteers will assist with a variety of tasks, including unloading trucks, setting up tables, cleaning work areas, and helping move plant materials. Tasks may vary slightly each shift depending on greenhouse needs.

Schedule:
This is a recurring opportunity with limited spots available (2–3 volunteers per shift):

  • Tuesdays:
    • 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    • 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM
  • Thursdays:
    • 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM (morning shift only)

Qualifications:

  • Ability to move flats of plants between racks and tables
  • Comfortable lifting and carrying lightweight items
  • Willingness to assist with cleaning and general greenhouse tasks

Important Details:

  • This opportunity is outdoors
  • Not family-friendly (best suited for individual adult volunteers)

What to Bring:

  • Sun protection (hat, sunscreen, etc.)
  • Water
  • Gloves

Upon Arrival:
Please check in at the front desk and ask for a greenhouse lead team member.

Interested in volunteering with a group?
Team registration is available for this opportunity.

Point of Contact: Dakota Lepker | dlepker@powellgardens.org

Location

Location Dot Shift 27610 E Wyatt Rd
Blue Springs  64041
Begins Duration Open Spots Respond
Thu May 7, 2026 @ 10:00am
to 1:00pm
3.00 hours 3 of 3
Tue May 12, 2026 @ 10:00am
to 1:00pm
3.00 hours 2 of 3
Tue May 12, 2026 @ 1:30pm
to 4:00pm
2.50 hours 2 of 3
Thu May 14, 2026 @ 10:00am
to 1:00pm
3.00 hours 3 of 3
Tue May 19, 2026 @ 10:00am
to 1:00pm
3.00 hours 2 of 3
Tue May 19, 2026 @ 1:30pm
to 4:00pm
2.50 hours 1 of 3
Thu May 21, 2026 @ 10:00am
to 1:00pm
3.00 hours 2 of 3
Tue May 26, 2026 @ 10:00am
to 1:00pm
3.00 hours 2 of 3
Tue May 26, 2026 @ 1:30pm
to 4:00pm
2.50 hours 2 of 3
Thu May 28, 2026 @ 10:00am
to 1:00pm
3.00 hours 3 of 3
Tue Jun 2, 2026 @ 10:00am
to 1:00pm
3.00 hours 3 of 3
Tue Jun 2, 2026 @ 1:30pm
to 4:00pm
2.50 hours 1 of 3
Thu Jun 4, 2026 @ 10:00am
to 1:00pm
3.00 hours 3 of 3
Tue Jun 9, 2026 @ 10:00am
to 1:00pm
3.00 hours 3 of 3
Tue Jun 9, 2026 @ 1:30pm
to 4:00pm
2.50 hours 2 of 3
Thu Jun 11, 2026 @ 10:00am
to 1:00pm
3.00 hours 3 of 3
Tue Jun 16, 2026 @ 10:00am
to 1:00pm
3.00 hours 3 of 3
Tue Jun 16, 2026 @ 1:30pm
to 4:00pm
2.50 hours 1 of 3
Thu Jun 18, 2026 @ 10:00am
to 1:00pm
3.00 hours 3 of 3
Tue Jun 23, 2026 @ 10:00am
to 1:00pm
3.00 hours 3 of 3
Tue Jun 23, 2026 @ 1:30pm
to 4:00pm
2.50 hours 2 of 3
Thu Jun 25, 2026 @ 10:00am
to 1:00pm
3.00 hours 3 of 3
Tue Jun 30, 2026 @ 10:00am
to 1:00pm
3.00 hours 3 of 3
Tue Jun 30, 2026 @ 1:30pm
to 4:00pm
2.50 hours 2 of 3