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Volunteer Opportunities in Sacramento: Events, Causes, and How to Get Involved
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A guide to volunteer and community events in the Sacramento area, including creek cleanups, farm volunteering, and family-friendly activities that support local causes.
Event highlights and how to get involved:
1) City of Roseville Olympus Pointe Park Adopt-a-Creek Clean Up
– When: Saturday, November 1, 2025, at 9:00 am
– What: Creek cleanup along the trail and waterway; volunteers collect trash and debris. Community Service Credit available.
– Where to meet: Park behind the Home Depot Parking lot at the trailhead for Sculpture Park.
– What to wear: Comfortable clothes and closed-toed shoes suitable for outdoor activities.
– Organizer/partners: City of Roseville, Dry Creek Conservancy, Valley Foothill Watersheds Collaborative
– Registration/waiver: Registration and a signed waiver required; minors under 18 require a waiver signed by a parent or guardian.
– Cancellations: May be canceled due to weather or other safety concerns; notified at least 24 hours in advance via email to registered volunteers.
2) Farm to Fort (Sutter’s Fort, Sacramento)
– What it is: An annual fundraising and community event featuring food from local restaurants, beer/wine/spirits tastings, live entertainment, and a DJ.
– Admission (example tiers): Bites and entertainment $40; General $85; VIP $125 (ages 21+; price includes fees).
– When: Check individual dates (e.g., Oct 24, 2025 listed; times vary by ticket type).
– Why participate: Support local cuisine, beverages, and festival activities; optional raffles and a Halloween costume contest add to the fun.
– Organizer/hosts: Sacramento365, Visit Sacramento, City of Sacramento Office of Arts and Culture (OAC)
3) Halloween at the Farm (Soil Born Farms)
– What it is: A family-friendly Halloween celebration with activities for kids and adults.
– Activities: Spooktacular Youth Garden (pumpkin decorating, flower crowns, nature crafts), live critters from Sacramento Splash, Bat Hollow Maze, bird walk, solar viewing, talks about bats/owl ecology, regenerative farming.
– Food/fundraising: Farmhouse Kitchen Brunch featuring items like Scrumburgers, French toast bake, vegetarian chili; proceeds support Soil Born Farm’s Culinary Arts program.
– Organizer/hosts: Soil Born Farms, Sacramento365, Visit Sacramento, City of Sacramento Office of Arts and Culture (OAC)
– Notes: Families welcome; check Sacramento365 for event details and times.
How to get involved (general tips)
– Sign up in advance: Many events require pre-registration or waivers (especially for minors). Confirm registration details on the event pages or organizers’ sites.
– Volunteer roles: Creek cleanups often need hands-on trash collection, data recording, and safety briefings. Farm-event volunteering may involve setup, hospitality, or activity support.
– Community credit and benefits: Some events offer community service credits or perks for volunteers; verify with organizers.
– Stay informed: Cancellations and updates are typically posted by organizers via email or the event listing pages.
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