Thank you for your interest in volunteering at Ithaca Children’s Garden!
Community members of all ages, skills, and abilities are invited to help us cultivate a thriving, vibrant space for visitors. From weeding, planting, and painting, to volunteering at ICG’s signature events, your time and effort make a world of difference.
Whether you’re volunteering as an individual or with a group, getting started is easy. Just click the “register” button below to fill out an interest form.
Garden Site Volunteer Days offer a welcoming, hands-on way to make a meaningful impact at ICG. There’s something for everyone — whether you’re passionate about tending veggie beds, spreading mulch, or simply sharing your time and positive energy with the space.
2026 Dates:
Saturday, April 18, 10 AM – 1 PM
Saturday, June 13, 10 AM – 1 PM
Saturday, August 29, 9 AM – 12 PM
Saturday, October 10, 10 AM – 1 PM
RegisterSeasonal events at ICG bring the community together to celebrate nature, play, and the rhythms of the year through joyful, family-friendly experiences—we’re always looking for volunteers to help with setup, cleanup, running activity stations, and more.
Check back soon for 2026 dates and registration information.
Questions about volunteering at ICG? Email volunteer@ithacachildrensgarden.org for more info.
Photographer Sarah Clapp asked this question to some of ICG’s incredible members, partners, and Garden enthusiasts, and the outcome was simply beautiful. The resulting exhibition, Photographing Philanthropy for the Love of Humanity, debuted at ICG’s 2017 Annual Celebration and perfectly encapsulates the role of the Garden in the lives and hearts of ICG devotees. See for yourself!
“I was born and raised in Ithaca and I was looking for a way to give back to the community, a friend was on the board of the garden and I was intrigued by working with children to get them out into the natural world. Being part of educating a generation on the importance and wonder of the natural world is one of the many reasons I became involved with the garden.”
“My involvement with the Ithaca Children’s Garden started many years ago. I was able to work with the team involved, and I realized quickly that the team was very passionate which was inspiring. From the team, to the enjoyment I see in the faces of the children who explore it, being outdoors and interacting with nature, that connection with the natural world is amazing to see.”
“I know how much my children love the Garden, and I feel like the Garden is a place where I can contribute my unique skills to add to the already existing magic. I can see how the passion of the staff helps to make that magic happen which is one of the many reasons I love being a part of it.”
