Houston’s most important natural resource: each other.

Lend a hand!

Volunteers are invited to care for the parks, trails, and unique spaces along Buffalo Bayou. Join together to help tend native vegetation, pick up trash, and beautify the our public spaces along Houston’s most significant natural waterway.

Individual Workdays

Individuals ages 9 and up (and small groups of 5 or less) can join our Monthly Volunteer Day typically held on the 3rd Saturday of each month from 8:30 – 11:30am. View upcoming workdays here.

Individuals and small family/household groups are invited to volunteer Wednesday – Friday. View open time slots here.

Group Volunteering

Groups of 10 to 25 people are welcome to volunteer Wednesday – Friday and on select Saturdays from 8:30 – 11:30am.

Contact BBP’s Volunteer Coordinator for scheduling and additional information at volunteer@buffalobayou.org or 713.752.0314 ext. 206.

Request a Date

Special Events

Volunteer opportunities are also available at special events throughout the year such as the Buffalo Bayou Partnership Regatta, Kids Day, and Market Square Bingo Nights.

GET IN TOUCH

Volunteer Spotlight:

Earth Day 2025

This spring saw thousands of volunteers from community organizations, corporations, schools, and individuals lending a helping hand to keep BBP’s trails and green spaces clean, accessible, and thriving.

For Earth Day, Enbridge and VLS Environmental Solutions rolled up their sleeves to make an impact on the ground along Buffalo Bayou. VLS dug deep and generously donated (and planted!) six large Live Oak trees which will keep Buffalo Bayou Park cool, green, and resilient. As the Presenting Sponsor of our 2025 volunteer program, Enbridge’s support expands BBP’s volunteer engagement and continue our work preserving essential urban landscapes.

Want to get involved? We have many ways to join the fun! Find a volunteer opportunity that fits your time and talents.

Volunteer with us!

To learn more about Buffalo Bayou Partnership volunteer opportunities, please contact us at volunteer@buffalobayou.org or 713.752.0314 ext. 206.

Buffalo Bayou Partnership’s 2025 Volunteer Program is generously supported by

Volunteer Waiver

To volunteer with BBP, please create a profile on our GetConnected dashboard. Once the volunteer waiver is completed, you can select from our available volunteer opportunities.

Registration for a volunteer opportunity usually closes 48 hours prior to the event to ensure we have enough tools and materials available. Volunteers under 18 must have a parent or legal guardian provide consent. Children under the age of 9 are not eligible to volunteer.

Volunteer Waiver

Volunteer Information Packet

Volunteer Policies

All volunteers must read and sign an online waiver no later than 48 hours before volunteering with Buffalo Bayou Partnership.
Unchaperoned volunteers must be at least 18 years of age. Youth ages 9 – 17 years are welcome with a chaperone 21 years or older. There must be one adult per ten youth present.
Closed-toe shoes or boots are required.
Volunteers must supply their own water, snacks, insect repellant, sunscreen, or medicine.
Students, scouts, and others needing community service hours (non-court ordered) may be able to join scheduled groups. Email us for available dates.

Safety Tips

We do everything we can to ensure the safety of park visitors, volunteers, and staff. Volunteers may use standard gardening and landscaping tools on which they will be trained. Tasks can be modified to accommodate all abilities. When working outdoors, there are always precautions to consider. Here are some helpful tips for a safe experience:

Stay hydrated
Take frequent breaks
Wear proper clothing
Prepare for the environment
Monitor weather conditions

Detailed safety information can found here.

Court-Ordered Volunteers (COV)