Volunteer

There’s always a lot to do at the farm! There are many opportunities to serve in a variety of ways for individuals and groups, one-time or an on-going basis.  The farm operates entirely on volunteers and without you, we could not exist! 

 

Volunteers must be age 18 or older. However, if a youth age 17 or under is interested in volunteering, he or she must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian or be approved as a Youth Volunteer. 

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​Volunteer Opportunities

Herd Team

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Equine Support: These team members will help provide hay, water, and a well- kept environment for the horses and donkey during mealtime.

(Requirements:18+, weekly commitment,1.5 hour commitment)

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Goat, Chicken, and Cat Support: These team members will help provide food, water, and a well-kept environment for the animals during mealtime. 

(Requirements: 16+, weekly commitment, 1.5 hour commitment)

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Farm Team

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Grounds Team: Upkeep of grounds, pastures, building, infrastructure, development, and hosting service groups.

Requirments: 18+ (13 -17 with a guardian present) Weekly participation is encouraged. A minimum of once a month commitment is required.

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Barn & Garden Team: Focus on grounds, beautification, gardening, and general property maintenance as a means for mentees and guests to experience the farm as a haven. This team would be a great opportunity for families to serve together.

Requirements: 16+ (5+ with a guardian) minimum of eight-hour monthly commitment on Fidays or Saturdays from 8 to 11am

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Program Team

Areas of serving include: Leading Mentoring Sessions or Leading Mentoring Groups, leading Farm Volunteers, helping with farm chores.

 

1:1 Mentors : Work with a mentee and the animals to help your mentee work on goals, develop relationships, and cultivate hope.

Requirements: 18+, by request of staff, signed statement of faith, approximately a weekly 2-hour commitment.

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Group Mentors : Work with a group of kids of similar ages in skill building and leadership sessions.

Requirements: 18+ , signed statement of faith, approximately a weekly 2- hour commitment.

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Administrative

There are many opportunities for individuals who love being behind the scenes and have an eye for details and creativity, such as organizing and communicating with volunteers and donors, processing registration forms, volunteer and participant forms, updating program documents, and preparing newsletters.

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Special Event Team​

 Events might include: 

- Christmas in the Barn

- AgriVenture Team Member

- Building Project Team

- Fundraisers

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If you're interested in helping in any of the above areas, please complete the following Volunteer Application form. 

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Volunteer Process

 

• Complete and submit the following:​
  - Volunteer Application
  - Liability Waiver

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• After the Volunteer Application and Liability Waiver have been received, MLF will conduct a background check on all adults.

 

• Within one week of submission of above items, email MLF to arrange a time for a Volunteer Visit. This is a time for you to get to know more about our programs, volunteer needs and for us learn more about you and your desire to volunteer at MLF.
   

• Complete scheduled training - Individual training as well as group training and shadowing opportunities will be available - come with a teachable spirit and we will help you learn all you desire to! You’ll probably find out that you gain far more than you give. 

 

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