Parks Division Volunteer Opportunities

We are always looking for people who are interested in becoming a "Deadheader" (caregiver for the rose beds). All volunteers will be trained in the art of proper "deadheading" techniques. We ask that all Deadheaders volunteer a minimum of two hours per week per month. Volunteers are given rose beds to adopt and maintain from June - October.

April - October | Raleigh Rose Garden | 301 Pogue Street

Many of our volunteers have the opportunity to do gardening and landscaping around our parks. Our Parks Department staff work closely with the volunteers for these projects.

We get a lot of interest, especially from school and youth groups, to keep our parks beautified by helping to remove litter and debris.

Many of our volunteers help with mulching in our parks. Mulching is one of the most beneficial things you can do for soil and plants.

Many volunteer jobs include painting of buildings, railings and other parks and recreation structures. Painting can really help keep our buildings look up to date.

Many of our volunteers have the responsibility of planting annuals around our City parks. Parks staff work closely with the volunteers describing the different types of annuals and showing them the best ways to plant.

Raleigh Parks and Recreation operates and maintains over 65 playgrounds around the City. Each year the City works to rehabilitate some of the older playgrounds with the help of many volunteers.

The Parks and Recreation Department operates and maintains over 60 miles of Greenway trails. The trails are used to connect people to various parks and attractions. Volunteers are needed to help maintain these trails.