Street Tree Planting: Battery Park

Brief Organizational Description

The Richmond ToolBank's mission is to serve community-based organizations by providing tools, equipment, and expertise to empower their most ambitious goals. 

Volunteer Position Description and Purpose

Join the Richmond ToolBank for a day of community action at Battery Park! We're leading a tree planting event to help expand Richmond's urban tree canopy and create a greener, healthier community. Your support is vital as we work together to enhance our city's green infrastructure.

Volunteer Duties & Responsibilities

Volunteers will assist with all aspects of tree planting, including digging holes, mulching around trees, and watering.

Qualifications, Skills, & Requirements:

No experience is necessary to participate. All you need is a willingness to work as a team and a desire to make a tangible impact on our community's green spaces.

Time Commitment

This is a one-day event. We will begin at 10:00 AM and work until 2:00 PM.

Other Information:

• How volunteer hours will be verified: A sign-in sheet will be available at the event. Please ensure you sign in and out to have your hours verified.

• Recommended attire: Please wear comfortable clothing that you don't mind getting dirty, along with closed-toe shoes or work boots.

• Parking Information: Street parking is available around Battery Park.

• What to bring: We recommend bringing a reusable water bottle. Water will be available on-site for refills. All tools and equipment will be provided.

• Special instructions: This event is a great opportunity for team building and getting hands-on experience with environmental projects. We'll provide a brief orientation at the start of the event to cover safety and proper planting techniques.