Champion Our Parks
You Belong Out Here
Whether you have a green thumb, a passion for the outdoors, or simply want to support our mission, there are countless ways you can make a lasting impact.
Metrics last updated: April 7, 2025
From park activation to hosting tree planting events, we have so many opportunities to volunteer for you, your organization, or your company!
Learn more about conservation, forestry, and trails and how you can support these efforts in Grand Rapids. Classes are always free and open to the community; completion qualifies you to earn a Neighborhoodie!
We host events in parks all year long—come out and learn from experts about different ways to explore your parks, learn about the world, and connect with each other.
We’re passionate about giving folks opportunities to connect to nature. From planting trees in parkways to removing invasive species from parks to building trails in the woods, there’s something for everyone.
Donations fund park activation, volunteer opportunities, and tree plantings. Like our parks now? Imagine what we can do with your support.
Is your company interested in helping connect West Michigan to nature? Partner with us to support specific projects, program goals, and more. Everything we do happens through the power of community and we can’t wait to partner with you!
From planting trees to volunteering, we offer opportunities that help make our city greener and bring us closer together!
Your support brings trees to more neighborhoods, natural resource management to parks, and inspires a love for nature through events and education.