Volunteer With The Broody Hen
Growing Community. Cultivating Purpose. Building Independence.
As we grow, we are building intentional leadership roles to strengthen infrastructure, prevent burnout, and support long-term sustainability. These roles require some experience, a willingness to learn, consistency, and a heart for our mission.
These are commitment-based roles designed for those ready to help build systems and steward growth.
Leadership Volunteer Opportunities
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Role Summary
The Garden Lead oversees seasonal planning, planting, and maintenance of The Broody Hen garden to ensure it supports both participant programming and farm stand operations.
Primary Responsibilities
• Develop seasonal crop plans and rotation schedules
• Oversee planting, watering, weeding, and harvest systems
• Create clear, repeatable task lists for volunteers and participants
• Coordinate garden workdays
• Ensure safe and accessible learning opportunities for adults with disabilities
• Collaborate with leadership regarding produce planning for the farm stand
Experience Preferred
• Gardening or small-scale agricultural experience
• Ability to manage seasonal workflows
• Comfortable teaching and guiding others
Time Commitment
4–8 hours per week during peak growing season (Spring–Fall), with lighter winter planning.
Why This Role Matters
The garden is both a classroom and a workplace — offering dignity, responsibility, and skill-building for the adults we serve.
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Role Summary
The Farm Stand Lead oversees the coordination, organization, and presentation of our weekly sales events to ensure professionalism and mission alignment.
Primary Responsibilities
• Coordinate setup, breakdown, and volunteer coverage
• Manage inventory tracking and restocking systems
• Ensure welcoming, mission-centered customer interactions
• Support vendor communication and organization
• Maintain consistent merchandising standards
Experience Preferred
• Retail, market, or merchandising experience
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Comfort managing volunteers
Time Commitment
3–5 hours weekly during active farm stand seasons.
Why This Role Matters
The farm stand is where mission meets marketplace — creating revenue and providing real vocational opportunities for adults with disabilities.
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Role Summary
The Treasurer serves on the Board of Directors and provides financial oversight to ensure accountability, transparency, and long-term sustainability.
Primary Responsibilities
• Review financial statements and reports
• Assist with annual budgeting and financial planning
• Ensure appropriate financial controls and policies
• Support compliance with nonprofit best practices
• Attend quarterly board meetings
Experience Preferred
• Background in accounting, finance, bookkeeping, or business management
• Comfort reviewing budgets and financial documentation
• Commitment to fiduciary responsibility
Time Commitment
Approximately 3–5 hours per month, plus quarterly board meetings.
Why This Role Matters
Strong financial stewardship builds donor trust, enhances grant readiness, and ensures responsible growth for our organization.
For experienced individuals ready to commit.
Weekly & Seasonal Volunteer Opportunities
For those who want to serve hands on
Not everyone is called to lead — but everyone can serve. We offer weekly and seasonal volunteer opportunities that support our programs, farm operations, and events.
Reliability
Communication
Encouragement
Respect
Consistency
Willingness to follow systems
A heart for inclusion & dignity
What We Ask
Ongoing Volunteer Roles
Garden Helpers
Animal Care Assistants
Egg washing & Packaging Support
Farm Stand Support Team
Event Support (set up & clean up)
Class Assistance
Corporate & Group Volunteer Days
Businesses, churches, civic groups, and schools can partner with The Broody Hen through structured volunteer days that support meaningful projects.
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Team Projects
We design structured, hands-on projects that allow groups to work together toward a shared goal. Whether building gardne beds, preparing seasonal planting areas, organizing barn spaces, or improving farm infrastructure, each project is clearly defined and achievable with the scheduled timeframe. Teams leave knowing exactly what they accomplished and how is support the long-term sustainability of our programs.
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Skill-Based Service
For groups or individuals with specialized expertise, we offer opportunities to apply professional skills in meaningful ways. This may include marketing support, landscaping design, carpentry, financial consulting, strategic planning or even coordination. Skill-based service strengthens our infrastructure and allows us to steward resources wisely while expanding opportunities for the adults we serve.
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Community Impact
Every volunteer day contributes directly to our mission of providing meaningful work and community for adults with disabilities. By strengthening our farm operations and facilities, your team helps create safe, consistent environments where participants can build confidence, independence, and vocational skills. The impact extends far beyond a single day — it supports sustainable growth and lasting opportunity.
Our Commitment to Sustainable Growth
If you feel called to be part of something meaningful — whether in leadership, weekly service or a one-day project — we invite you to take the next step.
Together we are cultivating dignity, independence, and community.