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Volunteer with Braga Farms 🌱

Are you ready to get your hands dirty, learn new skills, and help grow a thriving urban farm? Whether you're interested in gardening, farming, building, or just supporting a sustainable community, we’d love to have you join us!

Volunteer Hours

Our primary volunteer windows are designed to work with the rhythms of the farm and the Texas weather:

Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday
- Morning: Sunrise to Noon
- Evening: Dusk minus ~2 hours (varies seasonally)

What You’ll Be Doing

As a volunteer at Braga Farms, you’ll engage in various activities based on the season and our current projects:

Gardening: Planting, weeding, watering, and tending to crops.
Propagation: Preparing cuttings, starting seeds, and organizing trees for distribution.
Farm Maintenance: Building raised beds, repairing structures, and general upkeep.
Harvesting and Post-Harvest: Picking produce, sorting, and packaging for markets.
Special Projects: Assisting with community events, Grow Wagon preparations, and workshops.

What to Bring

To make the most of your volunteer experience, please bring:

Clothing: Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothes you don’t mind getting dirty.
Footwear: Closed-toe shoes (boots or sturdy sneakers recommended).
Essentials: Hat, gloves, sunscreen, and a reusable water bottle.
Optional: Gardening tools (if you have favorites) and a notebook for learning tips.

Requirements

Age: Volunteers under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Waiver: Please review and sign the Braga Farms LLC Farm Liability Waiver before your first day.
- You may message us directly to receive a copy of the waiver and confirm your plans to volunteer.

What You’ll Gain

Volunteering at Braga Farms offers more than just hands-on experience:

Learn practical skills in gardening, sustainable farming, and building.
Connect with a community passionate about growing and sharing food.
Be part of our mission to transform DFW into a thriving food forest.

How to Sign Up

Message Us: Send a private message to confirm your interest and availability.
Waiver: Complete and return the liability waiver provided.
Prepare: Show up ready to work, learn, and make a difference!