Volunteer Opportunities
The Galveston Bay Foundation's volunteers have generously given their time, talent and expertise to the organization since its founding 20 years ago. Volunteers help with habitat restoration, carry the message of the wonders of the Bay, and serve as committee members to guide GBF in fulfilling its mission.
Whether you want to help at a one time event or you want to volunteer continuously, your efforts really make a difference! There are many volunteer opportunities waiting for you!
What can YOU do to help the Bay?
Get wet, muddy & have a great time!
Marsh Mania Participate in a habitat restoration project. You will spend the morning planting marsh grass and gather for lunch and a presentation by GBF staff. Marsh Mania is both a habitat restoration and education event. Students, families, corporate groups, youth groups, and individuals are welcome to attend. Marsh Mania is held each year in late Spring.
Trash Bash Be a part of the largest water conservation education event in the state of Texas! Trash Bash is an annual clean-up event held on the last weekend of March. GBF coordinates clean-up efforts at Sims Bayou and invites community volunteers to spend the morning picking up debris on the banks of Sims Bayou.
Group Plantings Plant smooth cordgrass to make habitat for wildlife, protect shorelines, and improve water quality. During the year, GBF works with corporate, school, scout, and youth groups to coordinate cordgrass planting days. Groups that can't make it to Marsh Mania are encouraged to contact us to schedule a group planting.
Celebrate the Bay!
Bay Day Help provide exposure to Galveston Bay for many area residents. Bay Day is a one-day festival presented by the Galveston Bay Foundation and numerous community partners. Volunteers are needed to form part of the Bay Day steering committee and to help with day-of tasks such as exhibitor check-in, t-shirt sales, and coordinating education activities.
Bike Around the Bay Be a part of the second annual Bike Around the Bay bike ride (150-mile ride around Galveston Bay). The ride starts and finishes outside Baytown, with an overnight in Galveston at Moody Gardens. Volunteers can assist with a variety of tasks including check-in, food stations, breakpoint coordination, etc. We are especially interested in organizations/groups willing to sponsor and/or coordinate a breakpoint. The ride aims to bring attention to Galveston Bay, as well as the people and places that surround it.
Business and Industry Luncheon Help plan a party with a purpose! Help coordinate and prepare for our annual fundraiser.
Speak up!
Bay Ambassadors Bring the Bay to local classrooms using a variety of specimens and visual aids. Teach K-12 students about the importance of the Bay and the environmental problems that affect it.
Event Representative Learn about Galveston Bay and GBF and share your interest by manning GBF displays and booths at various community events.
Speakers Bureau Learn about Galveston Bay and GBF and share your interest by speaking to community groups.
Wetlands Permit Review Committee Are you interested in projects that may affect wetlands and other aquatic habitats in Galveston Bay? Want to learn more, share your experience, and have a say in how those projects are put into action? Come be a part of GBF's Wetland Permit Review Committee and help us protect Galveston Bay!
Behind the Scenes!
Come by the GBF office and help us with mailing, filing, data entry and special projects.
Event Dates
Trash Bash - March 27, 2010
Bay Day - May 15, 2010
Bike Around the Bay - October 16 & 17, 2010
Different degrees of training are required for the opportunities mentioned above. Please contact Julie Mintzer at jmintzer@galvbay.org or 281-332-3381 x207 for information about training, volunteer registration, and the volunteer mailing list.
