Volunteer Opportunities

Mercer Island Parks and Recreation offers many opportunities for volunteers to make a difference in the community, with activities ranging from senior transportation to caring for our trails and forests!

The mission of the City of Mercer Island Parks and Recreation Department Volunteer Program is to actively promote a mutually rewarding relationship between volunteers who offer their talents, skills and time, and staff who will support them in their efforts to cooperatively steward the community's parks, natural areas, and recreation and social programs.

Below you will find our current volunteer opportunities, staff contacts, and required forms and waivers. We look forward to hearing from you!

Group of people planting trees in the forest

Volunteer In Mercer Island Parks

Nature lovers of all ages are invited to connect with the outdoors and have fun in the forest! At the Mercer Island Parks’ volunteer program participants join in restoration of the City's parks and natural areas. Volunteers can expect to remove weeds, spread mulch, repair trails, and plant native trees and shrubs. By volunteering you’re contributing to the City’s efforts to create resilient and healthy urban natural areas.