Volunteer: EcoCenter Weekly Nursery WorkdaysAt the GBF EcoCenter Greenhouse, staff & volunteers cultivate native plants to restore & manage native coastal tallgrass prairies in four counties that surround Galveston Bay. Every Thursday and Saturday, 8-11:00 am volunteers work in our native plant nursery to help heal one of America’s rarest and most endangered landscapes: the Coastal Tallgrass Prairie. This is not just gardening – this work creates homes for wildlife and builds a natural shield against floods; you’re growing a legacy for future generations. You will help with general nursery maintenance including but not be limited to: Weeding and potting plants Mixing soil and rotating plants Cleaning and sorting seeds seasonal maintenance as needed.
No experience is necessary; we will show you what to do! GETTING THERE Program: Stewardship At the GBF EcoCenter Greenhouse, staff & volunteers cultivate native plants to restore & manage native coastal tallgrass prairies in four counties that surround Galveston Bay. Every Thursday and Saturday, 8-11:00 am volunteers work in our native plant nursery to help heal one of America’s rarest and most endangered landscapes: the Coastal Tallgrass Prairie. This is not just gardening – this work creates homes for wildlife and builds a natural shield against floods; you’re growing a legacy for future generations. You will help with general nursery maintenance including but not be limited to: Weeding and potting plants Mixing soil and rotating plants Cleaning and sorting seeds seasonal maintenance as needed.
No experience is necessary; we will show you what to do! GETTING THERE Program: Stewardship Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 77523 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Marine Debris Survey: Seawolf ParkOur Marine Debris Survey Program is a partnership with National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration to help measure the amount and types of marine debris that wash up on our shoreline. You will assist staff in conducting this survey by collecting and documenting your findings. Once the survey is complete we will clean up any remanining trash in the area. Tasks will include: Cleaning up trash Helping measure each plot Helping identify objects Helping unload and load suppliesMINORS No experience is necessary; we will show you what to do! Program: Water Protection Our Marine Debris Survey Program is a partnership with National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration to help measure the amount and types of marine debris that wash up on our shoreline. You will assist staff in conducting this survey by collecting and documenting your findings. Once the survey is complete we will clean up any remanining trash in the area. Tasks will include: Cleaning up trash Helping measure each plot Helping identify objects Helping unload and load suppliesMINORS No experience is necessary; we will show you what to do! Program: Water Protection Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 77590 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: 2025: League City Winter Prairie PlantingHelp native coastal prairie take root Each winter , community volunteers help restore native coastal prairie habitat at the Dr. Ned and Fay Dudney Nature Center in League City by planting native grasses and flowering plants that improve water quality, filter stormwater, and strengthen local ecosystems. As a volunteer for this event, you will help plant native coastal tallgrass prairie species in existing prairie, using digging tools and gloves. Your effort will increase biodiversity on protected land and strengthen the resilience of nearby communities. Prairies support cleaner water, healthier soils, and quality habitat for birds, butterflies, and other pollinators. All materials and instruction will be provided on site. Restrooms are available at the nature center. The work area includes uneven ground and exposure to sun and winter weather. Volunteers should be prepared for outdoor conditions. Our Rain Date is Dec. 13. Program: Stewardship Help native coastal prairie take root Each winter , community volunteers help restore native coastal prairie habitat at the Dr. Ned and Fay Dudney Nature Center in League City by planting native grasses and flowering plants that improve water quality, filter stormwater, and strengthen local ecosystems. As a volunteer for this event, you will help plant native coastal tallgrass prairie species in existing prairie, using digging tools and gloves. Your effort will increase biodiversity on protected land and strengthen the resilience of nearby communities. Prairies support cleaner water, healthier soils, and quality habitat for birds, butterflies, and other pollinators. All materials and instruction will be provided on site. Restrooms are available at the nature center. The work area includes uneven ground and exposure to sun and winter weather. Volunteers should be prepared for outdoor conditions. Our Rain Date is Dec. 13. Program: Stewardship Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Dec 6, 2025 Zip Code: 77573 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Holiday Craft Party: Upcycle with Marine DebrisCelebrate the season and support cleaner shorelines by joining the Galveston Bay Foundation’s Water Protection Marine Debris team for a creative afternoon of upcycling using debris collected during GBF’s Marine Debris surveys. You will transform these materials, once harmful to wildlife and habitats, into meaningful gifts or decorations you can keep for yourself like holiday crafts, cards, ornaments, and rain chains. You can also create a personal monofilament and nurdle collection container which you can use on your own to remove plastics and fishing line from reentering local waterways. By turning marine debris into art, you will help raise awareness about plastic pollution, support ongoing citizen science efforts, and inspire others to care for Galveston Bay. This is a relaxed, seated volunteer opportunity. All materials will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own decorative items such as beads, stickers, or pens to personalize your creations. Staff will provide a short demonstration and discussion about how these materials affect the Bay and how volunteers can continue making a difference throughout the year. Learn More at nurdlepatrol.org and texasseagrant.org. Click here to learn about getting to and parking at GBF Headquarters in Kemah. Program: Water Protection Celebrate the season and support cleaner shorelines by joining the Galveston Bay Foundation’s Water Protection Marine Debris team for a creative afternoon of upcycling using debris collected during GBF’s Marine Debris surveys. You will transform these materials, once harmful to wildlife and habitats, into meaningful gifts or decorations you can keep for yourself like holiday crafts, cards, ornaments, and rain chains. You can also create a personal monofilament and nurdle collection container which you can use on your own to remove plastics and fishing line from reentering local waterways. By turning marine debris into art, you will help raise awareness about plastic pollution, support ongoing citizen science efforts, and inspire others to care for Galveston Bay. This is a relaxed, seated volunteer opportunity. All materials will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own decorative items such as beads, stickers, or pens to personalize your creations. Staff will provide a short demonstration and discussion about how these materials affect the Bay and how volunteers can continue making a difference throughout the year. Learn More at nurdlepatrol.org and texasseagrant.org. Click here to learn about getting to and parking at GBF Headquarters in Kemah. Program: Water Protection Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Dec 7, 2025 Zip Code: 77565 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Marine Debris Survey: Texas City DikeOur Marine Debris Survey Program is a partnership with National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration to help measure the amount and types of marine debris that wash up on our shoreline. You will assist staff in conducting this survey by collecting and documenting your findings. Once the survey is complete we will clean up any remaining trash in the area. Tasks will include: Cleaning up trash Helping measure each plot Helping identify objects Helping unload and load suppliesMINORS Program: Water Protection Our Marine Debris Survey Program is a partnership with National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration to help measure the amount and types of marine debris that wash up on our shoreline. You will assist staff in conducting this survey by collecting and documenting your findings. Once the survey is complete we will clean up any remaining trash in the area. Tasks will include: Cleaning up trash Helping measure each plot Helping identify objects Helping unload and load suppliesMINORS Program: Water Protection Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 77590 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: 2025: Run for a Reason Cheer StationCheer for the Bay As a cheer volunteer, you will make hoopla for runners as they pass the station. Volunteers will also assist with simple setup and takedown of the cheer area. Your participation supports the success of our runners whose donations are helping fuel Galveston Bay Foundation’s work to protect the Bay today so we can preserve it for tomorrow. All materials will be provided on site. No prior experience is needed. Bring your friends or family! Want to run in the race? Learn more on fundraisers.hakuapp.com Program: Galveston Bay Foundation Cheer for the Bay As a cheer volunteer, you will make hoopla for runners as they pass the station. Volunteers will also assist with simple setup and takedown of the cheer area. Your participation supports the success of our runners whose donations are helping fuel Galveston Bay Foundation’s work to protect the Bay today so we can preserve it for tomorrow. All materials will be provided on site. No prior experience is needed. Bring your friends or family! Want to run in the race? Learn more on fundraisers.hakuapp.com Program: Galveston Bay Foundation Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Jan 11, 2026 Zip Code: 77005 Allow Groups: Yes |