Workshop & Event Support Volunteer

My Seniors Keeper Foundation (MSK) is seeking committed volunteers to support the planning and coordination of community-based workshops and events focused on environmental stewardship, food access, and workforce development.

This role works closely with MSK’s leadership and board to assist in organizing and executing programming that serves residents through hands-on learning, service, and engagement.

Volunteers will contribute to the coordination of events such as:

• Ag-STEAM learning sessions
• Earth Week service projects
• Environmental justice engagement days
• Green infrastructure workshops

This is a planning and logistics role with both remote coordination and occasional on-site support.

Responsibilities

• Assist with event planning and coordination alongside MSK leadership
• Support scheduling, communication, and task tracking for upcoming events
• Help organize materials, supplies, and logistics for workshops
• Coordinate with volunteers, partners, and participants
• Support outreach efforts and participant registration tracking
• Assist with on-site event setup, flow, and breakdown when available
• Help document activities and maintain organized records

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to follow through on tasks and meet timelines
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Interest in environmental justice, urban agriculture, or community development
• Experience in event planning, coordination, or administration is helpful but not required

Time Commitment

• Approximately 5–10 hours per week
• Includes remote coordination and periodic on-site event support
• Flexible scheduling based on event calendar and availability

Benefits

• Hands-on experience in community-based program planning and execution
• Exposure to environmental and workforce development initiatives
• Opportunity to work alongside nonprofit leadership and community partners
• Meaningful contribution to projects that serve local communities

Location

MSK Applied Research Urban Farm

5308 Dix Street NE

Washington, DC

How to Apply

Submit your interest through Idealist or visit mskdc.org to learn more.

Closing

MSK’s work is rooted in consistent action. This role supports the structure behind that work, ensuring each event is prepared, organized, and carried out with purpose.