Opportunities From: Golden Harvest Food Bank

Be an everyday hero and help us sow seeds of change and ensure our farm stays beautiful, efficient, and welcoming. From planting to harvesting to keeping pathways clear and beds weed-free, your hands will create an oasis in the middle of a food desert. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, there's something for everyone to learn and contribute!

Ages 8 and up

Our Urban Farm is located at 702 Fenwick St, Augusta, GA, next door to The Master's Table Soup Kitchen, near The James Brown Arena.

When you arrive:

1.     Drive up to the main entrance gate and press the button on the call box. A staff member inside will remotely open the gate for you.

2.     Park your car in one of the designated volunteer parking spaces. The entrance to the Urban Farm is to the right of The Master's Table Soup Kitchen, down the sidewalk.

Attire: Get ready to get down and dirty! Wear comfortable shoes or boots suitable for gardening, and don't forget your essentials for working outdoors - think bug spray, a hat, sunscreen, gardening or work gloves, and a trusty water bottle to keep you hydrated.

This opportunity is physically demanding. While gardening is therapeutic, it can also be quite the workout! Be prepared to flex those muscles and lift at least 50 pounds during our gardening sessions.

For more information on the volunteering at The Urban Farm, view The Urban Farm Volunteer Manual

No urban farm is complete without chickens.  Our flock is family and needs to be shown we care on a weekly basis.  This volunteer shift is best for those who are not afraid of chickens and/or have always wanted to know what it is like to have farm animals.  

Weekly Chicken Care:

If the day allows, open the coop and let the chickens out.  If there will be large groups or lots of construction, please consider leaving the chickens inside the coop so they remain safe and stress-free. Check for Eggs

Egg Collection:

·       Collect eggs every morning when you arrive at The Urban Farm. Freshly laid eggs should be in the nesting boxes located in the coop.

·       Wash away any dirt or debris. 

·       Place eggs in egg cartons located in the refrigerator which is located in the storage shed by the front entrance to the farm. 

·       If a new carton is needed, empty cartons can be found on the shelves located in the storage shed.  Urban Farm shelves are located right inside the entrance to the storage shed. 

·       When using a new carton, please record the start date on the carton. 

o   Locate blue painter’s tape. 

o   Rip off a piece and adhere to egg carton. 

o   Use a marker to record the date of the first egg/s placed in the carton. 

Check food levels - replenish as needed.  Chicken food is located in the cabinets in the coopEmpty waterer, wash, and refill with waterOn a bi-weekly basis, rake chicken droppings into a pile and add to compost - please check with the urban farm manager about seasonal composting methods for the chicken coop.Fifteen minutes before end of volunteer/daily work shift, return chickens to coop and close coop door.Give chickens treats if available - Please DO NOT FEED CHICKENS AVOCADOS, ONIONS, OR CHOCOLATE!!  These are poisonous to chickens.  If you are unsure, please check with the Urban Farm Manager before feeding chickens

Our Urban Farm is located at 702 Fenwick St, Augusta, GA, directly across the street from The James Brown Arena.

When you arrive:

1.     Drive up to the main entrance gate and press the button on the call box. A staff member inside will remotely open the gate for you.

2.     Park your car in one of the designated volunteer parking spaces.

Getting to the farm entrance:

·        Stand facing The Master’s Table Soup Kitchen building.

·        The entrance to the Urban Farm is to the left of the volunteer door, down the sidewalk.

Attire: Get ready to get down and dirty! Wear comfortable shoes or boots suitable for gardening, and don't forget your essentials for working outdoors - think bug spray, a hat, sunscreen, gardening or work gloves, and a trusty water bottle to keep you hydrated.

Who Can Join: We welcome volunteers aged 8 and above to join our gardening adventures. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, there's something for everyone to learn and contribute!

What to Expect: Get ready for a hands-on experience that's as rewarding as it is educational. You might break a sweat, so dress in casual clothes that you don't mind getting a little grubby.

Strength Required: While gardening is therapeutic, it can also be quite the workout! Be prepared to flex those muscles and lift at least 50 pounds during our gardening sessions.