Volunteer with HIP
Looking for a way to engage with your community, make new friends, and preserve the green spaces we have all come to love in Hamilton County? Whether you have a little time or a lot of time to give, there is a place for you with HIP!
When you volunteer with HIP, you have the opportunity to become part of a community of like-minded people. Because of volunteers like you, we are able to make an even bigger ecological impact around the 400 square miles of Hamilton County!
We offer volunteer opportunities for all ages, abilities and backgrounds. You can volunteer to work alone or with a group, indoors or outdoors, and with or without a commitment. Still have questions? Check our Frequently Asked Questions!
When you volunteer with HIP, you have the opportunity to become part of a community of like-minded people. Because of volunteers like you, we are able to make an even bigger ecological impact around the 400 square miles of Hamilton County!
We offer volunteer opportunities for all ages, abilities and backgrounds. You can volunteer to work alone or with a group, indoors or outdoors, and with or without a commitment. Still have questions? Check our Frequently Asked Questions!
After you check out our unique volunteer opportunities below, fill out the interest form at the top of this page or reach out to our volunteer coordinator to schedule a time discuss how your conservation interests match up with our current opportunities!
HIP is committed to creating an environment that is inclusive, welcoming, and respectful to all.
HIP is committed to creating an environment that is inclusive, welcoming, and respectful to all.
Grow Natives Volunteer
Help increase conservation ethics in the community through the retail availability of native plants. In this position, you will get to be a part of the promotion of public education related to native plants while building relationships with decision makers and customer influencers at retailers across the county. Learn more about the Grow Natives Certification through the Indiana Native Plant Society.
Multiple volunteers needed. 1 year commitment preferred. Member Education Volunteer
Assist Hamilton Invasives Partnership (HIP) with scheduling educational speakers to educate members and meeting attendees at monthly meetings. This position will give you the opportunity to connect with interesting people within the community, continue your education in volunteerism, native & invasive plants, conservation and so much more! One volunteer needed. 1 year commitment preferred.
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GIS Mapping Volunteer
Help combat invasive species without doing any heavy lifting! This position offers the opportunity to work on your own schedule and enjoy time in nature while you visit public land in Hamilton County to survey for invasive species. This work will help drive management decisions and help obtain grant funding to further our mission! In this position you will help map out new areas in the county to help Soil & Water Conservation (SWC) and community partners understand the locations of invasive species in Hamilton County. Check out the GIS HIP Map. Multiple volunteers needed. 1 year commitment preferred.
Speakers Bureau/Event Table Representation Volunteer
Speaking opportunities and table representation at events are our highest profile way to get in front of people and share our mission. In this role, you would have the opportunity to connect with people unfamiliar with the threat of invasive species and inspire them to act. Spring through the growing season is the busiest time. 1-2 volunteers needed.
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HIP Secretary Volunteer
As the HIP Secretary, you will help keep the Hamilton County Invasives Partnership (HIP) working toward their goal of uniting landowners and managers, organizations, and citizens in the battle against invasive species by transcribing the meetings. In this position, you will have the opportunity to interact with members of the committee and work together towards the common goals of HIP.
One volunteer needed. 1 year commitment preferred. Group Volunteer Opportunities
Prefer to work with a group? Keep an eye on our calendar for conservation related activities throughout Hamilton County!
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