Interested in Volunteering?
Would you like to explore some opportunities to participate in our activities as a volunteer?
There are many rewarding opportunities with GINLC – whether it’s helping to steward our properties around the Island, supporting our many educational events, or performing administrative roles in our membership, marketing, graphic design, or finance groups.
If you have a specific skill we would love to hear from you. Whether you have one hour a week or one hour per month, your time and talent help to drive the wheels of the Conservancy and we are grateful for all our volunteers.
Sharing the GINLC story with the public on Macomb St.
Do you possess the skills and interests needed to make the world a better place through engaging in volunteer activities such as:
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Enhancing and maintaining our preserves and gardens.
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Contributing to financial planning and accounting tasks.
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Securing project funding through grant applications.
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Engaging with the public to represent GINLC, and recruiting and retaining GINLC members.
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Developing and implementing marketing strategies across various platforms, including social media,web design, print media, and interpretive signs.
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Participating in the identification, evaluation, and acquisition of land for conservation purposes.
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Planning, facilitating, and supporting educational events for the public.
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Would you consider taking on a leadership role by serving on a committee or our board of directors?
Are there any particular skills or experiences you aspire to gain? We can assist you in acquiring them.
Current Volunteer Opportunities
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Educational Events
GINLC is seeking enthusiastic volunteers to support our 2026 Educational Events. These opportunities let you enhance your outdoor experience, raise nature awareness, and collaborate with like‑minded individuals. Your time and skills truly make a difference. Sign up here.
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Island Nights (July 17 and August 21)
Help GINLC shine at one of our most visible and fun community events. Volunteers are needed for setup, staffing, greeting the public, and tear‑down at our table in front of the Resource Center. No experience needed—just enthusiasm and a willingness to help. Sign Up Here
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Grosse Ile 250th Anniversary Celebration (July 25, 2026)
GINLC will host a table at Centennial Farm during this community celebration. We need volunteers to assist with setup, staffing, greeting visitors, and tear‑down. A great way to represent GINLC at a major island event. Sign Up Here
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Stewardship
Love the outdoors and want to make a real impact? Join our hands‑on stewardship efforts to care for and protect GINLC preserves and garden . Tasks may include planting trees, mowing, removing invasive species, maintaining trails and kiosks, clearing debris, installing signs, and inspecting properties (training provided). Additionally a stewardship crew meets many Monday mornings, with additional special events throughout the year. Contact US if interested.
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Gardening
We will be hosting a work event in our Resource Center Native Garden at 8801 Macomb St July 18, 2026, 10 am-noon. You can Pre-Register here
We have a long, successful history of working with the Scouts for Eagle Scout Service Projects. Contact us if you are interested.
One of the several Eagle Scout Service Projects
Volunteer Eligibility
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Adults: GINLC welcomes adult volunteers to participate in its activities.
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High School-Aged Minors: High school-aged Minors may volunteer with written permission from a parent or guardian (Completed Volunteer Liability Form).
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Younger Children: Children younger than high school age may participate only if accompanied by a responsible adult who actively supervises them during the activity.
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All volunteers must sign a liability waiver form before participating in any activities. Waivers must be completed at least once per calendar year, at a minimum. For minors, a parent or guardian must sign the waiver on
their behalf.
Please reach out to us – we would be delighted to answer any questions you may have and have you work with us. You can reach using “Contact Us” or speak with any of the Board of Directors that you know.
