Opportunities From: City of Garland TX

Be a Project Lead for The Big Event 2026!
Rally a crew. Lead the charge. Make a difference.

We’re looking for passionate, organized, and community-minded folks to step up as Project Leads for The Big Event, a one-day citywide service celebration where volunteers team up to complete hands-on projects all across Garland.

As a Project Lead, you’ll help guide a volunteer group at one site. Whether it’s painting, planting, repairing, or removing litter, you’ll keep the good vibes and project goals on track.

What You’ll Do:

Arrive early to check in and get supplies

Greet your volunteer team and review the project plan

Delegate tasks, encourage teamwork, and help troubleshoot if needed

Communicate with city staff if anything comes up

Make sure the project wraps up smoothly and everything looks great!

No prior experience needed, just a willingness to lead and a heart for service.
We’ll give you everything you need: a quick training, your project details, supplies, and support.

If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and guide others while doing something really good for Garland, sign up today to be a Project Lead!

The Big Event 2026 Sponsorship Opportunities
Join us in making a positive impact in Garland!

The Big Event is a citywide day of service where volunteers work together to improve neighborhoods, support seniors, assist nonprofits, and enhance schools. Your sponsorship helps make these projects possible and strengthens our community.

Sponsorship Levels

Community Champion
Supports multiple projects and event needs
Includes prominent recognition on event materials, online, and at key activities

Unity Builder
Supports several projects or volunteer needs
Includes logo or name recognition on event signage and online

Service Advocate
Supports some projects or event essentials
Includes recognition on event signage and social media

Project Partner
Supports individual projects
Includes acknowledgment on event materials and website

Friend of Garland
Supports smaller project needs or event supplies
Includes recognition on sponsor boards

Additional Sponsorship Opportunities

Support specific event elements such as volunteer shirts, meals, entertainment, or project supplies with customized recognition.

Year-Round Opportunities

You can also support other community programs and events throughout the year to increase your visibility and impact.

Volunteer for The Big Event 2026
Grab some gloves, gather your crew, and let’s get to work!

The Big Event is Garland’s one-day citywide volunteer blitz where we come together to help our neighbors, support local nonprofits, clean up parks, and tackle hands-on projects that make our city shine.

Whether you're a solo do-gooder, a family, a friend group, or a full-on work crew, there’s a spot for you.

Volunteer projects may include:

Yard work and small repairs for seniors

Litter cleanups and graffiti removal

Painting, planting, and beautifying public spaces

Helping local schools or community centers

What to expect:

A fun, impactful day of service

All supplies and instructions provided

A free volunteer t-shirt (while supplies last)

That warm, fuzzy “I made a difference” feeling

No experience necessary. Just bring your energy, your willingness to help, and maybe a few friends.

Let’s show Garland what teamwork can do. Sign up today and be part of something BIG!