Garland Cares Volunteer Team
Some neighbors simply need a helping hand.
Garland Cares connects volunteers with older adults, residents with disabilities, veterans, and families experiencing temporary hardship who need assistance maintaining the outside of their homes. Together, we help restore pride in neighborhoods while making a meaningful difference in someone's life.
Whether you enjoy working alongside a team or prefer volunteering on your own schedule, there's a place for you.
Ways You Can Serve
Garland Cares offers two volunteer opportunities.
Community Workdays
Join a team of volunteers as we tackle larger neighborhood revitalization projects. These projects typically involve groups of 5 to 20 volunteers working together to restore properties that need extra attention. The City provides project coordination, and volunteers work side by side with neighbors, community groups, businesses, and student organizations.
Self Directed Projects
Prefer to volunteer on your own time?
We'll match you with a resident who needs routine yard maintenance. Once you're assigned a project, you can coordinate a day and time that works for your schedule. Many volunteers enjoy completing a few individual projects throughout the year before joining one of our larger community workdays.
Typical Volunteer Activities
Volunteers may assist with:
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Mowing lawns
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Weed trimming and edging
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Yard cleanup
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Leaf and debris removal
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Light landscaping
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Brush and limb removal
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Community beautification projects
Volunteer Requirements
Self-directed volunteers should provide:
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Lawn mower
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String trimmer or edger
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Basic yard tools
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Work gloves
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Eye protection
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Reliable transportation
Volunteer Garland is expanding its equipment inventory, and beginning in October 2026 many tools will be available for group projects.
What We Provide
Volunteer Garland coordinates every project by:
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Identifying residents in need
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Matching volunteers with projects
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Providing project instructions
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Coordinating schedules
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Offering ongoing support throughout the project
Volunteer When It Works For You
There is no minimum commitment.
Volunteer once, help throughout the year, or simply join us for our larger community workdays whenever your schedule allows.
Every project helps a neighbor remain safely in their home while making Garland a cleaner, more beautiful community.
No Machinery Usage Required
Do you want to help but are afraid of using the lawn equipment? Don't worry. We can either train you or you can come help with setup and cleanup. Many hands, make light work.
Volunteer once, help throughout the year, or simply join us for our larger community workdays whenever your schedule allows.
Ready to Get Started?
Sign up today and become part of the Garland Cares Volunteer Team.
Questions? Email Volunteer@GarlandTX.gov, and we'll help you find the opportunity that's right for you.
