The Montana State Parks Foundation offers a variety of ways to make a difference, whether you’re volunteering from home or directly in your community.
Volunteer Opportunities for 2025
Volunteer at the Wild for Accessibility Picnic
The Montana State Parks Foundation is seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help make the Wild for Accessibility Picnic at Spring Meadow Lake State Park a success!
Event Date: Saturday, September 20, 2025
Location: Spring Meadow Lake State Park, Helena, MT
Volunteer Shifts:
- Early Shift: 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
- Late Shift: 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Volunteer Roles Include:
- Event setup and breakdown
- Working at the merchandise table
- Selling raffle tickets
- Assisting at the kids’ activity tent
- General event support
- Hanging out and having fun!
Volunteer Training:
- An optional online volunteer meeting will be held on Monday, September 15, at 4:00 p.m. via Zoom.
- Registered volunteers will receive the Zoom link by email.
- If you miss the meeting, no worries, volunteers can just show up and help out.
Sign up online today to be part of this exciting community event!
Volunteer Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82773728817
Remote Volunteer Opportunities:
- Research: Help us gather information on state parks, outdoor recreation trends, and funding opportunities.
- Writing: Share your love for Montana’s parks by creating engaging articles, park profiles, or blog posts to inspire others.
- Fundraising Support: Assist with donor outreach, grant writing, or organizing virtual fundraising campaigns.
- Photography: Contribute your talent by capturing stunning photos of Montana’s parks or wildlife to help showcase their beauty in our outreach materials.
Ongoing On-Site Volunteering:
For those near a Montana state park, there are opportunities to support your local park with activities such as:
- Trail maintenance
- Park cleanups
- Event assistance
- Photography: Document park events, volunteer efforts, or breathtaking scenery to promote awareness and engagement. Check out our first annual photo contest here!
Whether you’re passionate about storytelling, conservation, or hands-on work in the great outdoors, your time and skills can help us preserve and enhance Montana’s state parks for everyone to enjoy.
