Food bank or community service volunteering
City Harvest Volunteer Projects (ages 14+)
City Harvest Volunteer Projects (ages 14+) is a volunteer program run by City Harvest in New York, NY. Open to: 14 and up.
- Who can join
- 14 and up
- minimum age posted
- Status
- Not stated
- Season
- Not posted
- Cost
- Not posted
About the program
City Harvest, a New York food rescue organization, allows teen volunteers on certain projects starting at age 14.
Teens help rescue produce at Greenmarkets and, from 16, staff Mobile Markets or office projects.
Key facts
- Run by
- City Harvest
- Where
- New York, NY
- Who can join
- 14 and upGreenmarket Rescues age 14 and up; Mobile Markets and Office Projects age 16 and up
- Commitment
- Not posted
- Applications
- Not posted
- Cost
- Not posted
- To apply
- Parent or guardian signs release and waiver
- Accompanied by an adult over 21 (except Office Projects)
- Good fit for
- Psychology and Social Work
Making the most of it on a college application
- Stay long enough to take on more responsibility, such as a second year or training new volunteers.
- Keep a log of hours and a few specific moments. They become the activities list entry and, often, an essay.
- Pair it with something that shows the same interest from another side, such as a class, a competition, or a summer program.
Email me the Volunteer Projects (ages 14+) details
A link to this page, with the age rule and application window, plus similar programs.
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Frequently asked questions
How old do you have to be to join City Harvest Volunteer Projects (ages 14+)?
14 and up. Greenmarket Rescues age 14 and up; Mobile Markets and Office Projects age 16 and up
What do you need to apply?
Parent or guardian signs release and waiver, Accompanied by an adult over 21 (except Office Projects).
Sources and method
Suggested attribution: Dewey Smart. “City Harvest Volunteer Projects (ages 14+)”. https://www.deweysmart.com/opportunities/city-harvest-youth-volunteering.
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