Volunteers make Navarro Farm go and grow!
VOLUNTEER
Register and Request Background Check
- Click to register as a volunteer. Follow this page and Navarro Farm will reach-out to you about opportunities.
- A background check is required for those 18+.
- If you completed a background check with us previously, no further action is needed.
- If you are unsure if a background check was done reach-out to hello@navarrofarm.org.
- To request a background check, download the form, fill it out, and return it to the Navarro Farm business office. Background check form
- The farm will cover the cost of the background check (valued at $25). However, we appreciate any donation to help offset that cost.
Current Volunteer Opportunities
- Do you have a heart for the special needs community? Are you looking to volunteer during the year?
- Then we have an opportunity for you! Navarro Farm is looking for a volunteers for the Farmer Program throughout the year! The Farmer Program is a seven-month program running from April through October. Participants (Farmers) are 14 and older with intellectual disabilities. The Farmer Program gives our Farmers an outlet to learn new skills, socialize in a unique agricultural environment, and to give them a sense of accomplishment as they complete their work in growing food and caring for animals. Its focus is“Healthy Choices, Healthy Food, Healthy Life”.
- Not sure this is for you or you have a busy schedule, then signup for a day or two, or whenever you can come. We are sure you will love the experience.
- This is for those 18 years and older. If you have never filled out a background check form for Navarro Farm you must do that right away.
- We look forward to seeing you at the Farm! If you have questions call us as 815.270.2010 or email us at hello@navarrofarm.org.
- To signup:
- Spring Sessions, April 1st through May 22nd, Monday and Wednesday Click Here
- Summer Sessions, June 10th through August 2nd, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Click Here
- Fall Sessions, August 12th through October 4th, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Click Here
- Harvest Sessions, October 7th through November 1st, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Click Here
- Have you ever wanted to work with farm animals? If so, then Navarro Farm is the place for you!
- If you want to signup and/or have questions about animal care contact Sonya Addison phone: 708.446.5286. mail: sonya.navarrofarm.org