Looking to get involved in your local community garden? Below are open hours ongoing volunteer opportunities at some of our gardens, where you can roll up your sleeves, connect with neighbors, and make a positive impact on our shared green spaces. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just getting started, there's a place for you in our community!

Note: If you're interested in becoming a member of a local community garden, each of our 47 gardens manages its own membership  opportunities. Visit our garden directory to learn more about the garden closest to you and contact the local garden manager for details.

Together, we’re cultivating community and sustainability across Los Angeles!

Belvedere Community Garden

  • Volunteer Days: Fourth Saturday of every month, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Address: 337 N. Mednik Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90022
  • More Info: Belvedere Community Garden

Burbank Community Garden - Chandler/Pass


Burbank Community Garden - Hollywood/Clark


East Hollywood Community Garden

  • Open Garden Hours:
    Saturdays, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    Wednesdays, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM (4:00 PM - 5:30 PM from November to March during Standard Time)
  • Address: 1177 N Madison Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90029
  • More Info: East Hollywood Community Garden Website

Echo Park Community Garden

  • Volunteer Hours: First Saturday of every month, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Special Compost Project: Tuesdays 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Address: 327 Patton Street, Los Angeles, CA 90026
  • More Info: Echo Park Community Garden

Fountain Community Gardens

  • Regular Volunteer Days: Second Saturday of every month, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Special Volunteer Days: Available on other Saturdays for specific projects
  • Address5620 Fountain Ave, Los Angeles, California 90028
  • More Info: Fountain Community Gardens Website

Hermosa Beach Community Garden

  • Volunteer Days:
    • First and third Saturday of every month, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Thursdays, 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
  • Address: 425 Valley Drive, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
  • More Info: Hermosa Beach Community Garden

L.A. Green Grounds Teaching Garden & Good Earth Community Garden

  • Volunteer Days: Saturdays, 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Address5500 Boden St, Los Angeles, CA 90016
  • Notes: Besides weeding, planting new seeds, turning compost, starting new seedlings, pruning and learning new plant and growing information, we harvest from several beds, share and take home edibles. Our garden’s purposes are learning, teaching, and having time with each other.
  • More Info: LA Green Grounds Please check their website or sign up to get notification of events, volunteer days, or to get seeds, or learn about new vegetables.

Mariposa-Nabi Community Garden

  • Volunteer Days: Most Saturdays, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (8:00 AM - 10:00 AM from July to early October)
  • Notes: Street parking is limited; public transportation is encouraged.
  • Address: 961 S. Mariposa Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90006
  • More Info: Mariposa-Nabi Community Garden

Pasadena Community Garden

  • Monthly Work Days: First Saturday of each month, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (No meetings in July or August)
  • Address: 721 S Pasadena Ave, Pasadena, CA
  • More Info: Pasadena Community Garden

Solano Canyon | Lavender Hill Farm


Spring Street Community Garden


Vermont Square Community Garden

  • Notes: Asks interested volunteers to attend one of their community meetings, which take place every third Saturday of the month at 10:00 AM to get signed up 
  • Address: 4717 S. Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90037
  • More Info: Vermont Square Community Garden

Willowbrook Community Garden

  • Open Garden Hours/ Volunteer Hours
    • Every third Saturday, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Address:644 East 120th Street, Los Angeles, 90059
  • Notes: Requests email in advance
  • More Info: Willowbrook Community Garden