Key Questions/Details to Share with All Organizations

• Volunteer Timeline: Start in March; general range is Ada/Canyon Counties.

• Volunteer Needs: Clarify number of individuals/groups, tasks, safety, and accessibility requirements.

• Preparation Tips: Gloves, closed-toe shoes, sunscreen, and hats are recommended.

• Contact Information: Provide the garden's key contact person (name, email, phone, and availability).

• Project Types: Highlight opportunities for ongoing or single-day projects.

Next Steps for Gardens

1. Review the list of organizations and determine which align with your needs.

2. Reach out directly using the provided contact information, sharing your garden’s schedule, location, and specific needs.

3. Prepare answers to common questions regarding safety, accessibility, tools, and timeline.

4. Coordinate and confirm all details with the organization before volunteer activities begin.

Resources Requiring Nonprofit Status

These orgs typically require nonprofit status to engage and benefit from their services.

1. Albertsons Foundation

• Contact Person: Kathy Holland

• Email: Kathy.Holland@albertsons.com

• Steps to Engage:

1. Confirm nonprofit status and provide an outline of the garden projects and timeline.

2. Discuss potential volunteer availability, ensuring dates and locations align with their Boise-based volunteers.

3. Provide information on equipment and supply needs, noting that volunteers typically bring their own gloves and tools but may require some items.

4. Explore additional support options, such as food donations for community events (case-by-case basis).

2. Serve Idaho (AmeriCorps)

• Contact: Kim and Renee (messages left).

• Steps to Engage:

1. Confirm eligibility and requirements for involving AmeriCorps members.

2. Provide a program outline, timeline, and scope of garden projects.

3. Boise Salvation Army

• Contact: Amanda (Volunteer Coordinator)

• Steps to Engage:

1. Discuss potential volunteer group involvement.

2. Share garden schedules and any accessibility considerations.

4. St. Vincent de Paul

• Contact: Volunteer coordination voicemail.

• Steps to Engage:

1. Wait for callback or follow up after three days.

2. Provide garden project descriptions and estimated volunteer needs.

5. Jannus (Idaho Office for Refugees)

• Steps to Engage:

1. Reach out through refugee garden programs to explore collaboration.

2. Clarify available garden plots and assistance needed.