Needs From: United Way of Lancaster County

Volunteer Opportunity: General Yard Cleanup

Hosted by the Occupational Development Center
As part of United Way’s 2025 Week of Caring

Project Title: General Yard Cleanup
Location: 640 Martha Avenue, Lancaster, PA 17601
Contact Person: Ken Mueller
Email: kenm@odcenter.org
Phone: 717-397-4269

Project Description

Join the Occupational Development Center for a hands-on outdoor volunteer opportunity! We're looking for a small team to help with:

Weeding and tidying up garden areas

General yard cleanup

Removing two old raised garden beds that are no longer usable

This project is perfect for volunteers who enjoy working outside and don’t mind getting their hands a little dirty for a good cause.

Project Details

Dates Available:

Monday, September 8

Tuesday, September 9

Wednesday, September 10

Thursday, September 11

Friday, September 12

Start Time: As early as 8:00 AM. However, this can be adjusted 

Estimated Time Commitment: 3–4 hours

Volunteers Needed: Minimum 4, Maximum 8

Minimum Age: 16 (Minors must be accompanied by an adult)

Wheelchair Accessible: No

What to Bring and Wear

Comfortable outdoor clothing

Gardening gloves (if available)

Extra gardening tools are helpful, though some will be provided

Parking Instructions

Volunteers may park along Martha Avenue or in our lot, accessible from Marshall Avenue.

Check-In Process

All volunteers should check in with Ken Mueller at the front door upon arrival.

Volunteer Skills Needed

General gardening experience is helpful, but not required. All skill levels are welcome.

Note: In the event of bad weather, the project will be rescheduled to a future date.

Have questions? Reach out to Ken Mueller at kenm@odcenter.org or 717-397-4269.

We look forward to working alongside you to keep our community beautiful!