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Together, we grow meaningful community connections that celebrate our diversity, cultivate inclusivity, and inspire shared passion and purpose for enriching Des Moines’ quality of life.
Are you 18 years or older? *
Volunteer Group Lead - First Name *
Volunteer Group Lead - Last Name *
Nickname (Preferred Name)
Pronouns (optional)
Cell Phone *
Parent/Legal Guardian Full Name *
Parent/Legal Guardian Cell Phone *
Other Phone (Work,Home):
Do you have a backup leader?
Backup Volunteer Lead First Name
Backup Volunteer Lead Last Name
Backup Volunteer Cell Phone
Backup Volunteer Email
Has your group volunteered with Des Moines Parks and Recreation before? *
Employer/Company (optional)
Group/Organization Name (optional)
Address *
City *
Zip Code *
Group Size *
Does your group contain minors (younger than 18 years of age)? *
I understand that if my group has minors, each minor will be required to have a parent/legal guardian complete their online volunteer registration. *
It's our goal to place you in a role that completes high-priority work in our community. Is your group flexible for placement within DSM city limits? *
Please list your preferred location and why you prefer this area. (We cannot guarantee we will be able to place you in your preferred location) *
Please visit our
Friends of Des Moines Parks to provide information on your tree donation. We will coordinate with our Friends of Des Moines Parks and get back to you.
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Current & Upcoming Volunteer Events to view upcoming events that may be of interest for your group, if available.
If there is an event you are interested in, please list that specific event and/or shift below so we can reserve your spot for you, pending availability. Please provide additional information in the text box below (if needed).
Please list your volunteer or event interest below.
Do you have specific dates and times you are interested in volunteering? *
Please select your date. Note: Specific dates may not be available. *
A valid date as MM/DD/YYYY (for example: 11/30/2015)
Availability *
Time Availability *
List your multiple dates and times. Note: Specific dates may not be available. *
Please list your specific time you are available. If available all day, at any time, please write 'Any'.
We welcome volunteers of all abilities. If you or someone on your team requires specific accommodations to participate, please let us know. We will do our best to provide reasonable accommodations to make your experience with us comfortable and rewarding.
Do you have any access requirements or accommodation requests, in your group, you'd like us to be aware of? *
Please feel free to list any group accommodations or allergies below. If you would like to discuss your specific needs, please contact Parks and Recreation Supervisor, Callie Le’au Courtright at chlcourtright@dmgov.org or call 515-505-2231.
I understand that the City of Des Moines Parks and Recreation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, disability, religion, creed, age, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and ancestry in its programs and its employment practices.
I understand that submitting this information does not guarantee our group's acceptance as a volunteer, and that assignment of volunteer work is based on availability and the assessments made by the volunteer coordinator, Director, and staff.
Do you understand the above statement? *
