HELP US COVER MORE GROUND!
Volunteers are the heartbeat of Moncus Park. Whether you have an hour or a whole morning, your time makes a real difference for Lafayette's green space.
Community Service Volunteers
Litter abatement, weeding, or other helpful activities to keep the park clean and beautiful.
Horticulture Volunteers
Working alongside staff to maintain our beautiful grounds and flower beds.
Conservation Club Volunteers
Environmental projects in our woodlands, prairie, or arboretum.
Group Impact Volunteers
Plan an impactful park project with your colleagues, friends, class, or team.
Community Service
Volunteers are needed to keep the park looking clean and beautiful. Our regular volunteer activities include litter abatement and weeding landscape beds — a great way to get a breath of fresh air while giving back to your community. Join us one time, or every week!
Individual volunteer opportunities are available on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 10 AM and 12 PM. Sign up for a shift below, or email volunteers@moncuspark.org to inquire about future opportunities.
Sign Up for a ShiftHorticulture
Interested in helping our plants thrive at Moncus Park? Sign up for a Horticulture Volunteer shift and work alongside our staff to help maintain a clean, green, and welcoming landscape.
Horticulture volunteer shifts are available every Tuesday and Thursday from 12:30–2:30 PM. Sign up below to get started.
Sign Up for a ShiftGroup Impact Days
Corporate and community groups fill an essential role in the health and upkeep of Moncus Park. Horticultural and maintenance projects promote team-building while providing an important service to the park. Group "Impact Days" are based on the needs of the park at the time of the scheduled visit.
Book Your Group Impact DayPartnership Opportunities
Through corporate and community partnerships, Moncus Park nurtures positive experiences for the community by providing quality facilities, services, and programs.
Corporate Engagement
Workplace-based partnerships where employers provide support or encouragement to facilitate volunteering and other involvement opportunities with Moncus Park.
In-Kind Giving
Donation of tangible goods or services — such as park equipment, supplies, seeds, organic material, or professional expertise — that directly benefit the park.
To learn more or submit your interest as a partner, email volunteers@moncuspark.org.
Adopt a Garden
Join our community of dedicated gardeners and help nurture the natural beauty of Moncus Park! Individuals, families, organizations, and groups are all welcome. Whether you're an experienced gardener or just starting out, you can make a lasting impact by adopting one of our garden spaces — from vibrant ornamental gardens to native wildlife habitats.
What's included in your adoption:
2026 Volunteer Activator
Thank you to Louisiana Blue for serving as our Volunteer Activator at Moncus Park. Their support helps power our volunteer program and the people behind it. From caring for the land to supporting events, volunteers make this park what it is — and Louisiana Blue helps make that possible. We are grateful for their partnership and commitment to our community.