NPS / Emily Alff Welcome to the Volunteer Program at National Capital Parks - East!Volunteers-In-Parks (VIPs) are very important people! Explore, learn, and share your time and talent while helping us protect these special places. Opportunities are available both for highly skilled professionals and for beginners with little or no experience. National Capital Parks - East connects neighborhoods across Washington, D.C. and Maryland with more than 8,000 acres of trails, historic homes, forts, farms, and green spaces. Explore all sites that make up National Capital Parks - East. Get Started: View Current Volunteer OpportunitiesAlready signed up?: Watch our Volunteer Orientation VideoVolunteer OpportunitiesIndividuals, families, and organized groups are welcome to volunteer. The time commitment for volunteer service varies from drop-in events to short term projects and continuous service. Choose the opportunity that is right for you.Arrange a Volunteer EventWant to arrange a volunteer event for your group or organization?Please email the volunteer coordinator to get started. Drop-in eventsDrop-in events are held throughout the year and include three national service days:
Get Started: View Current Volunteer Opportunities Short-term projects and continuous serviceNational Capital Parks - East runs two keystone volunteer programs: Get Started: View Current Volunteer OpportunitiesStay ConnectedVolunteer NewsletterInterested in volunteer program updates and information about upcoming events? Subscribe to our monthly newsletter! 
Volunteers from across National Capital Parks – East share all they loved about their experiences volunteering.
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Last updated: August 19, 2026