New Volunteer RegistrationS Are Accepted from 1 March- 1 Sept.
To Register for Spring 2025 come back after 1 March 2025!
Welcome to Volunteering at A Farm Less Ordinary!
Current Status: We are currently on “winter hours”. We will start accepting new volunteers again on March 1, 2025.
Requirements: All volunteers must be age 13 or older, and able to walk unassisted on uneven farmland in various weather conditions.
Schedule: Volunteers are needed March through early November, Monday to Friday, for 3-hour shifts between 8 AM and 2 PM.
Volunteer Tasks: You'll help our employees with planting, weeding, watering, field prep/maintenance, and harvesting. Occasionally you might help on special projects taking place on the farm.
Registration Process:
Fill out our New Volunteer Form (Available March 1 - September 1)
Check your email for next steps (within 3 business days)
Complete any required background checks (you will receive info about this in a follow-up email, once registered)
Attend a 45-minute orientation (date & location to be posted on our Loudoun Cares web page)
Age Requirements:
Ages 13-14: Must register with a parent/guardian who will pass a background check and accompany you while volunteering. Both must attend orientation.
Ages 15-17: No background check needed, but must register and attend orientation with a parent/guardian who will sign required paperwork.
Ages 18 and older: Must pass a background check and attend orientation.
Important Note: Our requirements might change for the 2025 growing season. Please check back after March 2025 for updated information.
Ready to start? Click the "NEW VOLUNTEERS CLICK HERE" button above to register (when available).
SEASONED AFLO volunteers
Welcome Back, Seasoned Volunteers!
We're excited to have you return for our growing season (March through early November). To sign up for volunteer shifts:
Log in to your Loudoun Cares account
Select AFLO's volunteer opportunities
Become an AFLO "fan" to get notifications about new opportunities
Looking forward to seeing you at the farm!
SCHOOL Groups, Community Organizations, and Companies
Join Us for a Group Volunteer Experience!
Looking for a meaningful team activity? Your group can help make a difference at our farm! We love hosting groups who want to contribute to our mission.
The Perfect Group Size: To ensure everyone has a great experience, we work best with groups of 16 or fewer volunteers (ages 13 and up). This size allows us to provide a meaningful experience for everyone, while effectively managing our farm activities.
Ready to Plan Your Visit? Let's talk about how your group can help! Email us at volunteer@afarmlessordinary.org to discuss available dates and opportunities that match your group's interests.