| Our mission | The mission of Gorman Heritage Farm is to educate about agriculture, nutrition, sustainability, and the environment. |
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Gorman Heritage Farm
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Trosset Wildflower Sanctuary Volunteer Needed
We are in need of help in our Trosset Wildflower Sanctuary on Monday, Wednesday and Fridays from 9am -11am. This work is sometimes messy and at times requires a good amount of muscle. It will also offer you a chance to learn more about native wildflowers from other knowledgeable volunteers. We do ask that you bring your… See full description
Row by Row TOGO Volunteers
We are in need of a couple of volunteers to help us on the night of our Row by Row TOGO Dinner. The event is August 22. If you have interest in helping please email bwalker@gormanfarm.org for more details. See full description
Volunteers Needed
Please visit our website to learn about all the ways to volunteer and support Gorman Heritage Farm’s educational mission. https://www.gormanfarm.org/become-a-volunteer/ See full description
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Harness ClubOur mule and mini horse teams serve the Greater Cincinnati community by offering carriage rides for the elderly, disabled persons and underprivileged children as well as participate in many community events and parades. Come join the fun by caring for them at the Farm or helping at events and parades.Farmyard Volunteer & FeederCare for our farm animals including sheep, goats, pigs, chickens, turkeys, rabbits, cows, some equine and our barncat. Assist with the general maintenance of our farmyard and the feeding and care of our sweet animals.Education VolunteersLead small groups of school children from station to station in the gardens and farmyard. Training is provided for these structures, highly organized field trips.Beekeeper VolunteerJoin our beekeepers who meet regularly to maintain the health of our hives. They love to share their knowledge with hardworking volunteers who want to learn about this interesting field and welcome beekeepers of all levels.Event VolunteerWe have several fundraisers through the year and are always looking for assistance with set-up, admissions, activities and clean-up. Join us to make these fun events a success!Volunteer GardenerHelp take care of our Front, Woodland and Rain Gardens from March until November. Enjoy the therapeutic quiet and work with your hands with other like-minded volunteers. We are always looking for garden volunteers and would appreciate the help anytime for our Market Garden, potato field, flower cutting garden and our many other gardens. (M-F 9am-5pm or Saturdays 9am-3pm)Front Desk VolunteerOur front desk volunteers are our "Directors of First Impressions"! We are looking for a volunteer to help run the front desk. We are currently looking for help on some shifts during the week and several Saturday mornings (e.g. 3rd Saturday of the month). Help greet visitors, answer phones, enroll new members, collect fees, and sell items from the gift shop. Join a great team of volunteers in a beautiful setting. Come join the fun! (2 shifts a day; 9am-1pm and 1-5pm)Quilting VolunteersVolunteer quilters gather in the Interpretive Center to work on their own fabric art and then work together for several months to create a gorgeous quilt to raffle off in the Fall. (Wednesday evenings, 5-7pm) |
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| Items we need now |
Amazon Wish List Items and other needsAs a non-profit organization, we work on a limited budget and have to be very concerned about our expenses. You can help us keep expenses down by purchasing needed equipment and supplies. Many needed items are on our Amazon Wish List! In-kind donations are tax deductible. We appreciate your support! The Farm also accepts:
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| How you help | Volunteers are vital at Gorman Heritage Farm. We need your help, and in return will provide you with ways to find personal fulfillment, creative outlets and the opportunity to serve your community, all in a fun, healthy environment. Anyone can volunteer at Gorman Heritage Farm because there is something here for everyone! Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult while volunteering. |
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| About us | Gorman Heritage Farm is a 122-acre working farm and outdoor education center, inviting visitors to explore and learn the history, methods, and values of a working family farm in a natural setting. We are located on Reading Road in Evendale, Ohio. The Farm is one-half mile south of Glendale-Milford Road. |
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