Interested in volunteering? Fill out a Community Volunteer Application through the Oakland Public Education fund and then send us an email at efgprograms@ousd.org!
There are currently no open positions with the EFG Team @ The Center. Check back here for updates!
Meet your school’s EFG Champion and learn about ways to get involved in your school garden.
Enjoy fresh local fruits and vegetables from your school’s Produce Bar, Harvest of the Month taste test, or school garden.
Apply for the Student Internship Program at The Center (high school students only).
Become, or collaborate with your school’s EFG Champion! Reach out to us at efgprograms@ousd.org to learn about how to support programs in your school and community.
Sign your class up for a Student Field Trip to The Center.
Lead or promote a Harvest of the Month taste test for students at your school (available to sites with EFG Champions).
Take advantage of your school’s garden or living schoolyard.
Make a donation to support student learning experiences, program materials, and staffing needs.
Volunteer at The Center to lend your time, skills, and expertise to OUSD students.
Schedule an in-person tour of The Center to learn more about our facility and ways to become a key partner.
Sponsor a specific learning activity for students such as field trips to The Center, school gardens, high school internships, culinary education, the instructional garden and future farm The Center, and more.
Complete a organizational volunteer day with us during a Farm Friday
Review our Partnerships page for more information.