Volunteer

Group of people pose for photo on grass.

The Port maintains parks and over 107 acres of public spaces that support natural habitats and provide vital spaces to play and enjoy the waterfront. Help us keep the waterfront clean and vibrant by volunteering at the Port.

Groups can host their own beautification day with the Port. Email arianna.k.cunha@sfport.com to arrange your event.

What to Wear/Bring

  • Dress in layers.
  • Wear closed-toe shoes and sunscreen.
  • Bring a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated.

There will be a restroom on site for each event. Most spaces have mainly flat ground.


Upcoming Events

October 24: Port Beautification Day - Tending Nature: Heron's Head Park

  • Where: Heron's Head Park
  • When: Saturday, October 24, 9:30 am - 12 om

Check-in begins at 9 am. Volunteers may be weeding, planting new species, and removing litter. Work will take place for about 2 hours.


November 15: Port Beautification Day - Pier 94 Wetlands

  • Where: Pier 94 Wetlands
  • When: Sunday, November 15, 9 am - 12 pm 

We need your help to create a meadow section of Pier 94 Uplands! Join us for round 2 to cover the recently burned area with cardboard and then mulch to help suppress the weeds, preparing the area for meadow plantings. 

Check-in will begin at 8:30 am. All volunteers will need to complete a liability waiver. Work will take place for about 3 hours with everyone returning to the kickoff location around noon.


More Volunteer Opportunities

The Port regularly partners with other departments and organizations to care for waterfront spaces and habitats.