Volunteer:
Make a difference in your community

Volunteers are the heart of the Garren Creek Foundation. Every hour you give helps feed neighbors, host events, and build a stronger, more connected community. Together, we can make a lasting impact. Join us and make a difference right here at home.

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Volunteer Opportunities

  • Third Thursday Dinners

    Every Third Thursday of the Month: 545-930pm

    Help with cooking, set up, clean up, and break down of our Free Community Dinner.

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  • Free Store

    Tuesdays from 430-630p

    Assist community members as they shop our free store, restock food and supplies as available.

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  • Sunday Market

    Sundays from 1-4pm

    Help vendors set up, assist parking, open Free Store as available.

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  • Fall Fundraiser

    Help the Garren Creek Foundation raise funds for the year at the annual Fall Fundraiser. Help with set up, craft stations, music set up, clean up, or other activities.

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  • Around The Barn

    We can always use help with general maintenance needs!

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  • Community Garden

    Support for the community garden is needed year-round!

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Meet our Volunteer Coordinators!

Veronica Thao

Veronica Thao (she/her) grew her deep appreciation of the Appalachian Mountains after her 2023 thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail, walking the 2198.4 miles from Georgia to Maine in 168 days with her partner and their wonderfully sweet NC native plott hound, Gravy. With a love for adventure, nature, yoga, and cooking plant-based foods, Veronica, originally from California, has since called Western North Carolina home.

Having always valued community and service, and coming from a background in social justice and fun-centered educational programs and volunteer coordination in horticulture, farm and garden nonprofit organizations, Veronica is excited to focus more on supporting grassroots movements, especially with GCF, and thankful to contribute to the thriving community of Garren Creek and environs. In community and with gratitude.

"Never miss an opportunity to show your love." Paulo Coelho


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