SA Spartans at Mission San Juan Food Bank Farm

Project Description

The Mission San Juan Community Farm is a unique partnership between the San Antonio Food Bank and the National Park Service. Our mission is to grow and distribute as much food as possible to our community, while empowering clients, school kids, volunteers, and anyone else who wants to learn more about growing food at home with skills they need to do so.

What can you expect when you volunteer? Farm tasks will vary seasonally but our volunteers most frequently aid in planting, transplanting, harvesting, weeding, and mulching.

Because our farm is exposed to the elements, be aware that working conditions will fluctuate with the weather. Our fields remain muddy for several days after rain. Please wear shoes (preferably boots) and clothes that will keep you comfortable and you do not mind getting dirty.

Volunteer sessions may be cancelled in the event of extreme weather. Should a cancellation occur, you will be notified via email 24 hours in advance.

Age Requirement:  We welcome volunteers of all ages to our community farm. However anyone under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult.

Where: Mission San Juan, 9101 Graf Road, San Antonio, TX, 78214

When: 09/17/2022 8:15 AM – 11:00 AM

Community Partner - San Antonio Food Bank

San Antonio Food Bank Accommodations

• Children under 15 years must be accompanied by an adult
• Please wear shoes (preferably boots) and clothes that will keep you comfortable and you do not mind getting dirty. Prepare to get dirty during this event! Bring your own water, sunscreen, and snacks.
• Additional registration or documentation required: https://safoodbank.tfaforms.net/10?ReservationId=a1E8W000007A15v
  The SAFB requires an additional registration to capture your contact information. This information is required in case emergency weather cancels the event.

About San Antonio Food Bank

In a unique partnership between the San Antonio Food Bank and the National Park Service, Spartans can volunteer to farm in the historic Mission San Juan farm. Participate in their effort to grow food using a historic method of farming practices. Farm tasks will vary seasonally but our volunteers most frequently aid in planting, transplanting, harvesting, weeding, and mulching. 

Website: https://safoodbank.org/ways-to-help/give-time-opportunities/

Project Date

Sept. 17, 2022

Project Locations and Shifts

Mission San Juan Community Farm
9101 Graf Rd
San Antono, TX 78214

• 8:15 - 11 a.m.
  (18 spots available)

Volunteer registration is closed.