Our vision is to Preserve, Protect and Promote Findlay Market. Market Volunteers help to make this vision a reality in a variety of ways! From special events to beautification projects, community engagement to hosting tours, there are many ways to get involved and support Findlay Market initiatives.
Special Event Volunteers
Our special events are a great way to introduce new people to the market, bring life-long shoppers together, and volunteer with your friends and family. We have many events throughout the year, so click the link below to check out these opportunities.
Community Nights at Findlay Market
2nd & 4th Wednesdays • April - October • 5:30 - 7:30 PM
Community Nights at Findlay Market is an exciting new event series aimed at bringing the community together and strengthening the bond between Findlay Market and its neighbors. Each month will feature a unique theme, with local nonprofits and organizations invited to set up tables, offer fun activities, and share helpful information.
Volunteers will assist in making sure the event runs smoothly. Duties may include helping the participating organizations with unloading/set up, watching over any programming activities, and more.
Fall Food Fest
Sunday, October 5 • 3 - 5 PM
Help us make Fall Food Fest a success! Volunteers will work the ticket booth, help pass out event supplies, check in with market merchants and assist customers with questions.
Trick or Treat
Friday, October 31 • 3:30 - 6:30 PM
Volunteers will pass out candy to merchants and refill their supply as the event goes on. Volunteers will also pass out candy to the kids. Family friendly costumes are encouraged!
Howl-O-Ween Dog Costume Contest
Saturday, November 1 • 4 - 6:30 PM
PetWants and Findlay Market partner together at Jane's for our annual Howl-O-Ween Costume Contest for Dogs!
Christmas Tree Sales
Friday November 28 – Sunday December 21
As a volunteer at our annual Christmas Tree Sale, you will help guests with their tree, trimming and packing it up to take home. Get ready to roll up your sleeves and be a part of the holiday magic at Findlay Market!
More Opportunities
Findlay Market Cleanups
Join our team of volunteers and help keep the Market District clean and beautiful! Findlay Market Cleanups are an excellent way to get involved in the community and pour your passion back into the Market. Volunteers must be 16 years old or older. Volunteers under 18 years old must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Gleaning at the Market
Join the Findlay Market gleaning team to help collect, weigh, and record food donated weekly by vendors, Tuesdays starting at 5:30. Help Findlay vendors support their community in one more significant way by keeping this delicious food from going to waste, and re-routing it to a nearby homeless shelter kitchen and free fridge. You will not need a vehicle, and can get your shopping done before your shift! Contact Sue Plummer/Soc. of St. Andrew at 513-458-9808 or sw-ohio@endhunger.org.
Interested in more group volunteering opportunities? Fill out this form.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Who can Volunteer?
Anyone over 16 can volunteer at Findlay Market. Whether it be individuals, corporate groups or other organizations there is something for everyone. Please note, most volunteer activities take place outside and can require standing and walking around the Market.
How does my group get started?
Click here to submit your service project request and see available dates to volunteer for beautification and Market Clean up. We will respond to your request within five business days!