Volunteer
Volunteer Opportunities * Application Form
Volunteer Opportunities
Sprouting Chefs is focused on improving the lives of youth in Burnaby, BC. We believe that healthy minds and bodies start with healthy eating. We believe that healthy eating begins with a thorough knowledge, understanding and appreciation of where our food comes from – starting in a garden. We also firmly believe children are more likely to learn and be mentored from other youth and teens who have experienced our program. Volunteering with us as a teen or youth can provide:
- Valuable work experience
- Volunteer Hours
- Community Involvement and Engagement
- Ability to give back to your community and make a difference!
Teen Volunteers and Post Secondary Students
Teen Volunteers: Students can apply for a “build your own schedule” placement with Sprouting Chefs at 2 different Burnaby, BC Elementary Schools or at our Summer Wellness and Cooking Camp at St. Timothy’s Church in Burnaby. A minimum commitment of 15 hours is required. Students are expected to clearly communicate their availability when applying. Once a student has committed to specific dates and times, at least two weeks’ notice must be given if the student will be unable to attend, as your presence will be integral to the running of cooking classes and events! PLEASE NOTE: we are currently in need of volunteers to help at our Forest Grove Elementary After School Cooking Classes on Wednesdays or Friday After School Garden Clubs.
Post Secondary Students are always valued who have a background in holistic nutrition, education, environmental education, sustainability, or yoga students
Current Volunteer Opportunities:
- Support in the garden programs; someone with strong knowledge in urban farming & permaculture background
- Photographer/Videographer:Amazing magical moments happen in gardens and in our community spaces with our students. Capturing these moments help promote our programs and reinforce the need for funding.
- Forest Grove Elementary After School Cooking Classes (Wednesdays) or Garden Club help (Fridays)
- Bookkeeper
- Please email barb(at)sproutingchefs(dot)com for more details
Private Investors 2025/2026
- Bruce Forster & Pat Stephenson – $20,000 After School Garden Club at Forest Grove Elementary and Edmonds Community School, Sustainability and Wellness Program
- Open Rd. Foundation – $25,000 Sustainability and Wellness Program
- Ken Gracie and Philip Waddell via the McGrane Pearson Endowment Fund held at Vancouver Foundation – $5,000 Forest Grove Elementary Community Lunch June 2025 & Fall Garden Club Program at Forest Grove Fall 2025
How to Sponsor One of our Programs
Email us for details outlining what program you would like to support (Garden Club at a school, Seed to Table Program, Cooking Class, Garden Build, or Labyrinth Creation).
