Interested in Local Climate Action?
Join a Team of Devoted Volunteers Now!

With an issue as complex as climate change, there is no singular fix. It will take every one of us working together to advance a variety of solutions, meaning that no matter your interests, skill sets, or time constraints, there is a place for you on our team of volunteers!

Volunteer Opportunities

  • Board Committee Member

    Join our board of directors or one of our many board committees to support an organizational area of need that aligns with your interests or experience.

  • Clean Energy Ambassador

    Work with our NYSERDA Energy Hub to inform community members about Clean Heating and Cooling programs and resources.

  • Climate Advocacy

    Promote impactful climate and environmental policy through lobbying efforts, writing letters and calling local government officials, etc.

  • Color Your Community Green

    Start or join an active team in your community or with your school district to begin implementing relevant climate action strategies at the local level.

  • Community Outreach

    Inform and engage community members of our work at the Accelerator by tabling at local events, conducting surveys, posting flyers, etc.

  • Event Facilitation

    Help make Accelerator events a success by generating ideas, participating in event preparation, or volunteering at the event.

  • Fundraising

    Boost the Accelerator’s capacity to serve our nine-county region by researching potential grants, hosting a fundraiser, or sponsoring an event.

  • Research

    Expand our collection of educational, climate-related resources by conducting investigative or case-by-case research, or surfing the web.

  • Technology

    Share your web development, digital marketing, or graphic design expertise with the Accelerator to help us optimize our online presence.

Fill Out Our Volunteer Form Here to Get Started!

Volunteer Testimonials

  • “[Color Your Community Green] provides the opportunity to get together to discuss environmental community issues and to provide input to our town elected leaders and even assist them in making changes that make our town greener, safer, and a better place to live and raise our families.”

    Jim Tappon, Color Irondequoit Green Volunteer

  • “I have loved working as a volunteer for the Accelerator — both as a HeatSmart Ambassador and as a tabler. One of the real challenges of climate change for me has been an uncertainty about what I can personally do to help mitigate it. Working with the Accelerator has helped me find an answer to that question… being able to share this knowledge with the Rochester community has been a strong antidote to my climate anxiety.”

    Will Gantt, Clean Energy Ambassador and Community Outreach Volunteer

  • “I was happy to be a part of this project…I have learned so much and am now more aware. I’m even thinking of getting an electric vehicle or at least a hybrid”.

    Research Volunteer

Frequently Asked Questions

  • It depends, each volunteer opportunity varies in the time commitment expected. Whatever your time constraints are, we will work with you individually to find the volunteer opportunity that best fits your interests and schedule.

  • Definitely! While nearly all of our volunteer roles have direct oversight by an Accelerator staff member or at least one other volunteer working with you, Color Your Community Green is by far the most collaborative opportunity. Learn more about Color Your Community Green, here.

  • Absolutely! Climate change has so many layers to it that we are all constantly learning. Prior to starting your volunteer project, there will be a virtual training series to provide you with more background knowledge on our organization, as well as prepare you for whichever project you will be working on.

  • Yes! As our staff commonly works virtually, we have several opportunities for you to get involved from the comfort of your home. Some options include climate advocacy tasks, many committee meetings, and research.

  • To name a few: learn more about climate change and identify solutions, meet other community members with shared interests, and contribute to a healthier, more equitable, and environmentally sustainable region.

  • Our volunteer coordinator will reach out to you via the email you included in your interest form to set up a virtual meeting. At this meeting, we hope to learn more about you and discuss potential project opportunities. If it appears we can’t offer the volunteer experience you’re seeking, we can connect you with other organizations that may provide a better fit.

For any additional questions, please contact our Director of Public Engagement, Brady Fergusson, at brady@climategfl.org.