Reno, Sparks & Carson
February
Projects
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Project Host: Public Education Foundation
Date: February 9, 2026 through March 20, 2026
Time: At your convenience during the review period
Ages: Open to Adults (18+), Open to Seniors (65+)
Registration Details: Once you sign up with this link, you will receive a training email to complete as you set up a Kaleidoscope profile and prepare for scholarship applications to start to be assigned on February 9.
Location: Throughout the state
Project Description: Last year, we awarded nearly $7 million in scholarships to students across the state of Nevada. This year, we’re facing a record-breaking number of applications, and we need volunteers like YOU to help make these opportunities possible.
Scholarship reviews can be completed anywhere in Nevada, from the comfort of your own home, on your own schedule. Just a few hours of your time could truly change the course of a student’s life.
Volunteer support is needed between February 9 and March 20. You can log in whenever it works for you, and we simply ask that your assigned scholarship bundle be completed within two weeks.
March
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Project Host: Nevada Volunteers Youth Council
Date: March 8, 2026
Time: 9 a.m.
Ages: Open to All
Registration Details: Click here to register directly with the organization
Location: Kiwanis Bike Program
Project Description: This project will focus on helping the teens in our community feel safe and confident by helping them by providing basic first aid knowledge and First Aid and Hygiene kits, We will be putting the kits together to get them handed out to those who need them
April
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Project Host: River Wranglers
Date: April 11, 2026
Time: 9 a.m.
Ages: Open to All
Registration Details: Click here for the required registration
Location: Silver Saddle Ranch | 4901 Carson River Rd, Carson City, NV 89701
Project Description: Wrap and paint trees with animal deterrents in order to protect them from wildlife of all shapes and sizes. -
Project Host: Nevada Division of State Parks
Date: April 22, 2026
Time: TBD
Ages: Open to all, but minors under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
Registration Details: Click here for the required registration
Location: Sand Harbor State Park
Project Description: Celebrate Earth Day at one of Lake Tahoe’s most stunning beaches. Volunteers will help clean up Sand Harbor’s shoreline and sections of the East Shore Trail, protecting Lake Tahoe’s clear waters and scenic beauty. This popular annual event is family-friendly and perfect for first-time volunteers looking to make a big impact.Need to Know
Pets not allowed
Minors under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
Program is weather dependent and may be cancelled without notice; check the website for updates
Meet-up location will be shared with registered volunteers
What to Bring
Water
Comfortable walking shoes
Weather-appropriate clothing
Sun protection
What to Expect
Beach and trail cleanup
Outdoor work on sand and paved trails
All safety supplies provided
Fees & Registration
Free event
Park entrance fee waived for volunteers
Registration required at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScqDbMow7CxNFOSA5gRThkcAUTNghrd8eHxbQwWrgLjEWdM6g/viewform
Contact:
This program is hosted by Walker River State Recreation Area.
Kayla Parsley
k.parsley@parks.nv.gov
775-684-2793America 250 Nevada Gives Project
This volunteer event is part of the America 250 Nevada Gives Project, a statewide initiative led by America 250 Nevada to encourage civic engagement and community service in honor of the nation’s 250th anniversary. Nevada State Parks is proud to participate by offering volunteer opportunities that directly support park stewardship, conservation, and visitor experience improvements across the state.These Nevada State Parks America 250 service projects are sponsored by MGM Resorts International, with support from Nevada Volunteers and the America 250 Nevada Gives Project.
Nevada State Parks is committed to providing accessible experiences for all visitors. If you need a reasonable communication accommodation to participate in this event, please contact the park or event coordinator no later than 10 days in advance so we have time to work with you and support your visit
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Project Host: Note-Able Music Therapy Services
Date: April 22, 2026
Time: 11 a.m.
Ages: Open to All
Registration Details: Click here for the required registration
Location: Note-Able Music Therapy Services | 2590 Orovada St, Reno, NV 89512
Project Description: Grab your gloves and bring your neighborly spirit! Volunteers will team up for a feel-good community clean-up along Orovada Street, tackling the stretch from Silverada to the curve just east of Note-Able Music Therapy Services. We’ll roll up our sleeves to care for our shared spaces, meet new faces, and make a visible difference together. And because hard work deserves a good celebration, we’ll wrap things up with a block party—complete with music, food, and plenty of time to relax, laugh, and enjoy being together.No formal background check or training is required for this project.
Volunteers are only required to complete our event sign-up form in advance, which collects basic participant information, an emergency contact, and a signed liability and photo/video release acknowledgment.
May
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Project Host: Veterans Guest House
Date: May 8, 2026
Time: 10 a.m.
Ages: Open to All
Registration Details: Registration Link
Locations:Veterans Guest House | 880 Locust Street, Reno, NV 89502
Cynthia Lake House | 885 Marsh Avenue, Reno, NV 89509
Project Description: VGH is sprucing up the yards at both of our houses for veterans and their families to enjoy. Volunteers are invited to clean up our green spaces and plant additional flowers and bushes to brighten the spirits of our guests in times of medical need. -
Project Host: City of Sparks
Date: May 16, 2026
Time: 9 a.m.
Ages: Open to All
Registration Details: Registration Link
Location: Cottonwood Park | 777 Spice Island Drive, Sparks, NV 89431
Project Description: Volunteers will help to clean up the river banks and spread mulch at Cottonwood Park in Sparks.
June
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Project Host: Honor Flight Nevada
Date: June 3, 2026
Time: 4 a.m.
Ages: Open to Adults (18+)
Registration Details: Registration Link
Location: Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 2001 E Plumb Lane, Reno, NV 89502Location is subject to change to Atlantis Casino Resort Spa
Project Description: We host the veterans a few weeks prior to the travel event so they get their briefing and we issue their gear for travel.