Join Our Volunteer Community
Our farm is deeply rooted in the community, and we rely on the support of people like you to thrive. Each season, we welcome around 100 volunteers who bring their unique talents and abilities to the farm.
Our volunteer family is truly diverse. On any given day, you’ll find young children volunteering with their parents, students, retirees, community members and individuals with diverse abilities alongside their support workers. While we welcome new faces every year, many of our volunteers return season after season.
What Do Volunteers Do?
Volunteers are an essential part of our daily operations and a vital part of our farm team. Since our farm is funded entirely by donations, the time and effort our volunteers donate are invaluable in keeping our gates open.
During a shift, volunteers might:
Care for our animals directly while cleaning barns and enclosures.
Help keep the farm grounds clean, safe, and tidy.
Welcome visitors and answer questions.
Provide plenty of love and attention to our animal residents.
Our dedicated volunteers help make the farm a happy, safe, friendly, and inclusive place for everyone—it simply wouldn’t be the same without them.
How to Become a Volunteer
Age Requirements: The minimum age to volunteer is 7 years old. Volunteers under 14, or those who require assistance with tasks, must be accompanied by an adult as a volunteer team.
Time Commitment: We ask for a full-season commitment (April through October), typically for 1–2 hours per week. Limited winter volunteer opportunities are also available.
Onboarding Steps: All prospective volunteers must submit an application form and attend a training workshop. Following training, volunteers sign a liability waiver, and those 18 and older must complete a criminal record check (including a vulnerable sector check) before beginning.
Volunteering for the 2026 Season
Thank you for your interest in supporting the farm!
Our volunteer team is currently full for the 2026 season, and we are not accepting new applications at this time. Please check back in early March 2027 for details on how to apply for the next season.
Have questions in the meantime? Feel free to reach out to us at bhcfvictoria@gmail.com.