The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy welcomes millions of visitors each year through its various events and programs. Our dedicated group of volunteers makes it all possible.
Become a Detroit Riverfront volunteer today! Make new friends and connect with the community while keeping the riverfront a safe, clean, beautiful, and accessible gathering place for all. Use the links below to learn about volunteering opportunities and apply to be a DRFC volunteer.
Learn more about the opportunities available for our volunteers
Interested in becoming a Detroit Riverfront volunteer?
- Complete and submit our online Volunteer Application.
- Attend an in-person volunteer orientation. You will receive an email ahead of the next scheduled orientation date to confirm your attendance.
- After completing a volunteer orientation, you will be asked to sign and return a Release and Waiver of Liability and Indemnity Agreement and complete a background screening.
Once the paperwork has been processed, you will receive a login to our volunteer management system and can begin volunteering.
Already a Detroit Riverfront volunteer?
Log into Vlogistics here for volunteer schedule, sign up for assignments and track your hours.
Group Volunteer Opportunities
The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy welcomes volunteer groups year-round to assist with specialized projects along the riverfront. As a way of enhancing our corporate volunteer partnerships, the Conservancy is excited to introduce its DRFC Corporate Champion and DRFC Corporate Steward group volunteer packages.
If you are interested in becoming a DRFC Corporate Champion or DRFC Corporate Steward, please reach out to David Miechiels, Volunteer Manager, at david.miechiels@detroitriverfront.org or (313) 566-8260. Groups that would like to volunteer, but are unable to complete a corporate sponsorship package are encouraged to participate in our Dequindre Cut Spring Cleanup which takes place each April.
Learn more about ways your organization can become a DRFC Corporate Champion or DRFC Corporate Steward.
DRFC CORPORATE CHAMPIONS
- Cohen & Co.
- Friedman Real Estate
DRFC CORPORATE STEWARDS
- Ally
- Banner Sign Co.
- Forefront
474 total volunteers
37k+ total service hours donated
23-90 age range of active volunteers