Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy

Had a great time volunteering - the staff was very kind and knowledgeable. You can really tell how much they care about the park!

The park is the perfect place to stroll through in Boston. I’ve loved the mix of events they put on all year round (the winter sauna was a personal favorite) and love seeing the public art on display!

First year volunteering for the Rose Kennedy Greenway. (Butterfly monitoring).
Flexible time slots, grateful, friendly staff, beautiful natural surroundings, tangible civic benefit, and a great excuse for a walk-about.
Commute in from Reading is a nuisance but it gets me into the city.

Volunteering at the Greenway Conservancy got me out of my own garden in the far western suburbs and into the heart of the city. The greenway is a fabulous urban park, and weeding with others was a lot of fun! The staff are welcoming and knowledgeable.

I had a wonderful time volunteering at the Greenway this last spring. The staff are super friendly and supportive. If you want somewhere to volunteer with work or by yourself, I highly recommend the Greenway.

I had a wonderful volunteer experience with the folks at the Greenway earlier this year, preparing some of the park's wildflower beds for their new plantings. It is such a treat to be part of the work they are doing to keep downtown colorful and walk-able! The lovely staff kept our group very busy, and they were down in the weeds with us the entire morning. Thank you for being so welcoming, and see you next spring!

I had a fun volunteer experience with our latest Greenway project, planting daffodil bulbs in Dewey Square. I have always loved working with different groups of people from our Boston area community, and Avery and her Greenway team are super supportive.

Volunteering at the Greenway is a great experience. First, you learn how to care for plants, second, you become aware of the different plants and trees in the park, and third, you contribute with your help. Oh, and of course, you get to enjoy a good time outdoors. All advantages.

The Greenway looks more beautiful every year! That is thanks to the efforts of so many staff and volunteers. I have enjoyed the opportunities as a volunteer to give back to the community and to reconnect with nature. This is definitely a 5-star organization!

I think the Greenway staff always do a good job ensuring we know what to do during the events I have volunteered at. Everyone is always very nice and they are all great to work along with.

The Greenway is awesome!
It is such a beautiful area - with a lot of variety to the sections, and so, something for everyone. Including a carousel! They have so many unique events and interesting art - often interactive sculptures. And the landscaping - using native plants organically managed - is gorgeous.
It is a really beautiful space that can be both restful and dynamic.

As a gardening volunteer I can attest to how much they care about and for the people that work and volunteer there. They treat us well, making us feel welcome and useful.

I volunteered with the Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy and pulled invasive plants from the wildflower garden. It was a great experience. There were lovely people involved and they provided snacks and water.

I've had the pleasure of volunteering at the Rose Kennedy Greenway with my team, and I can't express enough how incredible this experience has been. The Greenway is not just a park; it's a vibrant, living part of Boston's heart, and being a volunteer here has been an absolute joy.

The staff at the Greenway are amazing! They are friendly, knowledgeable, and always willing to lend a helping hand. They've made each volunteering session organized and informative.

I've also had the privilege of working alongside fellow volunteers, and the sense of camaraderie and community is heartwarming.

If you're looking for a meaningful and fulfilling way to give back, volunteering at the Greenway is an excellent choice!

I volunteered for one of the dance series they hosted on the Greenways. Great people to work with. I thought the coordination and communication by leadership were great. I enjoyed volunteering with Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy and look forward to volunteering with them again!

The Greenway Conservancy is an amazing organization that we were proud to volunteer with. We enjoyed doing gardening projects in one of the most recognized parks in the world. It is a great space that we are lucky enough to be located next to and we frequently enjoy their space and programs.

Volunteering with the Greenway was a joy. We easily organized a yearly group volunteer project. Directions were clear, and waivers were signed! We love being part of our Boston community and giving back to our neighbors.

The Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy has a great mission, vision and staff. It not only offers a beautiful and environmentally sustainable space where everyone is welcome but also many opportunities to engage in diverse experiences like culture, art, food, music, etc.

I am a frequent visitor of the Greenway and I have volunteered with the Conservancy a few times. My experience has always been organized, educational, and fun! The staff are informative and provided volunteers with all the tools we needed to learn and succeed. They were available to answer questions and shared great info on everything from city history to plant ecology. The organization is appreciative of their volunteers, and clearly passionate about the work they do. It’s important to have folks as dedicated as the Greenway staff to help preserve this beautiful space!

The gardens of the Greenway make the project much more than an imaginatively covered highway ... but rather, an incredible amenity for quality of life in Boston and New England. . The staff and volunteers are dedicated and friendly.

Volunteering for the Greenway is a truly gratifying experience, which is why I am back for my 5th year as a horticulture volunteer. The staff work hard at making us feel like a real community, so it is fun to see your gardening buddies every week. I have learned a lot about horticulture, too. Best of all, I see my handiwork every time I walk on 5e Greenway and I am proud that I have contributed in some small way to making Boston a better place.

Our team had a great experience volunteering with The Greenway! Would highly recommend to any individual or group looking to get more involved in a community project in the Boston area!

The Rose Kennedy Greenway is a wonderful nonprofit that brings greenery, art, and life to Boston. We volunteered with the Greenway as a corporate sponsor, and it was an excellent experience. So thankful for them and all they do!

A wonderful group, passionate about their work and the Greenway's mission. The entire staff never miss a chance to recognize their volunteers and let them know thier work is appreciated.

Great experience volunteering with these folks. Everyone was super nice and genuine. You felt they really knew what they were doing when it came to the plants and were totally willing to share their knowledge. I would go back again anytime.

It's such a lovely experience to be working in the Greenway alongside caring people from multiple generations and diverse backgrounds. The work is well organized, tools are available and questions are eagerly answered. The most amazing aspect is the informal education you receive while working in the gardens. Everything from the Greenway's ecosystem to its history. I love being a volunteer.

Working alongside the staff at the Greenway was both a rewarding and fun experience. The staff members were knowledgeable and helpful. They made the experience fun and worthwhile for all!! We set out to clean up a section of the Greenway and in just 3 hours we had it looking much better than when we arrived. Thanks for the experience and hope to participate again next year!!!

Rose Kennedy Greenway clean-up project on Earth Day was a wonderful collaborative experience between Citizens Bank and this dedicated non- profit!

I am a long time volunteer & member of the Greenway & am in constant awe of how inviting, exciting & inclusive the Greenway has become over the years with not only the beautiful diverse gardens in the park but the wonderful free programs available to all.

The Greenway is one of my favorite places to walk in Boston. The gardens and parks are so beautiful and they have great events throughout the year. Today I had the opportunity to give back by volunteering to do some spring cleanup in the meadow and the rose gardens. The staff was so welcoming, knowledgeable and well organized. Can't wait to do it again!
Robyn B

My husband and I moved into Boston in June of 2021 and immediately fell in love with the Greenway. I began volunteering in the Fall of 2021 and it brings me great joy to be giving back to the Greenway for all the happiness it brings me and my family. From the fountains, public art and swings - to the concerts, wine bar and beer hall, there is endless entertainment and enjoyment to be found in the Greenway!

I began volunteering for the Greenway Conservancy last May, as part of a pilot program to create a cadre of tour guides for the Greenway. A group of us went through a several-weeks-long training which was carefully thought out and quite thorough. So I felt well-prepared when the program went “live”. I’ve really enjoyed learning more about the Greenway, getting to know my fellow volunteers (most tours have two guides), and of course sharing what I’ve learned with both locals and out-of-towners.

The Greenway has beautiful organically maintained horticulture, public art, markets, food trucks, beer garden and a winery all organized and maintain by an outstanding staff. All in all it’s a fantastic addition to the city of Boston.

As our nation continues to deal with a pandemic “not even modestly in good control”, and “in peril” from failure to recognize climate change, The Greenway continues to be a much needed respite and a promise of better days to come.

I am a neighbor on the Greenway and have watched it "grow" over the years. Under the Conservancy's watch the Greenway has continued to enhance the neighborhood while also enchanting the many tourists who visit Boston.

I've been volunteering with the Greenway for 5 or 6 years at least, and it's been a wonderful and rewarding experience. Great, supportive staff, super well organized, etc.

A super volunteer program, part of a super organization! In my second year with the program, I joined the plant phenology project, tracking growth of several dozen different plants in a two-block portion of the Greenway each week. Support from the volunteer coordinator, the Greenway botanical staff, the gardening staff, and other volunteers couldn't be more gracious and ever-available. Communication between staff and volunteers is great. Not only do I get to commune with plants with which I was previously unfamiliar, but I get to gather data that will prove useful in a variety of ways, I get to be part of this calm, beautiful oasis in the middle of the city, and I get to meet lots of nice people.

We have an inside apartment in the North End & I need to get outside for fresh air & sunlight. Being a Rose Kennedy Greenway volunteer I can dig in the soil, socialize with other people who love gardening & watch visitors enjoying the Greenway!

I have loved spending Monday mornings helping out with the gardens on the
Rose Kennedy Greenway for the past 7+ years. It feels as if the park is my backyard as I notice the vibrant colors burst forth from plants that I have placed in the ground myself. The Horticulture staff are always appreciative of the help & have a lot to share & teach. Interacting with the public as they walk through & voice appreciation for my efforts is a plus.

I volunteer with the Horticulture staff at the Greenway and get to help make this space beautiful - it's a wonderful way to give back to the city. Every time I am there people stop by and thank us for helping on this wonderful park.

I’ve been a volunteer at The Greenway for the past year. I’ve been amazed at how well organized the volunteer events are. The employees are warm, welcoming and very helpful. I love visiting The Greenway and all of the areas that my group worked on previously and seeing the plants and flowers in bloom. It is such a beautiful space!

My company volunteered with the Greenway for our 2nd year in a row this past June and it was a wonderful experience. The staff was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. The tasks were all assigned in a very organized fashion. It's very rewarding walking by the Greenway every day knowing that everyone's hard work presented such beautiful results!

After volunteering on the Rose Kennedy Greenway for the past 4 years, 2020 has been the most unique and challenging. The park has always been well used, but was it an invaluable resource for Boston residents during the pandemic restrictions and I was delighted when it was possible to return to scheduled volunteer projects. As always, the projects are well organized and I look forward to time each week with the staff and fellow volunteers – especially this year. I love watching the various areas of the Greenway change throughout the seasons – and it’s gratifying to see something you’ve planted become a permanent part of the landscape and enjoyed by so many.

I volunteered here this spring before COVID-19 came about and put things on hold. They were very friendly and accommodating. They were always taking my interests into consideration when assigning volunteer work for me and happy to answer any questions that I had.

I would highly recommend volunteering here. The parks are beautiful, the art is always changing keeping it interesting, and the staff is very friendly. It is a nice oasis in the big city.

During these worrisome times we are so fortunate that the Greenway and all the dear souls that maintain and support it exist. Nothing eases the mind like a walk through the park, stimulates the mind like the contemporary art chosen and exhibited and lightens the spirit as watching little (and big) bodies delight in the Rings Fountain. Thank you Conservancy for taking such good care of all these precious gifts.

During this strange time I found myself with more time on my hands and decided to volunteer gardening with the Rose Kennedy Greenway. What I found was a community of dedicated folks who really care about the park and each other. What I thought would be a "one- off" volunteering day turned into a real appreciation for the park that I walk through every day. Do you have any idea what it takes to make an urban park look so amazing- and all organically? I know I didn't. I will never take a public park for granted again. These guys are rockstars and work so hard for our community

I have been a volunteer at The Greenway for a number of years. And I must say, never in that time has the park held more value and importance than this year. And not just for me, although my time spent being a part of the team caring for it has been a wonderful respite from our 2020 troubles. But also for everyone in the city of Boston and its visitors, who I have watched enjoying the park’s stunning plantings, its engaging art displays, and its refreshing water features — all in a safe and healthy way.

I recently moved from the suburbs to downtown Boston. While this new world was exciting, I REALLY missed my garden and the opportunity to dig in the dirt. Finding that there was a place right in the heart of the city that welcomed volunteer gardeners seemed too good to be true. But it is. The volunteer coordinator is terrific; the staff with which we work are dedicated, patient, knowledgeable; the work is important and valued; the other volunteers are great to get to know. Sun, dirt, beauty, even snacks = A+

I volunteered as part of a corporate group and had a wonderful time. I have lunch at the food trucks a few times a week and it was great to see another aspect of the park. We did some weeding and raked and laid gravel on the paths. Everyone was so nice and the experience was very positive for our staff. We look forward to doing it again next year

I had a wonderful time volunteering with the Rose Kenney Greenway Conservancy!

Because of the Greenway there is a relaxing place to sit and enjoy the outdoors, always beautiful art to enjoy, and delicious food truck meals to be had in downtown. Plus the fun events, beer garden, and Carousel...what else could you ask for?? This park makes Boston special!

They always have lots of awesome food trucks which rotate throughout the week. Makes finding lunches super easy and with a great selection!

Breckinridge Capital Advisors has been a long standing supporter of the Greenway Conservancy since 2009. Working alongside The Greenway’s horticulturists and groundskeepers, employees of Breckinridge have planted, weeded, constructed and learned so much about the 1.5 miles of greenspace that is our headquarters’ backyard. The Greenway continues to bring Boston a beautiful green space to enjoy and we couldn’t be happier to recommend them as a Great Nonprofit.

As a recently retired history professor, I looked for a volunteer activity that was meaningful and satisfying. Working on the Greenway seemed ideal. It turned out to be even better than I had expected. Aside from the chance to care for a section of the Greenway, I thoroughly enjoyed working with the staff and other volunteers. Without exception, they were highly professional, dedicated, and hard working. I have been doing this since August and intend to continue.

I've been volunteering with the Rose Kennedy Greenway for 2 years now, and look forward to volunteering for many more! As an organization they value the volunteers that put in time and effort to ensure volunteers are set up to succeed at the tasks/roles given to them. Also, it's a great way to get involved in the Boston community and learn about how public art and green space can transform a community and bring people together.

The Rose Kennedy Greenway makes volunteering fulfilling and fun by being organized, communicating effectively and valuing each volunteer.

Great nonprofit with a wide range of horticulture projects and volunteer opportunities. A huge asset to our community

Amazing public art and a wide variety of activities to do in the park.

The Rose Kennedy Greenway is the twenty-first century garden jewel of our city. The 1.5 miles of open space and gardens are maintained to the highest quality through The Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy. The plants are maintained to high standards using organic practices, limited staff and a generous group of volunteers, although I'm sure more are always welcome. I have been a volunteer for the past two years and I am still amazed at how much takes place on The Greenway and how well it is kept looking its best. The Seaport area has become a hub of activity in the past decade and will continue for many years to come. The only open green space that can hold numerous outdoor events is The Greenway. People, pets, birds and bees alike have all found pleasure in this city oasis.

The Greenway is a special place in Boston! I highly recommend spending some time there exploring the art, plants and spectacular events that the Conservancy hosts. Boston is extremely fortunate to have this park and I am lucky to have it in my backyard! Bravo Greenway Conservancy to do such a spectacular job maintaining this gift for Boston and it’s visitors.

My living room window views The Greenway's Ring Fountain. It's the Happiest Place in Boston. All spring, summer and Fall peals of joy erupt out of the Fountain and children aged 2 to 80 play in the fountain. Beyond the fountain, The Greenway is the bond that holds our community together. There are multiple activities daily that bring people out of our homes and create a neighborhood in the middle of what could be an autonomous city.

The Rose Kennedy Greenway is a great non-profit in the heart of Boston! I'm currently volunteering as an art ambassador, and it's so wonderful to connect with visitors at the park. The park truly offers something for everyone, be it the gardens, the artwork, or just a nice escape into nature while walking to the T.

I have been volunteering with the Greenway for 3 years and I hope to do so for many more. I think this organization does such wonderful things for the urban environment of downtown Boston, the public art installations in particular. They are taking excellent care of the backyard of Boston and giving residents the opportunity to give back and become part of that effort.

I've only volunteered at the Greenway for one summer, but it has been absolutely lovely so far. It's exciting to be surrounded by innovative art, gorgeous plants, markets and food trucks. People really gravitate towards the Greenway because it's beautiful, it's always clean and well-maintained, it's dynamic, there's always something new to discover, and everyone who works for the Greenway is welcoming. It's a great organization and the Conservancy's work has improved the lives of tourists, Bostonians, and everyone in between.

I had been a volunteer at the Greenway from its inception. I moved from Boston one year ago, but it is still my go to place when I visit the city. The parks are meticulously maintained, there is always some new amazing art to view, and plenty of food trucks to have a delicious and reasonable meal. I have increased my membership level to continue to support everything the Greenway can bring to the citizens of Boston and beyond. Supporting the Greenway will provide the funds to maintain what has become a treasure in Boston!

I'm both a neighbor and a horticulture volunteer and I love the Greenway on both fronts. It's fantastic that the Greenway provides not just open lawns, but real plantings and green spaces that take you out of the city and refresh your soul. It's particularly important that the Greenway's approach is organic, so it's healthy for people and the environment.

The number of activities, vendors, and art installations has really increased, and it's wonderful to see how many propel find different ways to enjoy this great space. The vision of connecting the city after the Big Dig has definitely come to fruition.

As a volunteer, I appreciate that the Greenway team puts thought and care into their volunteer program. Each session is well organized, there is good background information, and lots of sincere "than you's", so I always feel good after a horticulture work session. and now when I walk through the Greenway I can feel addition pride when I can admire the wore we have done.

I am a 73 year old volunteer on The Greenway. After 50 years of working in Boston, much time spent at International Place and One financial Center, watching the subway station come down and the Big Dig completed. The Greenway is run by an absolutely incredible group of professionals and an equally incredible group of volunteers who are so devoted to this project. Because of The Greenway's proximity to the North End, City Hall Plaza, Faneuill Hall and the seaport, so many visitors stop me to thank us for our work and really love what the area offers. Boston is evolving into an even more amazing city, and we need to keep these areas of green to make our City more attractive to draw the best of the best to our City. I have lunch at the terrific food trucks located in that area as all the young workers come outside in the fresh air for lunch and a break in their workday. When you visit The Greenway, you feel as if you are in a living art studio, a venue for a myriad of artists to display works of all kinds. It is a very exciting place to be and it fills me with great joy when it is my time to volunteer. The gift I gave to myself when I retired was to join this incredible organization and help in whatever way I could to keep this beautiful living art and green space alive.

Susan Randall
Marblehead

This is my third season volunteering alongside the Rose Kennedy Greenway horticultural staff. Just last week, yes in February, we got out there and did some winter pruning. It was great!

This one and half mile stretch of parkland in Boston is an integral part of the city, not only for it's beautiful gardens and landscape, but for it's cultural richness, including art, music, mobile eats and special events throughout the year. Those of us who live in Boston are fortunate to have this gem and for those visiting from outside the city or outside the state, this is a must stop on your journey.

I moved to the Boston area in August and almost immediately I realized that the Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy was ‘my kind of organization’. Operating at the highest level of professionalism in all departments means that volunteers are respected, are facilitated in their roles, and are relied upon to take care of all that makes the Greenway such a treasure. Whether it’s horticulture or art, social events or behind-the-scenes activities, the RKGC is fulfilling and fun.

I volunteer for a number of organizations, and the RKGC provides the absolute best, most organized volunteer experience of any that I've been a part of. The work, which I really enjoy, aside, the staff is helpful, supportive, and works right along side the volunteers. You quickly really feel a part of something meaningful. Besides feeling appreciated by the organization, our visibility to the public while volunteering is also very rewarding. Strangers are constantly stopping to thank us for our work.

Because of the RKGC, the Greenway has become a very vibrant area of the city, and a popular place for spending a lunch hour, taking a walk, enjoying the increasing number of art installations, and, of course, enjoying the garden areas. I can't say enough about this organization!

The Greenway is a great place to volunteer because you get to see your impact firsthand. When I walk through the park with my friends, I can point to bushes I helped prune and flowers I planted--in the middle
of downtown Boston. Pretty cool!

The Rose Kennedy Greenway is truly special because it has something for everyone! It is a mile and a half ribbon of respite in the middle of the city. Each parcel has its own unique identity. You can relax in Adirondack chairs in Dewey Square Park, meander along cool , shady paths in the Wharf Distict Parks, entertain children on the Greenway carousel and the Rings Fountain, just to name a few. There are exciting new works of art each year, gorgeous plantings for every season, not to mention food trucks, play structures, and special events every week. For tourists the Greenway is steps from many of Boston's most popular destinations, for city workers it is a perfect place to break for lunch, for residents it is the ultimate back yard.

I have worked with the Greenway Conservancy for two years now as a volunteer and I have always enjoyed my time with them. Everyone in the organization is friendly, helpful, and committed to doing the best job they can do for the citizens of Boston. The parks are perfectly and organically maintained, the programs they run are fun and engaging, and the public art is the best in the city.

The Greenway is not only a beautiful space, but it facilitates learning as well. Whether it is through their children's or arts programs, or something else, there are always interesting ways to engage with the site.

I have only worked with the Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy for a summer, but have had so many wonderful experiences - both with the nonprofit itself, and with the people who are benefited by the Greenway's work. The value that this organization adds to the communities it touches has truly been eye opening for me.

I started volunteering with the Greenway this year and was incredibly impressed with the work they do. From running volunteer events to recruiting a fantastic food truck lineup, this organization gives 100% to making Boston a better and greener place to live. I loved being a volunteer, and look forward to coming back to volunteer or just hang out on the Greenway in the future.

Working with the Greenway this summer has been a wonderful experience! It's obvious that the staff genuinely enjoys the work that they're doing, and want others to love the Greenway was much as they do. Boston is so very lucky to have the Greenway and all that comes with it!

Four of us signed on for the horticultural tour of the Greenway. What a wonderful experience! The knowledgeable staff educated us about plants, trees and flowers that grace the pathway. I took copies notes and plan to add some choice plants to my garden. I recommend this tour with great enthusiasm

Our company began volunteering with the Greenway three years ago. In identifying volunteer opportunities it is important that the event be organized, keep our employees busy and also allow a learning opportunity about the organization. The Greenway not only meets but excels in each of these areas. They have a plan for the time we are with them that keeps each member busy and engaged. At the same time their knowledgeable and passionate staff share their knowledge and information about the organization. I believe each of our employees leave these events feeling like they really did help an organization they now know more about then when they showed up. And not to mention the level of service you receive from the time you sign up - it could not be easier!

I led a group of volunteers from my company for a project on the Greenway yesterday. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable. Great organization. I highly recommend volunteering and donating!

I led a group of volunteers here for my project, and it was a great experience! The staff was friendly and knowledgeable, and the volunteers had a great time.

I volunteered yesterday for the first time on the Greenway project. I really liked the Greenway staff, super friendly, helpful and motivating. They share their passion, their practice with a great enthusiasm. Will definitely come back to volunteer and learn again !

Our youth group recently did a clean up project on the Greenway. The Conservancy staff was so welcoming, encouraging and instrumental in making our youth feel that their efforts were fundamental to the preservation of the Conservancy. Each member of our group felt that their presence as appreciated and they walked away feeling that they had made a valuable contribution to their community. The Conservancy staff was so easy to work with, and they provided everything we needed, including instructions, tools, and support, to make sure the project was a great success. I encourage everyone to get involved with this incredible nonprofit - whether you contribute financially, or volunteer your time, you will not be disappointed in being part of this group. This is especially a great group for youth groups to work with - the projects are broken down into manageable tasks, with excellent instruction and all the tools needed for youth to succeed and feel like their contribution is making a difference. Thank you Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy, and especially, Volunteer Coordinator, Keelin Purcell, for another memorable service project. We'll definitely be back to volunteer again.

I participated on an eagle project to help one of our Boy Scout boy with it and it was amazing experience. It was my first time doing this type of volunteers work and my kids and my self enjoy every minute of it. We are looking forward to continue every year to do this type of voluntary work. Amazing people to work with at the greenway. Thank you so much for the experience.

It was a beautiful day on the Greenway yesterday for Earth Day! Our company had a group of volunteers that spend the morning cleaning up the Greenway. The staff was nice and super helpful. They provided everything that we needed to give the park a spring cleaning which was extremely helpful and made it really easy to volunteer our time. The space is also beautiful and you can tell the care and love that goes into it from this team! It is fantastic to have a green space in Boston for children, dogs, families and individuals to spend time enjoying the grass in the middle of a large city.

I brought a group of high school students from Taiwan to volunteer here, as a way to learn more about Boston and also contribute to the city. Communication with the volunteer coordinator, from start to finish, was easy and open. She was enthusiastic about our group, which really made us feel welcome as volunteers. During the experience, the horticultural staff were friendly, and provided great direction for the students. For me, as someone from the Boston area, I really appreciated the chance to volunteer with the Greenway because it gave me an inside look into the hard work it takes to maintain such beautiful and inviting parks.

The Greenway has a wide variety of volunteer opportunities. There are areas to volunteer in everything from graphic design to benchmarking and researching new ideas for new projects and initiatives to collaborating plant data and of course gardening. The Greenway has a very friendly staff that is passionate about the organization and what it stands for. They follow their mission to obtain an organically maintained public space, which every park should strive to do. Boston is a bustling city and the Greenway provides a great space to get out of the chaos and surround ones self with greenery and peace. It is very important for urban areas to have green spaces, and Boston is fortunate to have a ribbon of parks run right through the heart of the city. I really enjoyed my time volunteering at the Greenway, and I was not only able to demonstrate the skills I knew but also continue to learn and grow while there. I encourage anyone who is interested to volunteer, because the opportunities are endless and the work environment is awesome!

I was glad that I made the decision to volunteer for the Greenway over the summer, both as a gardener and as a program supporter. I learned a lot from this experience. The Greenway offers not only beauty but also leisure and vibrancy to the busy and fast-paced downtown Boston. I was amazed by the fact that the parks are 100% organically maintained. The Greenway brings together the collaborative effort of hundreds of volunteers every year to take care of the parks, at the same time raising public's attitude toward community and environment stewardship. Many place-making programs are also implemented every year to make experience on the Greenway more enjoyable.

My daughter and I had such a magical and rewarding experience when we both volunteered at the Greenway last Wednesday. We absolutely enjoyed learning about plants and about the projects. The staff was fun and helpful and we loved interacting with them. We will do it again and again. Such a learning experience!

Another beautiful day yesterday and volunteered on the Greenway! The volunteers and horticultural staff are hard working and dedicated! We spent the day weeding yesterday, as this is a side effect of maintaining an organic green space. We are lucky to have the only organically maintained urban parks in Boston, and one of a handful in the USA! Over the past few years, volunteerism at the Greenway has increased greatly, and maintaining the parks at a very high level is now sustainable! Thanks to all of the volunteers Bravo!

Volunteering on the beautiful Rose Kennedy Greenway with such a wonderful staff and group of volunteers has been the highlight of my summer! The experience by far exceeded my expectations! Thank you for such an amazing oppurtunity that I will definitely do again and again!

I am the Producer of FIGMENT Boson, an art festival held on the Rose Kennedy Greenway. The Greenway Conservancy staff is great to work with and very committed to making the Greenway a vibrant public space for the community.

I have volunteered as a gardener and as a docent for the Greenway this spring and summer. Over a number of years the Greenway has transformed and will continue to transform downtown Boston, providing a wonderful series of parks for the public to run, jump, play, eat, wade, exercise, rest and generally find a peaceful green getaway in the middle of the city. As a gardener, I weed, plant, dig holes, water and learn. The staff is professional, organized, appreciative, and thankful. its one of those great opportunities where a volunteer can work hard and see the results of her labor immediately. Random passerby's say thank you, as does the Greenway staff.

The Greenway is a wonderful organization staffed by friendly and knowledgeable people! Love the fact that the parks are organically and sustainably mantained. I really enjoyed volunteering and hope to do it again in the near future.

I have volunteered with the Greenway for about a year. I have learned so much about plants and gardening that I now have confidence in my own garden! All of the staff is friendly, supportive and enthusiastic about what they do. And the results in the spring and summer when plants are in full bloom is stunning! The Greenway is a treasure to have right in the city.

The Greenway makes living in the city a magical experience by bridging the gap between the opportunities of an urban lifestyle and the tranquility of a natural setting. Combined with the impressive use of renewable/organic methods for park maintenance, the Greenway sets an impressive standard every urban environment should follow.

The Rose Kennedy Greenway is critical to the vibrancy of the city as far as I am concerned. I grew up here and remember the days when there was a mjor disconnect from the harbor/No End, etc. Now I am able to walk along the Greenway and really enjoy being in the city! I have taken out of town guests and after walking the Greenway up to get a connaoli in the No End then turned back and used it to get to the Harbor walk. I frequently walk along it during good weather from my office downtown. The events are well done and for someone who loves to garden - there is always somthing blooming! It now has a fabulous carrousel that is one of the few handicap accessible in NE - what a greta addition and how wonderful for kids who have physical challneges. The whimsy andcreativity either on the caroussel, the steam cooling you down in one section in the summer, the open spcae where little kids are running around - it has all meant a great deal to me. It has created a community from across Boston!

I have had the privilege of spending the last few months in Boston. Some of the happiest memories have been on the Greenway. We love the carousel! Our two year old loves all the beautiful animals. We had a blast shopping at the open market but I think our favorite time was when our little girl jumped in the spray park fully dressed. She had a BLAST! Thank you to everyone who makes the Greenway such a beautiful and fun place to visit.

I remember growing up and seeing the expressway occupy that space and now as a young woman working in the city to see the transformation has been breath-taking. For years I had known the space existed but never ventured down until recently. Walking through for the first time, it was so exciting to see the space up close. Near South Station is the beautiful garden, flowers and pathway and as you make your way toward the Aquarium is this great green space that is alive. People sitting having lunch, food trucks, tables and chairs children playing in the small water park - it is such a little oasis that I look forward to walking over to once weather warms up.

The RFK Greenway is an amazing green space in the heart of Boston! It is so important to have these green spaces within large urban environments like Boston. I hope people who live and work here can enjoy this natural space as I do. Not only is it beautiful, but it is run in an organic way. I hope more public parks throughout the country begin to see the importance of organic maintenance. The RFK Greenway is special place that everyone should see and enjoy!

It's simply profound how much the Greenway has changed the footprint of Boston. With so much to offer each visitor or passerby. From the simple to the extraordinary--sitting areas, food trucks, 'water play', art installations, memorial and of course the re-defining carousel. There's no other place like the Greenway. Even more noteworthy is the Conservancy itself, the people ever-growing the greenway as a group they are thoughtful, driven, and always conscience of the Boston public. We look forward to working with the Greenway.

I'm amazed at how beautiful the Rose Kennedy Greenway is and what an improvement has been made to this area. So easy to forge the eyesore that the highway used to be. Not only is the park gorgeous, but it is also a great and fun place to go for a stroll on the weekends. They always have some sort of event or festival going on, and my little niece loves the new carousel. So fun to take her there! I can only imagine all the hard work that goes into keeping the park open, beautiful, and the schedule filled with events - and raising the funds to do so.

Recently while on vacation in Boston, I visited the Greenway during the local food festival and I loved it! It was so much fun, tasting all of the delicious samples from local vendors, all the while surrounded by beautiful fall colors. The Greenway seems like an amazing nonprofit, working to bring the Boston community together, as well as keeping a part of Boston pristine and green. Thanks Boston Greenway!
-Sarah, Miami, FL

I'm lucky enough to work on the Greenway every day and have been able to see the park grow significantly greener and busier over my 4 year tenure. Kudos to the amazing and smart Horticulture and Maintenance team!

My how the Greenway has grown! Thanks to an excellent staff and organic maintenance structure, I'm sure. Many thanks to the Conservancy and their careful attention to this remarkable public space! I can't wait until the trees grow to be twice as tall! Surely without care they wouldn't, but I'm certain they will thanks to their hard work and dedication!

The Greenway is a gem! I work nearby and have volunteered several times with a larger group of volunteers from our workplace. The crew is friendly, informative and very professional. The crew gives us a general overview of what we will be doing, but also why and how what we are doing fits into the ultimate goal. Aside from volunteering, I love to walk the Greenway, bring friends on the Greenway and show them all the great features. We are so lucky to have such a great resource and I am happy to support them. And they do it all organically too! …Awesome group of people in an truly beautiful Boston gem.

Working in the Financial District, I have watched the Expressway torn down and replaced by this beautiful oasis, a garden park that swirls along the channel and waterfront among neighborhoods effortlessley, providing fountains and art, information and farmers markets, grass for running, benches for resting and seasonal displays. I have volunteered in the garden cleanup alongside real estate moguls and students. The Greenway is a testament to it takes a village.

I help coordinate volunteer opportunities for my work place and the Greenway is a great place to volunteer - the Greenway volunteer program is well organized, fun and easy to participate in for all. Twenty six of us volunteered on beautiful summer day this year, it was great team building and it was fun. We were all quite satisfied to know we helped to keep the Greenway beautiful for all the Boston visitors to see. We enjoyed it so much that we booked another day in October and it is coming up. It is a great place to take a large number of people and I would highly recommend it for your volunteering hours, whether a group or just yourself.

It is a beautiful place to enjoy.

A wonderful venue for citizens of Boston. Well conceived, developed and executed. I loved watching families enjoy the the various environmrents. Any city would be fortunate to have this very special place.

The Greenway is a great place to volunteer! The Horticulture staff is always friendly and informative about the project and any other random plant question you may have. The hort staff also always comes prepared with tools and water - so you know you're in good hands.

In the midst of the hurly-burly of the Boston Waterfront, a beautiful, serene, flowering 15 acre space creates an environment for family activities that we think is unparalleled anywhere. We walk the Greenway frequently and love watching the kids play in the fountains and ride the carousel. We're very excited about the new carousel that will be a permanent fixture beginning next summer and the public art currently on the Greenway and being planned for it. And we are even more excited by the ideas that the creative Greenway staff has for its future use. It is the best!

If you're missing that connection to the earth from when you had a yard, this is a wonderful volunteer opportunity. It's especially good if you love gardening but have very little idea what you should be doing - they're excellent at directing their volunteer groups. They can't afford to have a large staff, so they rely on volunteers to keep the work manageable. Your impact is obvious, and you'll have a greater appreciation for the parks afterward.

This fantastic organization provides me c a learning experience each time I'm there. It's an honor and a pleasure to work c, and their knowledge is so diversified. I will officially become a Greenway Volunteer starting 1 January 2013, and soon will be a member and giving financially on a regular basis.

Last summer I spent a couple of weeks volunteering for the RFK Greenway conservancy. I found it to be a terrific experience and a highlight of my summer. Also, I met a many interesting people and learned about horticulture and how the park is maintained. Lastly I found the park to be a great place to experience nature while in an urban setting and center for the community.

I have been involved with the Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway Conservancy as a volunteer since 2010, and then as a member of the horticultural staff from 2011-2012, and I will keep coming back in any capacity I can. I believe not only in the mission of this organization, but also in the wonderful people who continue to work so hard to bring something beautiful to the city of Boston. This young non-profit thrives on the public support it receives, and continues to grow and broaden its positive contributions to the city of Boston. The Rose F. Kennedy Greenway is much more than just a public park. As one of the only organically-maintained public green spaces, the landscape has developed into a beautiful garden with something to offer any visitor, and the Conservancy does such a wonderful job of providing meaningful programs and fun activities for people of all ages. This organization is truly living up to what it has promised and more, and I look forward to watching and helping the Greenway continue to grow in the future.

I have been helping out for a while, and it is the employees and volunteers that keep me coming back. The work is really well-organized, we are well-equipped to do our tasks, and everybody works really well together. Of course it also feels great to be able to improve my neighborhood, as well as others. I have also learned a lot from staff about horticulture, and I enjoy connecting with nature in the midst of my urban life.

As a neighbor of the Greenway it has been amazing to witness the development of this wonderful urban park. Where once we saw an ugly elevated highway we now find beautiful gardens, fountains, lawns, farmers markets, food trucks and an ever increasing number of activities and special events. And all of this is made possible by a very talented, hardworking and personable staff. This staff makes volunteering for the Conservancy a most enjoyable and rewarding experience. The Greenway Conservance is truly a Great Nonprofit!

We are greenway neighbors and get to enjoy the wonderful setting every day. We started volunteering 2 years ago when we moved to the area and have made such wonderful connections with the staff andother volunteers. The staff is so welcoming and hard working. It's no wonder that the whole area has enjoyed the fruits of their labor! Everyone should se the before and after pictures of the area to assess the wonderful job that they have done and all that they contiue to do to keep the area a first rate public park!

I have watched the Greenway from the beginning. What they have accomplished is amazing. But when you consider the quality of their staff it is not surprising. Over the years I have volunteered in many capacities. Always I am impressed by the quality of their work. Lately I was given a tour of the new gardens at Dewey Square. The gardens represent not only beauty but modern agricultural methods, all organic, that we must all do to adapt to our new environment.The Greenway does not get enough credit for all they do. In only a few years they have managed to turn the area into one of the places of destination for everyone in the city. I am always amazed when I meet people participating in events from everywhere including faraway suburbs. It is one of the few places in Boston where people from all races, background, and classes meet together. It was a happy day for the city when we got the Greenway and we must do all that we can to to continue its growth.

I love everything they do. Boston is a much better place because of them. And the grass is organic - you can actually relax on it without worrying what kind of chemicals are in there.

On 6/21/12, I volunteered with 28 other employees from Liberty Mutual Insurance as part of our company's 100th birthday celebration (between June 21 & 22, Liberty Mutual employees contributed 106,000 hours of volunteerism to 760 different charities across 19 countries!) We spent the morning working with the horticultural team to clean out beds, pull weeds, deadhead flowers and, generally, spruce up the Greenway at the North End park. We had an awesome experience and greatly appreciate the direction provided by the Lead Horticulturalist, Anthony. I am really proud of my entire group for coming out and putting their best foot forward to clean up the Greenway . It feels good to be part of something so big so close to home in Boston. A big thank you also goes out to Lisa for helping to coordinate our team efforts!

I have volunteered on the Greenway multiple times and have always been impressed. The staff takes the time to explain what you are doing and why. The entire Greenway is maintained organically which is a big task for a small staff. They make sure to explain why the work is important and the impact you are making. They also go out of their way to interact with the volunteers to make a better overall experience. The Greenway staff does a phenomenal job.

I have volunteered with the Greenway crew a number of times, and remain impressed with their dedication and hard work. Maintaining the entire Greenway is a formidable undertaking for such a small group of people, yet they keep it clean and beautiful day in, day out. Lending a helping hand for a couple hours during the day is the least anyone could do to help keep the Greenway's allure.

As a recent volunteer on the Greenway in the Dewey Square area, I had a great experience working with the full time staff and other part time volunteers. The staff took the time to explain a little about the Greenway, its recycling programs and other aspects, as well as to share their knowledge of all the plant species we were working with. It was nice to be able to contribute to the upkeep of such a beautiful space.

I recently had an opportunity to go on a tour of the Greenway with Lisa, a Development Associate of the Conservancy. I was expecting it to be pleasant, but it was so much more! Besides being fun, it was enlightening and informative, helping me understand and appreciate all the effort and insight it takes to create harmony between man and nature - especially in the middle of a city. We met several botanical workers along the path, & I was blown away by how happy they were to be contributing, & there was so much pride in their work. The Greenway is a treasure for everyone to enjoy, and I'm glad I know more about this jewel.

I was ultimately impressed with every member of the staff. Every idea that was mentioned had already been addressed and was well on its way to being realized. I look forward to doing what I can to continue the growth of this worthwhile and ambitious organization.

The Greenway is beautiful, calm and peaceful. It is a quiet space in the middle of a very busy city. Since it is accessible to everyone who wishes to visit, these parks really can further the cause of conscious living. Take a moment out of your busy day to walk through these parks because appreciation is a way of giving back.

The Greenway is a beautiful gem smack in the middle of downtown Boston. A place that provides green, beauty, activities and more for people visiting Boston or those that live and work downtown. I think it has changed the face of this area and as the horticulture grows it will become more park-like and lush. We are lucky to have this new amenity in Boston for all to enjoy.

What do I like about the Greenway? Everything! As a volunteer gardener in the city I've seen how valuable our Open Spaces and Parks are to residents and visitors. Who knew when we attended all those Big Dig and Move Mass 2000 etc. meetings that something so beautiful would come out of it. All thanks to the Greenway Conservancy. I've been a volunteer in the beautification of the Southwest Corridor Park, the Charlestown Library planters and Courtyard and the 13th Circle in the Navy Yard. I've learned that the most important thing about public spaces is upkeep. The Greenway Conservancy has put together a great volunteer program. I enjoy volunteering because you meet the nicest people from all over the city. It's not the Champs Elysees yet, but it's growing.

If you want to get involved in gardening, the Greenway offers the opportunity to work with a highly trained and dedicated horticultural staff. The equipment provided and the staff are amazing. Since the formation of the Conservancy last year, the Greenway has been maintained at the highest levels. Every detail of maintaining the parks , and ideas to improve the parks is being thoughtfully planned. This model should be used throughout the city of Boston. The attention to detail, the welcome use of volunteers, the work ethic of the employees, all contribute to a wonderful volunteer experience.

Today I attended a volunteer orientation at the Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy. What an impressive group! The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. They outlined existing agendas as well as their wish list. I was especially impressed with the young-peoples' after school program that teaches older, underprivileged students about horticulture and the environment. Volunteer opportunities abound. It's nice to know that such a dedicated group is helping to care for our new neighborhood.

I assisted with a fall clean-up of the gardens working directly with organization horticulturists and volunteers. The staff was helpful and informative. The work project was well thought out, necessary materials were available, and there was a sense of accomplishment at the end of the period. I came to volunteer because I often walk the Greenway and am impressed with the beauty of the plantings, the level of up-keep and the programs that I see along the way. This is particularly impressive given the youth of the organization. They have accomplished an incredible amount in the limited time since the end of the construction of the Big Dig.

I walked into the Conservancy lunchroom one day and found a green bin with a sign that said "feed the worms - compost your food scraps!" I don't know of any other organization that takes "recycling" so seriously. Everyone uses recycled paper, but the Conservancy goes the extra step to try and print all of our materials using soy-based inks and renewable energy sources like wind power. There are signs posted in the ladies' room that remind me how I can save energy and use less power every day. This organization really practices what we preach!

The Rose F. Kennedy Greenway Conservancy has really made an environmental difference. From composting to family activities, the Greenway does it all. It is amazing to work with such a wonderful group of people who are committed to the environment and creating a beautiful green space. I feel blessed to be a part of this team!