Five ways to give back and get involved in St. Pete

If you’re searching for a way to give back, the Catalyst’s Impact Connector is here to help. Each week, we feature five organizations in the Tampa Bay area that need your input, whether that’s time, talent, items, funding or simply awareness. We’re certain you’ll find something here that matches your interests and will positively impact the community.

Pinellas Bear Creek Watergoat Clean Up

A recently installed Watergoat at St. Petersburg’s Bear Creek Park. Photos by Mark Parker.

Be a part of the solution and stop marine debris before it gets waterlogged and degrades into micro-plastics.

A Watergoat cleanup involves the removal of trash and debris collected by a Watergoat, which is a floating trash trap typically placed in bodies of water such as rivers, streams and drainage canals.

Join Water Warrior Alliance May 3 at 2 p.m. to help clean up the Bear Creek Watergoat! 

We will be in the sun, outside and close to nature. It is recommended that you bring water, a snack, bug spray and sunscreen. Volunteers will be provided clean gloves, trash pickers, buckets and GreenPoly trash bags for collecting trasha nd debris along Bartlett Park. It’s recommended to bring your own items as needed because you will be outside and close to nature. 

 

Morean Center for the Arts. Photo provided.

Gallery Events Photographer for Morean Arts Center

Are you passionate about photography and the arts?

Morean Arts Center is seeking a talented and dedicated volunteer photographer to help us capture the magic of our opening receptions, award ceremonies and special events at the Morean Arts Center.

As a volunteer photographer, you will have the opportunity to:

Document exciting gallery events and exhibitions

Capture dynamic moments and people interacting with art

Contribute to the visual story of our gallery’s growth and success

What we’re looking for is a skilled photographer with a good eye for detail, and someone who has an ease in approaching guests to capture special moments.  Learn more here. 

 

 

Living Shoreline Install

Philippe Park shoreline. Photo by Pinellas County

Join Pinellas County on Saturday, April 19 to help out with installing the next phase of the living shoreline enhancement at Philippe Park.

We will be installing living shoreline elements along the northeastern seawall, and we’d love your help.

Please note, this activity can be labor intensive. We will be wading into the water to place castle blocks, oyster bags and oyster volcanoes. These weigh approximately 35 pounds each. Please wear appropriate clothing (and closed-toe shoes) that can get wet/dirty, and bring plenty of water. 

Event details will be emailed to registered participants. The goals of this project are:

To improve water quality and provide additional aquatic habitat for wading birds, fish and other organisms.

To provide extra protection for the shoreline.

To educate park visitors about living shorelines.

Learn more here. 

 

St Pete Visitors Center volunteer staff. Photo by St Petersburg Chamber of Commerce.

Staff the St. Pete Store & Visitors Center

The St. Pete Store & Visitors Center needs volunteer staff. You can showcase the beauty and charm of St. Pete to visitors from all over the world, and help our business community thrive.  

Promote St. Pete: Help us highlight our fantastic vacation spot and all it has to offer.

Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded individuals and expand your professional network.

Personal Fulfillment: Experience the joy of giving back to the community and making a positive impact.

Flexible Schedule: We’re looking for a minimum commitment of 3.5 hours per week & one Saturday shift per month. 

No training necessary. We provide all the training you need to succeed in your role. Newcomers welcome.  

It’s easy to apply! If you’re ready to make a difference, reach out to our Store Manager Shelli Hemans at shemans@stpete.com or call 727-388-0687.…

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