Join the Movement — Become a Custode
What is a Custode?
Custodes are stewards who have committed to ecological restoration and community leadership. They are trained, verified, and recognized members of the Holon Gardens network. Whether you're starting your first garden or leading a regional initiative, becoming a Custode means joining a movement of ecological stewardship.
Garden Helper
Entry-level volunteering. Help friends and neighbors establish and maintain native gardens. No experience needed—we provide training.
Perfect for: Curious beginners, neighborhood volunteers
Community Steward
Deepen your practice. Create your own garden, complete our orientation, and start on the certification pathway. Build peer connections.
Perfect for: Committed gardeners, peer verifiers
Professional Verifier
Leverage your expertise. Ecologists, landscape architects, and domain experts conduct peer and professional verifications of gardens.
Perfect for: Professionals, academics, specialists
Find Your Role
Explore skill-based volunteer opportunities matched to your interests and expertise. Filter by role type or skill level to find your perfect fit.
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Upcoming Opportunities
Join workshops, seed swaps, and community volunteer days happening in the Holon Gardens network.
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Custode Certification Pathway
Develop mastery through a transparent, tiered certification system. Progress at your own pace—certification is earned, not purchased.
Seedling Custode
- Complete orientation
- Contribute 20 volunteer hours
- Establish personal garden
Flourishing Custode
- 50 volunteer hours
- Pass peer verification
- Lead one workshop
Master Custode
- 100+ volunteer hours
- Professional verification
- Mentor 2+ stewards
Get Started Today
Tell us about your interests and we'll connect you with the perfect opportunity to make an impact.