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There are many ways to get involved with CEI's work and at Freetown Farm and the Green Farmacy Garden. From participation in one of our core programs, to volunteering on or offsite, to attending events, or to financially supporting our work, we look forward to having you join our community! Please take a look at our FAQs below for information on how to visit our locations.

volunteer with us! 

We offer year-round volunteer opportunities for individuals, families, scouts, schools, community groups and businesses. We also welcome the time and talent of people who have "behind the scenes" skills, such as social media content, grant writing, etc. If you would like to schedule a volunteer opportunity for a group or if you have questions about ways to volunteer, contact our Volunteer Coordinator at [email protected]. Volunteers must register in Better Impact, our volunteer management platform.

upcoming events

The following are upcoming events open to the public. Please check our events page for more details. Sign-up for our monthly newsletter and follow us on social media to directly receive event information (icons in the footer).

Frequently asked Questions

CEI Property & program norms

The mission of the Community Ecology Institute (CEI) is to cultivate communities where people and nature thrive together. All people are welcome at the spaces that CEI stewards, but not all behaviors are acceptable. Each person present on either of CEI’s properties (Freetown Farm and the Green Farmacy Garden) is expected to follow basic agreements to ensure that we are creating and maintaining safe and respectful spaces. While at our properties, you agree that:​
  • You are responsible for your safety and the safety of any minors in your care.
    • Come prepared for your experience, be mindful of your environment, and behave in a way that prioritizes your safety and the safety of those around you; ask questions if you are unsure. Always supervise children and be mindful of how they interact with the property. 
  • You must treat all others with respect.
    • Make an active effort to connect to others with kindness and an open mind. Harmful behavior of any kind will not be tolerated, including racist, sexist, ableist, phobic or threatening language.
  • You will treat our property with respect.
    • Only enter spaces where you have been invited by staff and remain in the area where the activity you are here for is taking place. Be respectful of the plants and animals on our land as well as our tools and supplies. Clean up after yourself - whether working independently or with a group; if you are not sure where things go, ask a staff member.