Composting in NYC is a habit we build together, week after week. Compost volunteering is a great way to meet like-minded people, care for the environment, and help create a resource that gives back to strengthen NYC neighborhoods. With support from NYC City Council funding, Big Reuse hosts recurring compost volunteer events across NYC. We welcome you to join as often as you’re able!
Salt Lot (Gowanus)
Volunteer Days: Tuesdays (weekly), 10:00 AM-1:00 PM
Tour Days: Every Other Friday, 4:00 PM-5:00 PM (March 6, 2026 & March 20, 2026)
22 2nd Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11215
Randall’s Island
March 7 & 14 (Saturdays), 10:00 AM-1:00 PM
Beginning March 22, sessions move to Sundays, 10:00 AM-1:00 PM.
20 Randall’s Island Park, New York, NY 10035
Sky Farm LIC
Wednesdays (weekly), 1:00 PM-4:00 PM
37-18 Northern Blvd, Long Island City, NY 11101
Greenspace on Fourth
4th, 3rd Wednesday of the month, 10AM-12PM
207 4th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217
*Check our Eventbrite for upcoming dates to RSVP
New Roots
4th Thursday afternoon of the month—stay tuned for our finalized winter schedule and upcoming Spring schedule!
670 Grand Concourse, Bronx, NY 10451
El Garden (Brooklyn)
1 Friday a month (Changes month to month), 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
120 Jefferson Street, Between Central Avenue & Evergreen Avenue
*Check our Eventbrite for upcoming dates to RSVP
Smiling Hogshead Ranch (Queens)
1 Saturday per month (changes month to month), 10:00 AM-1:00 PM
25-30 Skillman Ave, Long Island City, NY 11101.
Whether you want to come out just once or become a regular volunteer, everyone is welcome! There is no long-term commitment—just choose date(s) that work well for you, wear comfortable clothes and shoes you do not mind getting a bit dirty, and we will provide all instructions and supplies. First-time volunteers and those new to composting are encouraged! There are lots of learning opportunities on our sites, especially if you are interested in understanding more about composting and NYC’s composting programs. We also give weekly tours at our Salt Lot composting site, every Friday from 4-5 PM (RSVP here!).
See all upcoming volunteer events on our website or eventbrite (view Randall's Island events here). If you are interested in exploring other ways to get involved with Big Reuse, visit the volunteer page on our website to discover more volunteer opportunities and sign up to join us. We host regular street tree care events across the city and host monthly volunteer events at our Reuse Center (thrift stores) in Bushwick and Gowanus.
Join us in thanking NYC City Council for funding these community composting volunteer opportunities, and encourage them to continue this essential funding for FY27!