HELP OUT: Rancho Peñasquitos Farmers Market

Devoted to Youth hosts the Rancho Peñasquitos Farmers Market weekly. The proceeds of the market go toward charities that support families and children, as well as food/donation drives. Devoted to Youth needs volunteers to run the market as smoothly as possible so that their small staff team can focus on making it a bigger weekly market. 

Volunteers are needed to help with setting up, breaking down, and running the event. 

Opportunity Requirements & Important Notes

Key Responsibilities:

• Market Setup: Assist with setting up the farmers market, including placing vendors in their assigned spaces using the vendor map and list provided by the organizers.

• Kids’ Area Setup & Supervision: Help set up the kids’ area, including activities and inflatables. Volunteers assigned to this area will oversee it during market hours to ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for children and families.

• Signage Placement: Assist with placing directional and promotional signs before the market opens and collecting and storing them after the market closes.

• Information Booth Support: Staff the information booth by providing general information to customers and answering basic questions from potential vendors.

• Cleanliness & Waste Management: Help collect trash from designated trash cans throughout the market, separate waste for proper disposal, and ensure the overall market area remains clean and organized.

• Market Breakdown: Assist with breaking down the farmers market at the end of the day, including the kids’ area, information booth, vendor areas, and common spaces.

Skills & Qualifications:

• No prior experience necessary

• Volunteers should be comfortable outdoors, friendly, and able to follow instructions

• Willingness to help in a team-oriented environment

• Food booth volunteers should be comfortable around food prep

Training Provided: 

• On-site training provided at the beginning of the shift

Attire: Comfortable clothing and a jacket as it will get chilly. This opportunity takes place outdoors with plenty of shade.

Bring: Water. Devoted to Youth will provide food and non-alcoholic drinks.

Physical Requirements: Volunteers may lift 40 lbs or more. Being able to lift up to 40 lbs is not required to participate. This project is able to make accommodations for individuals with physical limitations by providing seating and sedentary tasks such as taking food orders, staffing the info booth, or supervising the kids area to ensure the children's safety. The space where this project takes place is wheelchair accessible

Waiver: Volunteers will be required to sign a waiver for Devoted to Youth when they arrive on site

Weather: This event takes place rain or shine. It is only canceled in the event of especially inclement conditions​

​Note: Signing up for multiple shifts is highly encouraged!

About Devoted To Youth

The mission of Devoted to Youth Foundation is to help underprivileged youth and families in need. By listening to each individual, they give more than just a donation, they strive to provide opportunities, hope and the tools for those who want a better life.