Program Description

ShreveCORE (Cultivators Of Resilient Ecosystems) is designed to train environmental stewards entering the workforce with the skills needed for green jobs. The program prepares participants for careers in green industries by providing hands-on experience in litter abatement, urban farming and orchard management, urban forestry, waste reduction, and blighted-lot beautification and remediation. Environmental stewards also assist with hazardous waste sorting and other environmental projects, gaining practical skills and certifications that support sustainable career pathways.  

ShreveCorps Member Role

• Complete a full term of service (200 hours)

• Remediate and beautify unused lots in low-income zip codes

  • building gardens, planting vegetables, flowers, trees, and more

• Litter & Debris removal

• Lifting up to 25 pounds

• Work as a team with individuals from diverse backgrounds

• Assist in the recruitment and training of volunteers as well as new members

• Engage in Household Hazardous Waste events

• Participate in the Bi-Annual tree giveaways

ShreveCorps Eligibility

• Minimum of 17 years of age by the day of enrollment

• U.S citizen, U.S. National, or a lawful permanent resident of the United States

• Maintain a positive attitude

• Willingness to work outdoors in the elements

• Work as a team with individuals from diverse backgrounds

• No prior experience is required

• Must be willing to complete and pass a national background check