Events & Volunteer Opportunities

Thank you! What a night!

What's Next?

Our Mission Continues

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What's Next? ● Our Mission Continues ● Stay Connected ● Join Us ●

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The 3rd Annual Ecosphere Garden Party was a wonderful evening of food, music, community, and support for Florida’s coastal and river ecosystems. Thank you to everyone who attended, sponsored, donated, and helped make the event possible.

Couldn’t make it?
You missed a great night… but there’s more ahead. Stay connected to hear about future events, restoration updates, and opportunities to get involved.

Diamond Sponsors:

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Join Us in Restoring Florida’s Coastal & River Ecosystems.

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Ecosphere Restoration Institute, Inc. hosts and supports hands-on volunteer events, community cleanups, and educational opportunities throughout the year. Our events bring together neighbors, partners, and volunteers to restore habitat, improve water quality, and strengthen the resilience of our local waterways.

Whether you’re new to restoration work or a returning volunteer, your time and energy make a real difference.

Past Volunteer Events


Volunteers for a Healthy Hillsborough River

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Volunteer Restoration Event

Help protect and restore one of Tampa Bay’s most important waterways by volunteering along the Hillsborough River. This event focuses on hands-on actions that directly support river health, wildlife habitat, and long-term ecosystem resilience.

Volunteer efforts contribute to cleaner waterways and stronger natural systems that benefit both people and wildlife.

    • Riverbank cleanup and restoration activities

    • Education on river health and restoration techniques

    • A chance to work alongside fellow community members

    • Open to volunteers of all skill levels

    • Great for individuals, small groups, and corporate volunteer teams

    • Children can participate with adult supervision

Planning to Attend?

Ecosphere provides tools, guidance, and on-site support to ensure a safe and productive experience. Many of our events are open to volunteers of all ages, but please check with Ecosphere before bringing young children.

What to Bring

Closed-toed shoes that can get dirty, Sun protection (hat, sunscreen), Reusable water bottle, Positive energy and a willingness to help

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We 💚 our volunteers!

We 💚 our volunteers!

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