Earth Keepers in Jersey City (Veteran's Cemetery)

Volunteers are needed to help revitalize, beautify, maintain, and improve areas in the cemetery through a variety of gardening, landscaping, and preservation projects. Volunteers will also assist with the tending of our goats and sheep during the summer months. The Historic Jersey City & Harsimus Cemetery was founded in 1829 and was the state's first private cemetery. The sacred grounds are the eternal resting place of some early notables of Jersey City's history as well as thousands of soldiers from the Revolutionary & Civil Wars, the War of 1812, the Spanish-American War, WWI and II. Come help preserve history!
Need-To-Know

• Volunteers will receive a brief orientation upon arrival
• Free on-site parking is available
• Please wear closed toed shoes and long pants
• Sunscreen and bug spray are recommended
• Protective gloves and eyeglasses are provided

• Following specific instructions regarding each task help make everyone have a positive experience

Orientation Video: Are you new to Jersey Cares? Watch our brief orientation video to learn more about who we are, what we do and how to sign-up for a project.

FAQ’s: For answers to our frequently asked questions, please visit the Help section of our website.

Waivers: All projects have non-negotiable age restrictions that are noted on the upper right side of each project description. If you meet the age restriction but are under 18, please have a parent or legal guardian complete the required youth waiver and bring with you to the project. Adults attending the project can expedite the registration process by printing the adult waiver in advance, sign and bring with you.