18 Years of Youth Transforming The World Starting In Their Own Backyards

Since 2008, Concrete Safaris has prepared youth in East Harlem and beyond to lead healthy lives and shape their environment through outdoor education, play, exploration, and community engagement. 

Grow Food, Beautify Outdoor Spaces, & Get A Workout

Join us in the gardens twice per month at Jefferson or Washington Houses to plant, weed, rake, shovel, and clean up trash. Whether you are aiming to complete community service hours or want to make the world a healthier place, there is a lot to do, and we'd love to get our green thumbs on with you. These events are free and open to the public.

Apr - June & Sept - Dec, 2 Saturdays/Month, 10AM - 1PM

PlacemakingCorps

Apply to serve for 3 - 12 months as a Public Health AmeriCorps Member at Concrete Safaris' PlacemakingCorps. Explore a career in public and environmental health and placemaking, while supporting youth development and community building. Receive a living allowance and an education award upon successful completion.

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Green Exercise Days

Green Exercise Days are outdoor, educational field trips and/or community service experiences in our gardens. 

Outdoor Leadership Academy

An internship program for 14-24-year-olds divided into three cohorts -- gardening, outdoor play, and health promotion. Interns may start working with Concrete Safaris during the school year or summer time.

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Upcoming Events

MLK Day Garden Volunteer Session: January 18th, 2025

Jan 18, 2025 10:00AM—1:00PM

300 East 115th St, New York, NY 10029

Jefferson Gardens’ Garden Volunteer Session: March 1st, 2025

Mar 01, 2025 10:00AM—1:00PM

300 East 115th St, New York, NY 10029

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