Why Volunteer at Biblical Tamar Park?
We believe that the volunteer program is one of the important components to fulfill our mission in Israel and at Tamar. Volunteering is a unique and special way to bless the Israeli people and the Land. It is the mission of Blossoming Rose to support Israel and the Jewish people by sponsoring humanitarian and educational activities in Israel and the United States that serve to give people an opportunity to learn about Israel’s history.
“I (God) will give it (the Land) to you for a heritage.” - Exodus 6:8
This "handed down" legacy dates back to the time of Abraham. Blossoming Rose has been honored to be "handed down" Biblical Tamar Park and it is our duty to restore and maintain this 55 acre, national, educational and historic site, but we cannot do it alone. We are very thankful for all the volunteers and donations that help make this all possible.
Volunteers helping with an exhibit
Volunteers helping restore Biblical Tamar Park
Volunteer Opportunities
Housekeeping
We house our volunteers and staff in caravans (trailers). These caravans require regular housekeeping in order to keep them looking nice. Caravans are heated and air conditioned.
Specific Duties
Cleaning
Duties include cleaning and maintaining the various rooms within the caravan.
Preparing Beds
Preparing beds for guests and making sure any new guests or volunteers have clean bedding.
Laundry
Take care of laundry such as bedding as well as laundry from volunteers.
Kitchen
If you enjoy cooking and don't mind taking care of the dishes, we'd love for you to volunteer.
Note: we only purchase kosher food, but the kitchen is not kosher.
Specific Duties
Cooking
Help prepare meals for volunteers and staff.
Grocery Shopping
Assist with getting groceries to Biblical Tamar Park.
Dishes
Doing the dishes after meals and cleaning up.
Cleaning
Making sure the kitchen is tidy.
Outdoor
There is a lot of outdoor maintenance that needs to get taken care of. Some examples may include: trimming trees and shrubs, raking leaves, weeding, planting, etc.
Specific Duties
Trimming Trees
Keep trees pruned and under control.
Raking
Rake and clean up leaves and other tree debris.
Weeding
Pull up weeds and take care of plants.
Mechanical
If you're great at fixing things, we're always in need of mechanical help.
Specific Duties
Vehicle Maintenance / Repair
Duties may include fixing cars and doing basic maintenance like oil changes.
Power Tool Repair
Sometimes our power tools break and need repair.
Building Maintenance
We house our volunteers and staff in caravans (trailers). These caravans require regular housekeeping in order to keep them looking nice. Caravans are heated and air conditioned.
Specific Duties
Repair
Duties may include building repair.
Paint
Duties may include painting.
Plumbing
Sometimes there are plumbing opportunities available.
Electrical
Fixing electrical issues that may pop-up (such as our outside lights).
Archaeology Dig
If you have experience and a background in archaeology, there is always much work to be done with restoring Biblical Tamar Park.
Specific Duties
Clean
The desert winds can blow and cover up our exhibits with sand.
Maintain
Maintain and help restore Biblical Tamar Park.
Beautify
Assist with making the park beautiful.
Volunteer Approval Process
Short Term Volunteers (min of 7 nights)
- Read the volunteer manual
- Complete a volunteer application
- Panel will review application
- If approved, an orientation lunch meeting or video conference call will be scheduled
- Sign the Volunteer Agreement and pay the daily rate and transportation amount
Long Term Volunteers (min of 30 nights)
- Read the volunteer manual
- Must have visited Tamar Park at least once or be recommended by the President
- Complete a volunteer application
- Panel will review application
- If approved, an orientation lunch meeting or video conference call will be scheduled
- Sign the Volunteer Agreement and pay the daily rate and transportation amount
Sponsored Site Volunteers
- Read the volunteer manual
- Be recommended by a Sponsor of one of the sites
- Complete a volunteer application
- Panel will review application
- If approved, an orientation lunch meeting or video conference call will be scheduled
- Sign the Volunteer Agreement and pay the daily rate and transportation amount
Submit Application Form