“SERVICE IS THE BEST WAY; SERVE OTHERS AND DO YOUR SADHANA ALONGSIDE.” – Sri M
Volunteer Registrations ARE CLOSED FOR Fall 2025
Opens: Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 11:00 AM CT
Closes: Sunday, August 17, 2025 at 11:00 AM CT
Blossom Foundation’s retreats are powered 100% by volunteers. Volunteering at Sacred Grove is a unique opportunity to practice Seva (selfless service) as your Sadhana (spiritual practice), and connect with Sri M’s community. Your support is welcome and much appreciated.
Volunteer Responsibilities
Please sign up for a retreat you are not already attending as a participant. We encourage support from volunteers in several areas during the retreat as described below:
Kitchen and dining hall assistance
Washing dishes and cleaning
Facility cleaning and maintenance, including lodges
Managing registration and check-in
Traffic flow management and parking assistance
Other support roles as needed
(You are welcome to indicate preferred roles during volunteer registration. Every effort will be made to match your interests with event needs.)
Important Dates & Volunteer Opportunities
Retreat Volunteering Arrival & Departure:
Arrival: Please plan to arrive at Sacred Grove at 5:00 PM CT the day before the retreat starts. This allows you to meet with your team, understand your tasks, and get oriented with the campus, and help with setup.
Mandatory Orientation: A mandatory volunteer orientation at 9:00 AM CT on retreat day. Please arrive no later than 8:30am CT on day 1.
Departure: Kindly plan to leave one hour after dinner (by 8:00 PM CT) on your final volunteer day. Leaving early leaves the team short so please stay till the end.
Accommodation
You have several choices for your stay during the retreat, including convenient on-campus lodging and a range of local options:
On-Campus at Sacred Grove
Blossom Foundation Lodges: Comfortable on-campus accommodation is available at Sacred Grove. Learn more and register at the Lodge Registration page.
Hotels in Graham, TX
Best Western Plus Graham Inn: Group Rate $104.99 plus 13% tax and $6.99 facility fee per night; $10 for each additional guest beyond two.
Reserve via the Best Western Group Link or call (940) 521-0190 (mention “Blossom Foundation Fall Retreats 2025”).Holiday Inn Express & Suites Graham: Standard rooms from $139 plus tax, suites at $149 plus tax.
Reserve via the Holiday Inn Reservation Link or call (940) 521-9188 (mention “Blossom Foundation”).Hotel Middleton: New boutique hotel (opened in 2023). Small rooms (converted container spaces), ideal for 1 person or a small family.
$90/night plus applicable taxes;
Reserve at Hotel Middleton or call (817) 705-7403 (promo code "blossom25")Other Local Options:
Salt Creek Lodge: (940) 549-8320
Airbnb and VRBO rentals are also available in the Graham area.
RV Parks & Campgrounds
Sacred Grove does not offer on-site camping or RV facilities. Options are available in Graham and nearby towns.
Nearby Cities
If Graham is fully booked, consider hotels in Mineral Wells (~45 minutes from Graham) or Wichita Falls (~1 hour).
Reservation Note
Always book directly with the hotel (see above contacts) rather than with third-party sites to ensure correct group tracking and better service.
Volunteer Benefits
Nutritious Meals: Provided on all volunteer days at Sacred Grove.
Spiritual Enrichment: Opportunities to join select sessions (group meditation, cultural programs with Sri M, offer pranams and receive blessings from Sri M during the closing session; details at orientation).
Facilities Use: During breaks, enjoy tranquil spaces including meditation gazebos, Babaji’s and Mary’s Grotto, and the dining hall when the campus is open.
Quick Facts
Questions?
More information is available on the Volunteer FAQs page.
For further questions regarding volunteering opportunities, contact:
sacredgrovevolunteers@blossomfoundation.com
We look forward to serving together in the spirit of Seva and Sadhana this Fall!