Volunteer Registration – Spring 2026


Blossom Foundation’s programs are powered by volunteers. Volunteering at Sacred Grove is a unique opportunity to practice Seva (selfless service) as your Sadhana (spiritual practice), and to connect with Sri M’s community. Your support is welcome and much appreciated.

At a Glance

Eligibility:

  • Volunteers must be a US Citizen, or a Legal Permanent Resident (Green Card holder), or an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) holder.

  • Must be 15 years or older as of the retreat start date.

  • Volunteers between the ages of 15–18 must be accompanied by their parent or guardian who should be a registered volunteer or an attendee at the same event.

  • Parent or guardian must complete the volunteer registration on behalf of their child through their Blossom Foundation profile.

Registration Details:

  • Opens: Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 11:00 AM CT

  • Closes: Sunday, March 1, 2026, at 11:00 AM CT

  • How to register: Log in to your Blossom Foundation profile and select the program you would like to volunteer for and your preferred task(s). Please ensure that your profile contains your full name and date of birth exactly as they appear on your government-issued ID; incorrect details may result in cancellation. If applications exceed available spots, a raffle may be conducted.

  • Volunteer Confirmations: Will be sent by Friday, March 6, 2026, 9:00 PM CT to the email address associated with your Blossom Foundation profile. The confirmation will come from sacredgrovevolunteers@blossomfoundation.com. Please add this address to your safe senders list.

Volunteer Responsibilities

Please sign up for a program 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

Note:
* Volunteering for the Tripura Rahasya retreat has been divided into two sessions. You are welcome to volunteer for any or both of these sessions.


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 Day 1. Please arrive no later than 8:30 AM CT on Day 1.

  • Departure: Kindly plan to leave one hour after dinner (by 9:00 PM CT) on your final volunteer day.  Leaving early leaves the team short, so please stay until 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

Lodge registration is completed through your Blossom Foundation user profile once your volunteer role is confirmed. To learn more about the lodges, visit the Lodge Registration page on our website.

Hotels in Graham, TX

  • Best Western Plus Graham Inn: Group rates available. Reserve via the Best Western Group Link or call (940) 521-0190 (mention “Blossom Foundation Spring Retreats 2026”).

  • 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 "blossom26")

  • Other Local Options:

    • Holiday Inn Express & Suites Graham: (940) 521-9188

    • 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, offering pranams and receiving blessings from Sri M during the closing session; details shared 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.

Questions?

More information is available on the Volunteer FAQs page.

For further questions regarding volunteering opportunities, contact:
sacredgrovevolunteers@blossomfoundation.com

For more information about the new registration system, refer to the New Registration FAQs.

We look forward to serving together in the spirit of Seva and Sadhana this Spring!

 
 

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