Engage with a dedicated team of volunteers and professionals in the composting industry and receive waived conference registration! Whether you are new to composting or an experienced professional in the industry, there is a spot for you on one of our volunteer teams.

Become part of the team that makes the USCC Conference & Trade Show possible! Our volunteers are at the heart of this event, supporting operations while also getting the chance to learn, network, and experience the conference firsthand.

Why Volunteer?

• Receive a full conference registration (valued at over $1000), including:
  • All standard conference events and educational sessions such as the welcome reception and exhibitor lunch
  • Full access to the Exhibitor Hall
  • Entry to Thursday’s Equipment Demo Day

Enjoy the conference during your downtime—most shifts are just 4 hours so you’ll still have plenty of time to attend sessions, explore, and connect!

Volunteer Requirements

• Complete the COMPOST2026 Volunteer Application Form and be selected
• Be available for 3 consecutive days (Sunday–Tuesday, Monday–Wednesday, or Tuesday–Thursday)
• Commit to at least 3 4-hour-long shifts during the conference
• Attend both a virtual orientation call (about 1 hour, one week prior) and on-site training at the event
• Cover your own travel, lodging, and meals not included in the conference registration
• *Returning volunteers must be USCC members in good standing*

Roles You May Fill

Volunteers help in a wide variety of ways, including:

• Registration & Welcome – greeting attendees, handing out badges, and keeping the area organized
• Event & Hall Support – monitoring access to special events, assisting exhibitors, and helping attendees navigate the conference
• Zero Waste Stations – supporting our sustainability efforts by monitoring stations and preventing contamination
• Workshop & Session Assistance – checking in participants, supporting speakers, and keeping sessions running smoothly
• Equipment Demo Day – helping with registration, safety gear, set-up, and attendee support during this exciting hands-on event

Deepen your knowledge of composting and organics recycling while networking with the largest group of composters in North America!

If you have any questions, please contact Ksenia Dobbs, kdobbs@compostingcouncil.org