The Texas Tribal Buffalo Project is proud to be a vendor at the Austin Powwow & Native American Heritage Festival, the largest one-day powwow in the country. This vibrant event features traditional Native American drumming, dancing, arts, crafts, and cultural exhibits.

Volunteer Responsibilities (General / TBD):

• Assist with booth setup and breakdown

• Engage with attendees and share information about TTBP’s mission and programs

• Support sales and educational materials

• Help maintain a welcoming and informative booth environment

Availability: Volunteers can sign up for shifts throughout the day. Specific time slots will be provided closer to the event.

Join us at the Come and Take it Farmers Market in Gonzalez, TX, on the 3rd Saturday of each month as an ambassador for the Texas Tribal Buffalo Project! Volunteers help set up and run our booth, educate the public on Buffalo's cultural importance, and sell USDA-certified buffalo meat. It's perfect for those passionate about Indigenous foodways, sustainability, and community outreach.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with booth setup and breakdown (tent, tables, signage, coolers)

• Greet and engage customers in a friendly, welcoming manner

• Share talking points about the sacred role of the buffalo in Native culture and TTBP’s mission

• Handle packaged meat sales, including basic inventory tracking and cash/card transactions (training provided)

• Maintain cleanliness and proper food handling standards at the booth

• Answer basic questions or refer to staff for detailed info

• Help with outreach by distributing flyers or signing people up for our volunteer newsletter and TTBP email list.