GreenRoots is a member-driven, grassroots organization. Our work and accomplishments are only possible with the direction, commitment, and passion of our members. Join us in the fight for environmental and climate justice in Chelsea and East Boston!

Apply to Become a Member!

Smiling woman and man wearing casual attire at GreenRoots' annual fundraiser.

I am very passionate about justice work in general. I have spent the last 10 years volunteering at several mutual aid initiatives in Chelsea. I believe in the sacredness of humanity and that GreenRoots upholds this belief.

Grace Muwina

Membership Benefits

  • Influence and shape GreenRoots’ work to address climate justice, environmental justice, waterfront access, youth empowerment, health equity, open space, transit justice, food justice, anti-displacement and land sovereignty, and energy democracy!
  • Be part of a large and diverse collective of Chelsea and East Boston activists working for environmental justice and improved public health.
  • Attend and participate in GreenRoots events and gatherings. 
  • Utilize GreenRoots gathering spaces, if available.

Membership Criteria

  • Agree and commit to carrying out GreenRoots’ mission and vision. 
  • Attend at least three (3) GreenRoots events in a year,  become a Sustainer Circle member or volunteer for GreenRoots! 
  • Be a  resident of Chelsea, East Boston, another environmental justice community or participate in at least five (5) GreenRoots events in a year and pay a modest membership fee.

News & Events

Upcoming Events

  • 15
    Sep

    Chelsea Farmers Market

    3:00 - 7:00pm

    Join us every Tuesday (weather permitting) for the new Chelsea Farmers Market! GreenRoots will be there each week to share more about our work. We’re thrilled to collaborate with the City of Chelsea and The Trustees to make this market possible.

  • 16
    Sep

    Harvest and Health

    11:00am - 12:30pm

    Pick up fresh veggies and connect with health professionals. Join us for the weekly harvest and stop by to meet MGH's health specialists, get your blood pressure checked, ask questions, and get resources to support your health! Fresh vegetables available while supplies last.

Your support is crucial in ensuring our work continues.

For 30 years, GreenRoots has restored acres of urban salt marsh, created new parks, increased public access to the waterfront and improved the water quality of Chelsea Creek.

Our organizing model is rooted in base-building and community, and your help makes us a stronger force. A contribution to GreenRoots means an investment in the futures of Chelsea and East Boston!

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Staff and community leaders in front of the MA Department of Public Utilities advocating for Chelsea's Energy Aggregation Plan.