Volunteer at ARTS!

Volunteering at ARTS

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Volunteering at ARTS ~

Every session, A Reason to Survive (ARTS) offers classes in a variety of art forms ranging from drawing, painting, graphic design, photography, woodworking, and more. The ARTS team works together to create and maintain a safe and welcoming environment for youth to express themselves creatively and socially. As an ARTS volunteer, it is imperative that we all work together to support our mission.

Volunteer Outcomes

  • Support youth development in the South Bay.

  • Experience community engagement opportunities.

  • Tap into skill sets that may not be utilized in your day-to-day life.

  • Share your knowledge, wisdom and experience with other volunteers.

  • Meet new people, develop new skills, and discover new experiences.

Volunteers

Volunteers will be matched to support a program, department, or event depending on volunteer interest and organizational need. The role of an ARTS Volunteer is to support the ARTS team on relevant work, whether it's in the classroom, administrative support, special projects, events, etc. Our hope is that volunteers will gain a meaningful experience and develop professional and interpersonal skills while supporting the mission of ARTS.

Active/Inactive Volunteer Status

All volunteers are required to complete 20 hours per year or 10 hours per program session, whichever occurs first, to remain on active status. If these minimum requirements are not fulfilled, the volunteer will be considered inactive and will need to reapply and will be onboarded during the next recruitment cycle.

Internships

ARTS offers internships for those seeking school credit. ARTS Interns function similarly to volunteers, but have an expanded set of responsibilities and a different level of commitment.

All individuals seeking an internship with ARTS must complete the volunteer application, afterward candidates will be asked for an interview with the Volunteer & Intern Coordinator and if applicable the direct supervisor for the role.

Volunteering Opportunities

Programming Support

Assist in setting-up the space for programming, material preparation, documentation, and youth engagement.

Internships we offer

Event Support

Assist in cleaning and set up of spaces and rooms for community events, this can include setting up tables, chairs, art and other materials.

Admin Support

Assist in administrative duties, this can include staffing the desk, answering phone calls, greeting people, and other tasks.

Programs Intern

A programs intern will help ensure programs run smoothly by supporting teaching artists and the programs team with material preparation and youth engagement.

Advancement Intern

An advancement intern will support development opportunities that include grant writing and management, fee for service contracting, campaigns, advancement events, and more.

Operations Intern

An operations Intern will support the operations team with administrative work, facility projects, and event support.

Communications Intern

An operations Intern will support the operations team with administrative work, facility projects, and event support.

ARTS Volunteer & Internship Application

Volunteer Application Process

ARTS is excited to welcome Volunteers to support both organizational and individuals’ goals.

Here are the steps to becoming an ARTS Volunteer:

  • Submit Volunteer Application

  • Complete Volunteer Interview

  • Complete Volunteer Onboarding Tasks

  • Attend Volunteer Orientation

Volunteer Onboarding

As a youth serving organizations ARTS has specific onboarding requirements to safeguard our youth and meet policies mandated by the state of California. These are the steps to complete onboarding as an ARTS Volunteer.

Onboarding Requirements:

  • TB Test

  • LiveScan (Background Check)

  • Mandated Reporter Training for Volunteers

Volunteer and Intern Highlights

  • Cassandra Blust

    Programs Intern
    (ARTS on Campus & Community ARTS)

    “I enjoy the expressive nature of each student at these sites and it’s refreshing to be surrounded by such talented and creative individuals!”

  • Jordyn Felix

    Program Volunteer
    (ARTS on Campus)

    “The positive energy and supportive community inspire me to spread that same positivity everywhere I go! The community here is so supportive that I am proud to be part of a meaningful program.”