There’s an age-old saying in theater: “the show must go on.” We say something similar about our volunteer team: the show can’t go on without them! Our dedicated corps of volunteers are involved in every aspect of the work at Walton Arts Center—helping in the administrative office, box office, the Friends lounge, ushering in the hall and more. The volunteers say that a major perk of volunteering at Walton Arts Center is that it is so much fun!
Volunteering isn’t all work and no play. There is an incredible sense of community that is established inside and outside of the performance hall, and when asked what they enjoy most about being a volunteer, most will mention friendships with staff, other volunteers and patrons. The volunteer team is a wonderful place to meet other service-minded individuals.
As a thank you for our volunteers, we dedicate the whole month of April to Volunteer Appreciation Month and host an annual volunteer appreciation night, complete with a party and awards. The fun doesn’t stop there. Just like with volunteering, social activities occur at a variety of times so that everyone can join in and share their skills. We have morning coffee chats, afternoon potlucks, and movie and trivia nights. Our volunteer social outings also take advantage of all our local community has to offer like Lights of the Ozarks, retro arcades, downtown concert nights, and nature hikes.
To learn more or become a volunteer, please visit waltonartscenter.org/volunteer
