Want to get involved in the arts? Volunteer in Northeast Indiana to support arts and cultural activities.

For more information on these opportunities, call (260) 424-0646.

Taste of the Arts

Arts United works with an all-volunteer committee to plan and produce the annual Taste of the Arts Festival.

Grant Panelists

Arts United utilizes volunteer panelists to review applications submitted to several of our grant programs. We select panelists based on a variety of factors and strive for diversity in our panelists to encourage meaningful dialogue, enhance awareness, and represent a variety of voices from across our region.

If you are interested in serving as a grant panelist, please submit your information using this form. Completing this form does not guarantee panel participation. All submissions will be thoughtfully reviewed by the program manager, who might get in touch to learn more about your areas of expertise.

Theater and Event Volunteers

Arts United has many volunteer opportunities available at both the Arts United Center and the Parkview Physicians Group ArtsLab Theatre! Arts United volunteers provide added value to our Guest Services team in creating a memorable guest experience.

Volunteers enjoy many perks including half-off concessions items (excluding alcoholic beverages) during your shift, annual volunteer recognition celebration, along with an Earning while Serving program where points are awarded towards tickets to a performance, a custom name tag, and more! Scheduling is flexible, with no minimum shift requirement per year.

Volunteer Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Must be reliable
  • Must be able to climb stairs
  • Must be able to work in semi-darkness
  • Must be able to stand for long periods of time, up to 2 hours
  • Must attend a volunteer orientation, along with annual refresher training

Available Volunteer Positions

  • TICKET SCANNER: Scan patron tickets and provide wayfinding information
  • CONCESSIONS: Support the Guest Services team in selling food and drink items during pre-show and at intermission
  • USHER:  Provide wayfinding assistance, distributing programs, and assisting patrons to their seats
  • ACCESSIBILITY LIAISON:  Act as support for patrons with accessibility needs

For more information, please fill out the Volunteer Interest form, and a member of our team will be in contact to let you know of our next volunteer information session.

Local Arts and Cultural Opportunities

Arts United is pleased to elevate our vibrant community by sharing volunteer opportunities for local arts and cultural organizations. To learn more, click on a link below and/or contact the organization directly.