Join OCAF as a volunteer in the Gallery Shoppe, where you can assist with daily operations and customer service. No experience is necessary, and you can volunteer for a single event or become a regular volunteer.

Help us make our events successful by volunteering for various roles during game/movie nights, dances, parties, and performances. Tasks may include activity setup, snack setup, assisting students throughout the event, and cleanup at the end of the event, typically scheduled for Friday, Saturday, or Sunday afternoons/evenings.

Join our Cleanup Crew to help maintain a clean and welcoming environment at Firefly. Volunteers will assist with tasks such as straightening up bathrooms, sweeping and vacuuming floors, emptying trash, and other general cleanup duties every Thursday from 3:00-4:00pm.

As a Lunch Helper, you will assist in setting up and putting away picnic blankets, monitoring students during lunch, and ensuring a smooth transition between indoor and outdoor lunch. This role takes place every Thursday from 11:30am-12:30pm.

As a docent, you will greet museum visitors and provide information about the various collections on display. This role is ideal for those who enjoy art and want to share their knowledge with others.

As a member of the Visitor Services Team, you will welcome and inform garden visitors, assist with guest check-in, and help direct guests to various attractions within the garden. This role involves engaging with the public and providing excellent customer service.

Join the horticulture team to assist with weeding, planting, and maintaining display gardens. Volunteers will work alongside curators and gain hands-on experience in plant care and garden maintenance.

Volunteers are needed for various special events throughout the year, such as opening receptions and artist talks. Responsibilities include assisting with set-up, clean-up, and providing snacks and refreshments as needed.

Volunteers can assist with social media and other public relations activities such as mailing, postering, and graphic design. This role is ideal for those looking to gain experience in marketing and communications.

Friendly, reliable volunteers are needed to tend to the gallery while exhibitions are on view. Docents interact with visitors, track admission, and keep the gallery tidy, with shifts generally lasting 2-3 hours.

Handy volunteers are needed to assist with the installation and de-installation of exhibitions. Volunteers will gain experience handling art and work with curators to carry out their installation plans.

Internships can be arranged based on the skill set an individual wants to strengthen. Tasks may include social media coordination, drafting curatorial copy, and event planning.

Local college students can apply for internships to gain experience in nonprofit operations, event planning, and community outreach.

Help the Outreach Committee communicate with members and organize activities. Volunteers will assist with event planning, social media management, and maintaining the organization's online presence.

Assist the Advocacy Committee by monitoring local commissions and providing feedback on proposed ordinances affecting the watershed. Volunteers will help formulate statements and communicate with government officials.

Assist with one-time events such as fundraisers or running the merch table. Volunteers may also share their expertise by leading workshops.

Volunteers are needed to assist with the We Rock Athens Camp, providing instrument instruction, guidance to campers, and support to camp staff during the camp week. Volunteers will also have the opportunity to propose and teach workshops.

Join one of our year-round teams such as Events, Program, Promotions, Grants & Fundraising, or Outreach to help plan and execute various activities and initiatives throughout the year.

Support the Water Trails Committee in building canoe/kayak launches along the river. Volunteers will help with fundraising, leading paddling trips, and collecting information for the website.

Participate in a committee of your choice to help shape future meetings and initiatives. Volunteers will study and research themes for future meetings and help build a directory of companies related to biological engineering.