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Volunteer

Sept 18-Oct 4

Every year, ArtPrize volunteers welcome hundreds of thousands of visitors to Grand Rapids for this extraordinary community event.

It's our volunteers who breathe life into ArtPrie and make it the place to be every fall!

Why Volunteer with ArtPrize?

Are you passionate about art, community, and cultivating memorable experiences? As an ArtPrize volunteer, you’ll connect with artists, engage with visitors, and contribute to the vibrant atmosphere of ArtPrize. By joining our volunteer program you become an essential part of one of the largest art competitions and exhibitions in the world!

  • Engage with art and artists
  • Connect with like-minded individuals
  • Support the arts
  • Create lasting memories
  • Gain valuable, real-world experience
Sign Up To Volunteer

Ways to Get Involved

It takes a city to make ArtPrize run smoothly (literally!) As we work diligently behind the scenes to organize this years’ event, we invite you to join our team as the face of our mighty community. You can:

  • House an Artist for the duration of Artprize with our Artist Housing Program
  • Guide guests as a Wayfinder and distribute promotional materials with our Communications team
  • Assist with educational activities alongside our Education department
  • Help us run the Clubhouse, support community events, and prep materials in Events and Operations
  • Attend gallery spaces with the Exhibitions team

Note

You must be 18 or older and be willing to complete a background check to apply.

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