VOLUNTEER
Volunteer OPPORTUNITIES
Volunteers are a vital part of Mount Dora Center for the Arts AND it could be good for your well being! According to Psychology Today, the benefits of socializing through volunteering include better brain function and lower risk for depression and anxiety. You may also improve your immune system.
There is an ongoing need throughout the year for a wide range of duties from Gallery Greeters to Instructor Assistants, Event Volunteers, and even general beautification of our property if you like to paint or garden. Fill out the Volunteer Application to let us know what you’re interested in and email it to info@mdca.org
Gallery Sitter/Docent
Docents are an integral part of Mount Dora Center for the Arts. They are dynamic, dedicated volunteers with diverse backgrounds who are on hand to educate people about Mount Dora Center for the Arts mission to inspire curiosity, support creativity, and enrich lives through art, exhibits, and education. No previous teaching or art history experience is required as Docents are updated regularly on upcoming events, gallery exhibits, and new classes.
Property Beautification
MDCA is looking for volunteers to help keep our grounds and building welcoming and beautiful. Tasks may include watering plants, weeding gardens, light painting touch-ups, organizing supplies, sweeping leaves, and other general upkeep projects as needed. This role is perfect for someone who takes pride in a well-kept space, and wants to support the arts in a hands-on way.
No special experience required—just a willingness to help and a love for our creative community!
Marketing/Admin
MDCA is seeking organized, creative volunteers to support our marketing efforts, manage memberships, and help coordinate volunteers. Tasks may include assisting with social media and email communications, helping maintain member records, welcoming new members, and supporting volunteer scheduling and communication.
Ideal volunteers are friendly, detail-oriented, and enjoy working behind the scenes to support the arts. Experience in marketing, administration, or nonprofit work is helpful but not required—training provided. This is a great opportunity to build skills, meet creative community members, and make a meaningful impact at the Art Center.
Teacher
Volunteer instructors lead classes or workshops in their area of expertise and help inspire students of all ages and experience levels in a supportive, creative environment.
Ideal volunteers are passionate about art, enjoy working with others, and are comfortable guiding small groups.
This is a wonderful opportunity to give back to the arts community, connect with fellow creatives, and make a meaningful impact through art education.
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EVENT Volunteer
Events include Artist Receptions, galas and parties held at MDCA, as well as festivals like the Sept Mount Dora Viva La Frida Festival and the Plein Air Quick Draw at the Nov Plant and Garden Fair. Duties include items like setting up a tent or table, prepping food and beverages, decorating, and cleaning up.
Volunteer Opportunities at the Mount Dora Arts Festival
If you have ever attended the annual Mount Dora Arts Festival in February, you may wonder how such a large scale event could looks so seamless and smooth. It takes hundreds of of volunteers to set up the infrastructure, coordinate vendors and monitor traffic. Take a look at some of the duties needed to be fulfilled during the festival weekend. If you are interested in volunteering please email us at info@mdca.orgor fill out the easy Volunteer form at the bottom of this page.
Volunteer for FUN!
Volunteers do a range of tasks:
THURSDAY
4:00–6:00 PM
• Install “No Parking” banner signs throughout the historic downtown walking district
FRIDAY
11:00 AM–2:00 PM
• Storage supply runs
12:00–3:00 PM
• Various setup tasks (parking lot and shuttle signage)
1:00–6:00 PM
• Artist check-in at MDCA, Hospitality
3:00–6:30 PM
• Parking lot and traffic control for vendor setup
SATURDAY
6:00–8:15 AM • Artist check-in at MDCA, Hospitality
6:00–8:30 AM • Parking lot and traffic control for vendor setup • Coffee, water set up
8:00 AM • Info & MDCA tent setup
9:00 AM–5:00 PM (Pease indicate available hours)
• Booth sitting • Donation box monitoring • Merchandise sales • MDCA Parking Lot
SUNDAY
6:00–8:30 AM • Parking lot and traffic control for vendor setup • Coffee, water set up
9:00 AM–4:00 PM (Please indicate available hours)
• Booth sitting • Donation box monitoring • Merchandise sales • MDCA Parking Lot
12:00–4:00 PM • Collect art donations
4:00–6:00 PM • Traffic control for vendor breakdown
4:00–5:00 PM
• Info & MDCA tent breakdown • Coffee station breakdown
• Return items to storage
Hospitality Team Needed
We are also seeking a Hospitality Coordinator and team to assist with coffee, water, and snack setup in the Donnelly Park Building on Saturday and Sunday.
Student Volunteers
Students may earn community service hours by helping artists with setup and breakdown during the following times:
• Friday: 4:30–7:00 PM
• Saturday: 6:30–9:00 AM
• Sunday: 4:00–6:00 PM
MDCA Parking attendants 9am-4pm
Volunteers are treated to a THANK YOU party after the event.
Volunteer Exchange for Festival Space
If you have a Not For Profit, Charity group or School organization looking for ways to raise money or bring awareness to your cause at one of our events, there is a way to have a space without paying the booth fee.
To participate at no cost, you need to provide a minimum of 4 volunteers to help with one or more of the following shifts: Friday set up 3- 6:30PM, Sat 6-8AM Sun 6-8AM, Sun 4-6PM. Tasks may include monitoring parking lots, directing traffic and or helping exhibitors unload/load to get them out of the event area faster. At least one person needs to attend the mandatory pre-event volunteer meeting.
EMAIL US about being a Community Exchange partner
Volunteer for Student or Community Hours
Some students are required to complete community service hours as part of a class requirement in order to graduate high school or become a member of certain organizations, such as the National Honor Society.
Community service hours can also be logged here if they are ordered by a judge as community restitution.
Earn community service hours by helping artists with setup and breakdown during the following times:
• Friday: 4:30–7:00 PM
• Saturday: 6:30–9:00 AM
• Sunday: 4:00–6:00 PM
Also needed Sat and Sun: MDCA Parking Lot 9am-4pm
Sat and Sun: Booth Sitters-Report to INFO booth 10am-4pm
Sign Up!
Be a Volunteer!
Sign up to be notified of volunteer opportunities as they become available. Be a pART of it!
By submitting this form, you are consenting to receive marketing emails from: Business Name. You can revoke your consent to receive emails at any time by using the SafeUnsubscribe® link, found at the bottom of every email. Emails are serviced by Constant Contact
