Volunteers


Join the Interlochen community

Volunteers serve as important pillars of the Interlochen community. By dedicating their time, contributing their skills, and acting as ambassadors, volunteers help everything at Interlochen run more smoothly. We count on volunteers in multiple ways: leading tours, assisting visitors, sewing costumes, serving as ushers, planting flowers, raising funds, and even engaging with prospective students and alumni both on- and off-campus. Join us!

Get Involved

Find out more about on-campus and remote volunteering opportunities.

Give Back

Learn more about how you can make an impact on a young artist's life.

Concerts & Events

Check out our upcoming events and live webcasts.

Scholarshop

Show your Interlochen pride by shopping at our campus store.

Volunteer Spotlight: Ted Biederwieden

After his grandfather built a cabin in Michigan, Ted Beiderwieden started summering near Interlochen and would listen to Interlochen Public Radio. He went from avid IPR listener to Interlochen Center for the Arts' Volunteer of the Year several years in a row.

Read Ted's story

Ted Beiderwieden

Ted Beiderwieden volunteering at Interlochen Public Radio.

Contact Us

Want to make a difference at Interlochen? We’d love to welcome you as a volunteer! Whether near or far, we can help find the right opportunity for you, whether it's on-campus, off-campus, or online. Contact Alyssa Blaker for off-campus or online opportunities and Jennifer Richards for on-campus opportunities.

Headshot of Alyssa Blaker

Alyssa Blaker

Associate Director of Engagement

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Jennifer Richards

Jennifer Richards, CVA

Director of Customer Service and Volunteers

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Interlochen News

A smiling Levi Taylor plays piano .
Keys to happiness: Emmy-nominated composer Levi Taylor keeps the focus on community

The multitalented Arts Academy alumnus has composed for projects including Shark Week and a new opera focused on Black resilience.

Creative Writing students working at Interlochen
Are online creative writing certificates worth the investment?

From personalized feedback to expert-designed lessons, here are a few reasons an online creative writing certificate program may be the right choice for your personal and professional goals.

Donor Joanne Sprouse with one of the recipients of the scholarship she created at an event in the Visual Arts gallery.
Sustaining a legacy of service and philanthropy

Joanne Sprouse first gave to Interlochen in memory of her son, Stephen. Now, upon her passing, a gift from the remainder of her Donor Advised Fund is continuing her mission of doing as much good as possible.

Upcoming Events
Feb
20

Music, Academy Student

Orchestra and String Orchestra: Basler Memorial Scholarship Benefit

Thursday, February 20, 2025 - 7:30 p.m. ET

Corson Auditorium Adult $17; Child-College $14

Feb
20

Creative Writing, Academy Student

Red Wheelbarrow Reading

Thursday, February 20, 2025 - 7:30 p.m. ET

The Writing House FREE, no tickets required

Feb
21

Film & New Media, Academy Student

POSTPONED UNTIL MARCH 7: Film and Animation Premiere

Friday, February 21, 2025 - 7:30 p.m. ET

DeRoy Center for Film Studies FREE, no tickets required