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.

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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

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.

Top 8 benefits of studying filmmaking in high school
The Top 8 Benefits of Studying Filmmaking in High School

From impressing your dream college to gaining festival experience, here are the top reasons why you should pursue your love of film during your high school years.

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Eyes wide open: Academy graduate Tiffany Blandin brings truth to the stage

Now a student at Carnegie Mellon, Blandin opens up about her college theatre experience and how her training at Interlochen still impacts her today.

Upcoming Events
Feb
19

Music, Academy Student

Wind Symphony with Choir 2/19/2025

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 - 7:30 p.m. ET

Corson Auditorium Adult $17; Child-College $14

Feb
19

Music, Academy Student

Piano Department Recital

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 - 7:30 p.m. ET

Dendrinos Chapel and Recital Hall FREE, no tickets required

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