Volunteer: WaterFire Spark Nights 2026Try something new this year! Spark your interest in being a WaterFire Volunteer! Spark Nights are an interactive, fun, and social way to learn more about WaterFire, and Volunteer Opportunities. You'll hear from current WaterFire Volunteers, Barnaby Evans, and more. Join us and find something that ignites your passion!!! Spark Nights will be held at the WaterFire Arts Center from 6 PM to 8 PM on the following date: Wednesday, March 26thSpark Night overview: Welcome from WaterFire Staff Brief background information Conversation about volunteer opportunities Q & A with staff and volunteers We offer opportunities for any skill set and interests, whether you are more of a ‘behind the scenes’ person, enjoy socializing and talking to people, or just want to give back to the community. We hope you can join us! Reach out with any questions to volunteer@waterfire.org. Manager of Volunteer Programs and Internships: Gary Saint Laurent c: 401-481-1469 Agency: WaterFire Providence Try something new this year! Spark your interest in being a WaterFire Volunteer! Spark Nights are an interactive, fun, and social way to learn more about WaterFire, and Volunteer Opportunities. You'll hear from current WaterFire Volunteers, Barnaby Evans, and more. Join us and find something that ignites your passion!!! Spark Nights will be held at the WaterFire Arts Center from 6 PM to 8 PM on the following date: Wednesday, March 26thSpark Night overview: Welcome from WaterFire Staff Brief background information Conversation about volunteer opportunities Q & A with staff and volunteers We offer opportunities for any skill set and interests, whether you are more of a ‘behind the scenes’ person, enjoy socializing and talking to people, or just want to give back to the community. We hope you can join us! Reach out with any questions to volunteer@waterfire.org. Manager of Volunteer Programs and Internships: Gary Saint Laurent c: 401-481-1469 Agency: WaterFire Providence Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 02908 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: WaterFire Captains TrainingWe are looking for the next generation of WaterFire Captains! You don't even need boating experience!! If you've got a passion for WaterFire, a drive to learn and lead, and a driver's license, you can be in the program!!! Becoming a Captain is a long and dedicated process. You won't immediately be thrown into driving on a Full Fire; there are many steps to get there. In time and with practice, you will hopefully get your chance! Please see below for all the class requirements: 1) You'll need to attend both the in-class training dates on April 1st and 2nd 2) You'll need to attend the On River training days. These dates will be on April 8th, 9th, 15th, and 16th. 3) You need a driver's license. 5) We reserve the right to remove anyone from the training at any time. We of course, want everyone to succeed but we must protect other volunteers, staff, and equipment along the way. You should take the RI Boating Safety course, Here is a link Boating Safety. If you were born after 1986 it is required. Below, you will also see the Levels to the training needed to become a Captain. Captains In Training levels Level 1 In Class Training Level 2 On River Basic Training Level 3 6 Hours One-on-One Training - Throughout the month of May Level 4 40 Hours 12 Hours - Morning Build w/ Mentor Captain Fires/ Builds - 3 builds 16 Hours - Full Fire w/ Mentor Captain Little - no driving Fires/ Builds - 4 full fires 12 Hours - Full Fire as Guest Boat Captain Fires/ Builds - 4 fires Level 5 40 Hours Per Level 20 Hours- Morning Build by self Fires/ Builds- 5 morning builds 20 Hours - Partial/ Basin Events w/ Mentor Captain - with Driving Fires/ Builds - 5 partial fires Level 6 40 Hours Per Level 20 Hours- Full Fire driving majority of time w/ Mentor Captain Fires/ Builds - 5 events 20 Hours - Driving by self for Partials Fires/ Builds - 5 events Email Volunteer@WaterFire.Org to sign up! Thank you for supporting WaterFire Providence! We appreciate you. Agency: WaterFire Providence We are looking for the next generation of WaterFire Captains! You don't even need boating experience!! If you've got a passion for WaterFire, a drive to learn and lead, and a driver's license, you can be in the program!!! Becoming a Captain is a long and dedicated process. You won't immediately be thrown into driving on a Full Fire; there are many steps to get there. In time and with practice, you will hopefully get your chance! Please see below for all the class requirements: 1) You'll need to attend both the in-class training dates on April 1st and 2nd 2) You'll need to attend the On River training days. These dates will be on April 8th, 9th, 15th, and 16th. 3) You need a driver's license. 5) We reserve the right to remove anyone from the training at any time. We of course, want everyone to succeed but we must protect other volunteers, staff, and equipment along the way. You should take the RI Boating Safety course, Here is a link Boating Safety. If you were born after 1986 it is required. Below, you will also see the Levels to the training needed to become a Captain. Captains In Training levels Level 1 In Class Training Level 2 On River Basic Training Level 3 6 Hours One-on-One Training - Throughout the month of May Level 4 40 Hours 12 Hours - Morning Build w/ Mentor Captain Fires/ Builds - 3 builds 16 Hours - Full Fire w/ Mentor Captain Little - no driving Fires/ Builds - 4 full fires 12 Hours - Full Fire as Guest Boat Captain Fires/ Builds - 4 fires Level 5 40 Hours Per Level 20 Hours- Morning Build by self Fires/ Builds- 5 morning builds 20 Hours - Partial/ Basin Events w/ Mentor Captain - with Driving Fires/ Builds - 5 partial fires Level 6 40 Hours Per Level 20 Hours- Full Fire driving majority of time w/ Mentor Captain Fires/ Builds - 5 events 20 Hours - Driving by self for Partials Fires/ Builds - 5 events Email Volunteer@WaterFire.Org to sign up! Thank you for supporting WaterFire Providence! We appreciate you. Agency: WaterFire Providence Need Type: Volunteer Date: Runs Until Mar 25, 2026 Zip Code: 02908 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Visitor Support and Store Clerk VolunteerCurrent Openings: Wednesdays from 1 pm - 5 pm. About the Role: WaterFire is seeking an outgoing and friendly face to be the first point of contact for people entering the WaterFire Arts Center! In this role, you will answer questions from guests both in person and over the phone. You'll also be helping guests support WaterFire with every purchase from the store. This is a perfect opportunity for anyone looking to get experience in retail, or just looking to get out of the house! Bring a book or some homework for when the space isn't activated. We will train the volunteer on everything they'll need to know!! About WaterFire Providence WaterFire Providence is an independent nonprofit arts organization whose mission is to inspire Providence and its visitors by revitalizing the urban experience, fostering community engagement and creatively transforming the city by presenting WaterFire for all to enjoy. The WaterFire Arts Center presents the opportunity for WaterFire to further engage with the community by hosting events, activities, presentations and art installations throughout the year. We are seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help assist with daily operations as a front desk receptionist and retail store representative. In this position you will be the first point of contact for visitors entering the WaterFire Arts Center. Roles and Responsibilities Greeting and directing visitors to appropriate locationsCreating a positive and educational experience for visitorsAnswering the main WaterFire phone lineProviding information about the organizationAssisting customers with purchasesUsing Square register to complete all retail transactionsRestocking merchandise and maintaining store appearanceBenefits of Becoming a Visitor Support and Store Clerk Volunteer Visitor Support and Store Clerks participate in satisfying experiences working with all visitors from children, college students, and community members while they expand their understanding of local art and artists, current art exhibits, retail and so much more. WaterFire Arts Center Hours Wednesday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.Thursday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. (- 8 p.m. during art exhibit) Friday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.Sunday 10 a.m. - 5 p.mAgency: WaterFire Providence Current Openings: Wednesdays from 1 pm - 5 pm. About the Role: WaterFire is seeking an outgoing and friendly face to be the first point of contact for people entering the WaterFire Arts Center! In this role, you will answer questions from guests both in person and over the phone. You'll also be helping guests support WaterFire with every purchase from the store. This is a perfect opportunity for anyone looking to get experience in retail, or just looking to get out of the house! Bring a book or some homework for when the space isn't activated. We will train the volunteer on everything they'll need to know!! About WaterFire Providence WaterFire Providence is an independent nonprofit arts organization whose mission is to inspire Providence and its visitors by revitalizing the urban experience, fostering community engagement and creatively transforming the city by presenting WaterFire for all to enjoy. The WaterFire Arts Center presents the opportunity for WaterFire to further engage with the community by hosting events, activities, presentations and art installations throughout the year. We are seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help assist with daily operations as a front desk receptionist and retail store representative. In this position you will be the first point of contact for visitors entering the WaterFire Arts Center. Roles and Responsibilities Greeting and directing visitors to appropriate locationsCreating a positive and educational experience for visitorsAnswering the main WaterFire phone lineProviding information about the organizationAssisting customers with purchasesUsing Square register to complete all retail transactionsRestocking merchandise and maintaining store appearanceBenefits of Becoming a Visitor Support and Store Clerk Volunteer Visitor Support and Store Clerks participate in satisfying experiences working with all visitors from children, college students, and community members while they expand their understanding of local art and artists, current art exhibits, retail and so much more. WaterFire Arts Center Hours Wednesday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.Thursday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. (- 8 p.m. during art exhibit) Friday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.Sunday 10 a.m. - 5 p.mAgency: WaterFire Providence Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 02908 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Volunteer DocentVolunteer Docents As a volunteer Gallery docent you will be responsible for greeting guests in the gallery space, help answer any questions about the current exhibition and inform about the WaterFire Arts Center mission. Sign up by going to: https://share.vomevolunteer.com/yCXQIqvifSb Agency: WaterFire Providence Volunteer Docents As a volunteer Gallery docent you will be responsible for greeting guests in the gallery space, help answer any questions about the current exhibition and inform about the WaterFire Arts Center mission. Sign up by going to: https://share.vomevolunteer.com/yCXQIqvifSb Agency: WaterFire Providence Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 02908 Allow Groups: No |