Volunteer

Our volunteers make amazing things happen for RISD students, teachers, and staff. Want to help out and make a difference? Check out the ways you can get involved!

Current Volunteer Opportunities

  • Fifth Grade Field Trips at the Berkner HS STEM Center

    Multiple Days, February & March 2026

    Help lead fun STEM stations for RISD fifth graders. A background check is required to participate.

    Register Now

  • Center Stage 2026 Event Volunteer Opportunity

    Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026

    Support Center Stage, our largest fundraiser of the year, by helping with setup, VIP check-in, and guest support.

    Register Now

Other Ways to Volunteer

Volunteer at an Event

We host events throughout the year, and volunteers help with everything from setup and greeting guests to running booths and activities—making each one a success!

Review Grant Applications

Help bring big ideas to life by reviewing and scoring educator grant applications throughout the year.

Select Scholarship Recipients

Help shape futures by reviewing student scholarship applications each spring.

Share Your Skills

Have specific skills or want to volunteer as a group? Whether you’re great at graphic design, event planning, or something else, let us know how you’d like to get involved!

Join the Board

Help lead the Foundation by providing strategic guidance, financial oversight, and community connections that support growth and impact across RISD.