volunteer at wica

Join our vibrant volunteer community!

Volunteers are the heart of Whidbey Island Center for the Arts (WICA). Your time, energy, and passion for the arts help create transformative experiences in our community. Whether you're helping greet patrons at the door, working in the bar, or helping decorate for the holidays, every role is vital in bringing our mission to life. WICA enriches lives by creating powerful shared experiences in the arts. Volunteers help make this mission possible by supporting the artistic and cultural fabric of our community. 

Why Volunteer with WICA?

  • An elderly man with gray hair and a beard, wearing a light-colored shirt, stands against a black background, holding a book and appears to be in a thoughtful or contemplative moment.

    Make an Impact

    Help enrich the cultural life of the community.

  • A young boy dressed in black with pink bunny ears sitting on the edge of a wooden platform in a park, smiling and looking to the side.

    Build Connections

    Meet fellow art lovers and artists. Many of our volunteers have also been featured on our stage!

  • Ballet dancers performing on stage, with a male dancer holding a female dancer in a dance pose, wearing costumes and ballet slippers.

    Special Perks

    Enjoy access to our world class programming.

What our volunteers have to say

  • Close-up of a smiling elderly woman with gray hair, glasses, wearing a dark blue shirt, taking a selfie indoors.

    Gaynell W.

    "Volunteering at the very first Djangofest, and every one since! in between Djangofests, so much more to get involved in as a WICA volunteer. It's my fun place to be."

  • Smiling woman with shoulder-length gray hair wearing a black sweater and a blue patterned scarf, against a plain light-colored background.

    Laurie C.

    "I've really enjoyed being here. I love pretty much everything about it. I just like the programing. I like the atmosphere. It's just fun. And I love theater and I love music.

  • A smiling woman with short brown hair wearing glasses, a white sweater, and earrings, standing in front of a dark textured wall and a black car.

    Michele V.

    "I signed up to volunteer for WICA before I actually arrived on the island, 9 years ago. I have loved every minute of time with WICA and have since become a board member as well. I love the staff and all the volunteers that I have worked with."

  • A woman with brown hair and a black top taking a selfie in front of a brightly lit Christmas tree.

    Susan J.

    “It is so rewarding to support community art and artists. And volunteering has expanded my skills and my connection to community. Thank you WICA!”

  • A smiling woman with long white hair, wearing glasses, a red and gray top, and a beaded necklace, sitting indoors.

    Kiki L.

    “Volunteering at WICA makes me feel connected…to the arts and to my community. How great to be a part of it all.”

Frequently asked questions

  • 3-4 hours

  • We currently have more than 100 WICA events with volunteer opportunities! 

  • No, we do not pay volunteers. Instead, we offer access to our world class programming and exclusive volunteer only events. 

  • Absolutely! We welcome volunteers with varying schedules. Just let us know your availability and we will work with you to find shifts that fit your schedule. 

  • Our volunteer coordinator will go over your application and once approved, you'll receive an invite to update your volunteer profile with us. The volunteer coordinator will reach out to explain the onboarding process and answer any questions you have.