For the community, by the community.
WaterFire Providence began by transforming the three rivers in downtown Providence with over 80 bonfires, many local artists and food vendors, and thousands of visitors. Thanks to the commitment of countless volunteers, WaterFire Providence has been able to grow and strengthen over the years. Recently, WaterFire has committed to transforming place and building community at the WaterFire Arts Center in the underserved Olneyville/Valley neighborhoods.
WaterFire Providence volunteers are an integral part of all events, performances, and exhibitions we host. They are at the heart of WaterFire’s work. Volunteers build, perform, inspire, engage, and enjoy! Because of volunteers, downtown Providence and the Olneyville/Valley neighborhoods are able to transform completely. We bring art to the community, built by the community. We create world-class art experiences throughout the year, and we want your help. Whatever your skillset, we have an opportunity for you!
WaterFire volunteers come from all walks of life, and we appreciate the diversity, talents, skills, and creativity that are represented. Over the last 25+ years, a close-knit network of volunteers has been established. We are delighted at the community that they have become and hope to continue growing the WaterFire Providence volunteer family.
Begin your volunteer experience with WaterFire Providence by signing up now on our Volunteer HQ.
In between volunteer opportunities, we like to stay connected and show our appreciation for volunteers through fun social events, parties, outings and so much more throughout the year.
We welcome you to join us and discover just how much excitement and fun there is in volunteering! Whether you choose to be more of a ‘behind the scenes’ volunteer, meet and greet visitors, or just want to give back to the community, we would love for you to join the team.
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The Latest Volunteer News
🔥UPCOMING EVENTS🔥
There are lots of amazing events coming up in June and July, but these are just a few! Don`t miss out on these opportunities to get involved!
🌅STARTS AT SUNSET: Join us on June 20th for the return of our #StartsAtSunset event on the Michael S. Van Leesten Memorial Pedestrian Bridge sponsored by the Providence Tourism Council (@providencetourism), in coordination with 195 District Park (@195districtpark) and the City of Providence.
🔎VOLUNTEER SCAVENGER HUNT: Barnaby has gone missing! On June 22nd Volunteer teams will solve puzzles, look for clues, and explore Downtown Providence to find Barnaby. Don`t worry, there`s also a mighty reward for his safe return!
🎆 FORTH OF JULY FULL LIGHTING: Don`t miss this one-of-a-kind @waterfireprov experience on the 4th of July! This is sure to be a special lighting, with a special performance! Join us for the Build, Greeter Stations, Star Field and more volunteer opportunities! Use the link below to sign up!
https://volunteer.waterfire.org/need/index?s=1&need_init_id=10911
🔥Thank you to all our volunteers and stay tuned for updates on all future lightings and events!🔥
![🔥UPCOMING EVENTS🔥
There are lots of amazing events coming up in June and July, but these are just a few! Don't miss out on these opportunities to get involved!
🌅STARTS AT SUNSET: Join us on June 20th for the return of our #StartsAtSunset event on the Michael S. Van Leesten Memorial Pedestrian Bridge sponsored by the Providence Tourism Council (@providencetourism), in coordination with 195 District Park (@195districtpark) and the City of Providence.
🔎VOLUNTEER SCAVENGER HUNT: Barnaby has gone missing! On June 22nd Volunteer teams will solve puzzles, look for clues, and explore Downtown Providence to find Barnaby. Don't worry, there's also a mighty reward for his safe return!
🎆 FORTH OF JULY FULL LIGHTING: Don't miss this one-of-a-kind @waterfireprov experience on the 4th of July! This is sure to be a special lighting, with a special performance! Join us for the Build, Greeter Stations, Star Field and more volunteer opportunities! Use the link below to sign up!
https://volunteer.waterfire.org/need/index?s=1&need_init_id=10911
🔥Thank you to all our volunteers and stay tuned for updates on all future lightings and events!🔥](https://waterfire.org/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)
🔥UPCOMING EVENTS🔥
There are lots of amazing events coming up in June and July, but these are just a few! Don`t miss out on these opportunities to get involved!
🌅STARTS AT SUNSET: Join us on June 20th for the return of our #StartsAtSunset event on the Michael S. Van Leesten Memorial Pedestrian Bridge sponsored by the Providence Tourism Council (@providencetourism), in coordination with 195 District Park (@195districtpark) and the City of Providence.
🔎VOLUNTEER SCAVENGER HUNT: Barnaby has gone missing! On June 22nd Volunteer teams will solve puzzles, look for clues, and explore Downtown Providence to find Barnaby. Don`t worry, there`s also a mighty reward for his safe return!
🎆 FORTH OF JULY FULL LIGHTING: Don`t miss this one-of-a-kind @waterfireprov experience on the 4th of July! This is sure to be a special lighting, with a special performance! Join us for the Build, Greeter Stations, Star Field and more volunteer opportunities! Use the link below to sign up!
https://volunteer.waterfire.org/need/index?s=1&need_init_id=10911
🔥Thank you to all our volunteers and stay tuned for updates on all future lightings and events!🔥
We hope you’ve been enjoying a look of WaterFire Volunteers through the first few years of the 2000s! Join us in 2024 to be part of the next 30 years!
![We hope you’ve been enjoying a look of WaterFire Volunteers through the first few years of the 2000s! Join us in 2024 to be part of the next 30 years!](https://waterfire.org/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)
We hope you’ve been enjoying a look of WaterFire Volunteers through the first few years of the 2000s! Join us in 2024 to be part of the next 30 years!
🥇APRIL VOLUNTEER SOCIAL 🥇
Are you ready to compete in the 2024 Volunteer Olympics? "Volympians" will be split up into teams and compete for the gold in "minute to win it" style competitions. Teams will play different types of games that may include different skills like agility, creativity, trivia knowledge, puzzle solving, etc. 🧩🤔🤾
The winning team at the end of the competition will win fame, glory, bragging rights, and go down in Volympics History! Are you ready?
RSVP under “events” on Volunteer HQ! This competition will be taking place on April 17th at the WaterFire Arts Center starting at 6pm! All are welcome to join!
![🥇APRIL VOLUNTEER SOCIAL 🥇
Are you ready to compete in the 2024 Volunteer Olympics? "Volympians" will be split up into teams and compete for the gold in "minute to win it" style competitions. Teams will play different types of games that may include different skills like agility, creativity, trivia knowledge, puzzle solving, etc. 🧩🤔🤾
The winning team at the end of the competition will win fame, glory, bragging rights, and go down in Volympics History! Are you ready?
RSVP under “events” on Volunteer HQ! This competition will be taking place on April 17th at the WaterFire Arts Center starting at 6pm! All are welcome to join!](https://waterfire.org/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)
🥇APRIL VOLUNTEER SOCIAL 🥇
Are you ready to compete in the 2024 Volunteer Olympics? "Volympians" will be split up into teams and compete for the gold in "minute to win it" style competitions. Teams will play different types of games that may include different skills like agility, creativity, trivia knowledge, puzzle solving, etc. 🧩🤔🤾
The winning team at the end of the competition will win fame, glory, bragging rights, and go down in Volympics History! Are you ready?
RSVP under “events” on Volunteer HQ! This competition will be taking place on April 17th at the WaterFire Arts Center starting at 6pm! All are welcome to join!
❤️🔥Missing lighting season?❤️🔥
So are we!! We are just 43 days away from announcing the 2024 lighting season! We cannot wait to see you all downtown very soon! 🔥
Want to know when we are dropping the lighting dates? Sign up for our newsletters on Volunteer HQ to stay up to date with everything WaterFire! Link is in our BIO! 👀
#providence #waterfire #volunteer #nonprofit #sparkyourappetite #strikethematch #pvd #photography #rhodeisland #river #fire #community
![❤️🔥Missing lighting season?❤️🔥
So are we!! We are just 43 days away from announcing the 2024 lighting season! We cannot wait to see you all downtown very soon! 🔥
Want to know when we are dropping the lighting dates? Sign up for our newsletters on Volunteer HQ to stay up to date with everything WaterFire! Link is in our BIO! 👀
#providence #waterfire #volunteer #nonprofit #sparkyourappetite #strikethematch #pvd #photography #rhodeisland #river #fire #community](https://waterfire.org/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)
❤️🔥Missing lighting season?❤️🔥
So are we!! We are just 43 days away from announcing the 2024 lighting season! We cannot wait to see you all downtown very soon! 🔥
Want to know when we are dropping the lighting dates? Sign up for our newsletters on Volunteer HQ to stay up to date with everything WaterFire! Link is in our BIO! 👀
#providence #waterfire #volunteer #nonprofit #sparkyourappetite #strikethematch #pvd #photography #rhodeisland #river #fire #community