Elev8 Arts volunteers
Help build a stronger creative community in Colorado Springs.
Elev8 Arts is growing because people care enough to show up and make something real. Volunteers help us run events, support classes, welcome guests, set up art experiences, and keep the mission moving. This is how community gets built. One hand at a time.
Why we need volunteers
Elev8 Arts is building more than classes and events. We are building a creative home for artists, families, kids, and older adults in Knob Hill and across Colorado Springs. Volunteers help make that possible.
Events run smoother
Art walks, open studios, community classes, outreach tables, raffles, check-in, cleanup, and guest support all work better when strong people step in and help carry the load.
More people get access
Every volunteer hour helps us stretch resources further so more youth, families, and community members can experience art without cost becoming the barrier.
The mission grows faster
Volunteers help us build momentum. They help us look more polished, serve more people, and create the kind of space this neighborhood deserves.
How volunteering benefits you
This is not just about helping us. It should benefit you too.
Be part of something real
You get to help build a nonprofit arts movement that creates actual access, not just talk.
Meet strong creative people
Volunteering connects you with artists, makers, teachers, event organizers, and people who care about building community.
Gain experience
You can build experience in events, nonprofit support, community outreach, hospitality, art programming, and leadership.
Support your local community
You help bring more creativity, more connection, and more opportunity into Colorado Springs.
Grow your confidence
Helping with live events and public-facing work sharpens communication, teamwork, and problem-solving fast.
Possible perks
Depending on the role and event, volunteers may receive discounts, event perks, special access, refreshments, or priority consideration for future opportunities.
Volunteer opportunities may include
Who should volunteer
We are looking for dependable, positive people who want to help and can treat guests, staff, artists, and the space with respect. You do not need to be an artist. You do need to show up, communicate well, and be willing to help where needed.
Great fit for
Artists, students, retirees, community supporters, families, service-minded people, and anyone who wants to help build something bigger than themselves.
What matters most
Reliability, kindness, effort, flexibility, and respect for safety rules, event leadership, and the Elev8 Arts mission.
Join the volunteer team
Fill out the volunteer form below and tell us a little about yourself, your availability, and how you would like to help. We will review your information and follow up with next steps.
Volunteer with Elev8 Arts
Good people make good spaces. If you want to help create more art, more opportunity, and more community in Colorado Springs, we would love to hear from you.