Volunteer

If you love Wolf Trap, as a member, you can volunteer to spend time behind the scenes helping deliver arts and education opportunities for hundreds of thousands of people each year.

Become a Volunteer

Wolf Trap volunteers pose with Wolfie, a cute wolf mascot in a purple shirt.

Wolf Trap Foundation Volunteers are also donating members! Volunteers work in a variety of areas and enjoy special perks. If you are interested in volunteering, please fill out the Volunteer Application.

If you’d like to usher at the Filene Center, be a nature guide, or help with patron services, the National Park Service offers a separate volunteer program.

Wolf Trap Foundation Volunteer Opportunities

Filene Center Gift Shop

Assist patrons interested in purchasing Wolf Trap merchandise during Filene Center performances, as well as renting binoculars and seat cushions for the lawn. Gift Shop and Concessions volunteers (described below) have the added perk of hearing concerts during their shifts!

Concessions

Help with food and beverage operations at our Concession stands at the Filene Center. Work with seasonal staff in a lively environment.

Hospitality

Assist the Wolf Trap Special Events team at events for members, patrons, and their guests. Serve as a greeter/guide to help visitors feel welcome at the Park before performances.

Office

Work with Wolf Trap Foundation staff on mailings, filing, and miscellaneous office tasks at the Center for Education throughout the year. These volunteer duties are essential to Wolf Trap Foundation's operations, and the Foundation staff enjoys interacting with volunteers during the day.

Promotional Events 

Lend a hand to our marketing team at various local and promotional events by engaging with guests, distributing collateral, and representing Wolf Trap enthusiastically in the community.

Apply to Become a Volunteer

Benefits

  • Complimentary tickets to select Wolf Trap shows
  • Volunteer badge
  • Parking near the Filene Center (Gift Shop and Hospitality only)
  • Custom Wolf Trap attire (varies per area)
  • One-night pass to one of Wolf Trap’s Donor Lounges
  • Behind-the-scenes access to Wolf Trap operations
  • Opportunity to represent Wolf Trap as an ambassador

Requirements

  • 18 years or older
  • Current Wolf Trap member
  • Can commit to a certain number of shifts per season (varies per area)
  • Willing to work under the supervision of Wolf Trap Foundation staff