Volunteer
Interested in volunteering your time, services or expertise to Moving in the Spirit?
Leap on in, we've got a lot to do!
Upcoming Opportunities
'Press Play' Dance Performance || May 7, 2026
We’re seeking energetic volunteers to support our end-of-year performance!
Roles
Greeters: Welcome guests, provide basic info (e.g., restrooms), and assist with lobby flow and activities.
Ticketing: Distribute complimentary tickets to VIPs.
Ushers: Hand out programs, guide seating, and assist with late arrivals.
Backstage Classroom Support: Help Teaching Artists manage students, set up/clean up craft table, and assist with costumes, makeup, and hair.
Set Up and Break Down: Assist our Program Team with gathering, organizing and moving needed supplies (such as costumes, props, and snacks) to and from the vans used to pick up and drop off items between The Rialto and Moving in the Spirit.
Dates/Times
May 4th at 5PM-8PM (Optional, located at Moving in the Spirit)
May 5th at 5PM-8PM (Optional, located at Moving in the Spirit)
May 6th 5PM-8PM (required for backstage volunteers, located at the Rialto)
May 7th 5PM-9PM (required for ALL volunteers, located at the Rialto)
Note: Volunteers interested in assisting with backstage classroom support must commit to attending our tech rehearsal on May 6th and the performance on May 7th. Attending the dress rehearsal on May 4th-5th at Moving in the Spirit is optional but helpful!
If you have any questions, please reach out to our volunteer coordinator, Azaria G., via email at volunteers@movinginthespirit.org.
Holiday Store || December 2026
At Moving in the Spirit's annual Holiday Store, students purchase holiday gifts for their loved ones using merit points they have earned throughout the program year. Every year, volunteers help bring this magical event to life by setting up the store, helping dancers shop, wrapping gifts, and more!
It's never too early to get involved. If you or your organization would like to host a toy drive, register a volunteer group, or make a donation to the Store, contact volunteers@movinginthespirit.org
Ongoing Opportunities
Board of Directors
Moving in the Spirit's Board of Directors provides governance and oversight of our programs, operations, finances, and community impact. We are seeking board members with a commitment to promoting diversity and investing in young people. Together, board members possess a range of skills related to organizational and program development, youth development, fundraising, marketing and communications, legal expertise, and financial advising. To learn more, contact Executive Director, Lita Ugarte Pardi, at lita@movinginthespirit.org.
Committee Members
Our talented, hard-working volunteer committee members support Moving in the Spirit's staff, board of directors, and programs on an ongoing basis. Members provide advice and expertise, while also diving in to help implement plans that impact our organization and young people. Committees seeking new members include Programming, Development, Marketing, and Finance.
To get involved, complete our volunteer inquiry form or email volunteers@movinginthespirit.org.