Contacts:
510.465.8770 voice
510.465.0772 fax

Volunteers help us fulfill our mission by giving of their time, talent and attention where it is most needed. MOCHA's Volunteer Program provides a unique opportunity for individuals, community groups and corporations to contribute to the arts, youth development and education.

VOLUNTEER ORIENTATIONS

Email or call to arrange for the one-on-one orientation with one of our staff members.

to become a volunteer

• Download and complete the volunteer application [52K REQUIRES ADOBE ACROBAT READER]
  
  
• Contact the Registrar to arrange for a volunteer orientation.
  
  
• Attend an orientation. At that time, you will learn about MOCHA and determine which program area and position best fits your interests and talents.
  
  
• After the orientation and receipt of your application, you will be given an opportunity to observe the program and position you are interested in, and receive any training necessary for you to be successful as a member of the program team.

immediate needs
We especially need volunteers to help us with:

• NEW!
  Summer Art Camp
  Art Apprentice Program
  [JOB DESCRIPTION]

• RUN THE HUB! IT'S FUN!
  Weekend Greeters
  [JOB DESCRIPTION]

• FOR EMERGING ART EDUCATORS
  Drop-In Art Programs
  [JOB DESCRIPTION]

• SUMMER SCHEDULE IN EFFECT
  Field Trips
  [JOB DESCRIPTION]

MOCHA volunteers are rewarded by the experience of working in a fun, creative and lively environment. Volunteers receive training and professional development. In addition Volunteers also receive letters of recommendation on request. Many volunteers have used their MOCHA experience to launch successful careers in the arts. Academic credit may be available by arrangement with your school or university.

• exhibition program
  and gallery preparation
• children's programs
• community events
• public relations
• fundraising
• administration
• and other areas

• drop-in art studios
  daily drop-in art for all ages
• weekend workshops and classes
  ongoing classes with a special focus
• art camps
  when school is out, mocha is in!
• field trips
  mocha is a favorite destination for schools throughout the bay area
• art parties
  have your cake and paint it too
• art gallery and exhibitions
  mocha is one of the few children's museums that only shows the work of children

...and at mocha remote!

• in-school residencies
  and after-school programs
  bringing the arts to children in public schools
• community events
  bringing art to the streets at fairs,
  parades and other events

special projects
You can make a long or short term commitment, depending on the nature of the project.