KAC's Volunteer Program!
Looking to get involved with us?
We are always happy to take on volunteers to help us serve the local arts community! We strive to cater each volunteer's experience to their interests, abilities, comfort level, and professional goals.
Ways to get involved
There are a few different ways that you can support the KAC! Some of the areas you can help the KAC with are:
- Administrative
- E.g., resource collection, research, and website maintenance.
- Bingo (19+)
- Bingo volunteering is one of the most impactful form of volunteering one can do for the KAC. A single two hour bingo shift raises over $1,500 for the KAC!
- Communications
- E.g., social media support, newsletter editing, copywriting.
- Gallery
- E.g., exhibition setup, patch & paint, gallery receptions.
- Office
- E.g., organizing archives, tidying hosting area, decorating.
- Programs
- E.g., workshops, holiday events, pop-up events.
How it Works
Volunteering with the KAC is easy and convenient! By using our Volunteer Dashboard, volunteers can get involved in the way that works best for them. Volunteers can choose between signing up for static "Open Shifts" or use "Task Selection" to volunteer for specific tasks and events when they're available.
- Open Shifts: For volunteers with who like a consistent schedule.
- Open Shifts are static shifts during our regular office hours.
- Volunteers indicate their availability during specific times of the week and can either create a consistent schedule or volunteer when it's convenient for them.
- Tasks are assigned upon arrival.
- Task Selection: For volunteers with a more limited schedule who want to help out with specific tasks that align with their interests when they have the time.
- After onboarding, volunteers will be assigned tasks they've indicated they're interested in and are trained for.
- Volunteers will be notified when a possible task becomes available.
- Volunteers then indicate if they are interested and available to help with that task or event.
- Task Details: Each task will include information like priority, type, date & time, and notes. Clicking on the task will reveal more details and a space for comments or questions.
- After onboarding, volunteers will be assigned tasks they've indicated they're interested in and are trained for.
The Volunteer Dashboard gives volunteers more agency about when and how they choose to support the Kingston Arts Council!
Apply to volunteer with us by completing the form below! If you have any questions or require assistance with your application, contact us at pcc@artskingston.ca.
Apply to Join the KAC Board of Directors
Join the Kingston Arts Council Board of Directors
The Kingston Arts Council (KAC) Board of Directors welcomes applications on a rolling basis from passionate, community-minded individuals interested in joining the KAC Board.
These are flexible volunteer roles with two-year terms, renewable for a maximum total of six consecutive years. KAC’s Board plays an important role in supporting our mission and vision, offering oversight and strategic direction, and guiding the organization as it grows. Together, we care for KAC’s stability and ensure it continues to serve artists and arts organizations in meaningful ways.
With our 2026–2030 Strategic Plan forthcoming and core projects in development — including a major overhaul of the City of Kingston Arts Fund — this is an exciting time to join the KAC team and make a strong impact in our sector!
How to Apply
The KAC accepts applications to join the Board of Directors on a rolling basis. Our next round of assessment and recruitment will be in spring 2026. If you're interested, please submit your application using the online form, and we will contact you in the new year.
If you’re curious and want to learn more before applying, you can reach out to Joe Pagnan, Interim Chair, at board@artskingston.ca