Volunteer & Internship Opportunities
“Volunteering at Daybreak Arts lets me see artists grow and know I’m part of their journey.”
— Daybreak Arts Volunteer
Become a Daybreak Arts Volunteer
Our volunteers help us keep our programs running and allow us to make a big impact with a small staff. Whether you’re welcoming guests at exhibitions, assisting in the studio, or cataloging artwork, your presence helps create a space of belonging, encouragement, and connection for our artists.
Volunteers help artists trust their talent again, celebrate milestones, and feel the joy of being seen and supported. At Daybreak Arts, you become a part of an artist’s story, showing them that someone believes in their gifts, their dreams, and the bright future they are creating.
Daybreak offers several types of virtual and in-person opportunities to get involved. To get started, please complete the Volunteer Application below, and our Volunteer Coordinator, Lauren, will follow-up with you to discuss next steps. Email volunteer@daybreakarts.org with any questions.
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
Arcade Arts Art Between the Avenues
Help us host Open Gallery Hours Thursday-Sunday from 1-6pm throughout July and August
Support exhibition curation
Assist with art installation & deinstallation
Email volunteer@daybreakarts.org to express interest.
Volunteer Positions
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Art Education volunteers play a vital role in supporting our artists’ growth. They might serve on our Art Education Committee, lead group workshops, or work one-on-one with artists in the studio, helping them develop skills, confidence, and creative expression.
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Event Sales Team volunteers are critical in providing our artists an opportunity to gain exposure, connections, and sales by transporting, setting up, and selling our artists work at festival and market vendor booths around town.
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Our Artwork Sales Team supports our organization’s efforts to document, organize, and maintain accurate records of artworks in our collection. This work ensures that all items are properly catalogued, cared for, and accessible for exhibitions, research, and archival purposes.
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Daybreak Arts is seeking enthusiastic and creative volunteers to support our brand new youth art program, Gigi’s Creative Corner. Volunteers will assist Daybreak Artists teaching youth during workshops and helping lead creative activities.
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Creative Support Team volunteers are the heart of the Next Horizon Academy, providing encouragement, guidance, and hands-on assistance to artists as they progress through the program and prepare for their solo show exhibitions.
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Social Media volunteers help amplify the voices and work of our artists. By creating compelling posts, graphics, and stories for our online platforms, they raise awareness of our mission and help increase artwork sales and revenue, using both existing and new content.
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Studio & Office volunteers help with hands-on and virtual administrative tasks. This volunteer position is ongoing with work scheduled as needed.
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Daybreak Arts Interns gain exposure to the day-to-day operations of a social enterprise non-profit, as well as make connections with Nashville homeless and arts organizations.
Other Ways to Get Involved
Purchase Daybreak artwork for yourself or a loved one
Follow us on Social Media @daybreakarts
Attend an art show or event around town
Subscribe to our email newsletter
Become a Board Member
Serve on a standing committee (i.e. Finance, Marketing, Development, Programs/Eval, Grants)