How We Help

Behind every successful symphony orchestra in the United States there is an energetic, committed and active group of volunteers. They consistently take the role of innovative leaders in supporting and promoting the orchestra.

The purpose of the Dayton Philharmonic Volunteer Association (DPVA) is to support the orchestra, to promote musical education for all ages, and to raise funds to support the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra. Enthusiastic and dedicated volunteers are the core of the DPVA. Throughout the season, we have a place for you in our talented and creative group of music lovers. Your time, talent and financial support are welcome in all our areas of service.

Here are the different ways you can participate as a volunteer:

• Docent (share the music with eager students with a prepared script and materials)
• Show House Volunteer
• Usher
• Coordinating educational programs
• Writing scripts for educational programs
• Publishing or writing for the "Footnotes" newsletter
• Accounting/treasurer responsibilities
• Event planning and fundraising
• Coordinating or staffing a boutique or café at the Show House
• Scholarship Competition room monitor (coordinator between students and judges)
• Scheduling volunteers with dates of needed services
• Publicity and Promotion (work with the media to best promote our projects and achievements)
• Membership (develop and plan events for our membership, recruit and assimilate new members, prepare and maintain membership lists and mailings)
• Website Management
• Administrative (leadership, financial, secretarial and coordinator roles)