OVI, a not-for-profit volunteer-led organization, believes that volunteering enriches the lives of volunteers, builds bridges to the community and makes it possible for opera companies to do more. We celebrate the hard work of volunteers and offer ways to help make more volunteer involvement possible by recognizing achievement and creativity, supporting volunteer projects, and advocating for continued involvement of volunteers in opera.
Read more about Opera Volunteers International’s history and purpose.
NEW! EXCLUSIVE WEBINAR FOR VOLUNTEERS
We’re thrilled to invite you to Opera Volunteers International’s (OVI’s) first-ever 3-part webinar series, thoughtfully crafted to explore the current landscape of volunteer engagement.
March 31 – Harnessing Volunteer Power: Building Resilient Organizations – 11AM CT on line – REGISTER FOR FREE
May 22 – Volunteers Reach a Wider Audience – In person at Opera Conference 2025 in Memphis
July 14 – The Volunteer Multiplier: Elevate Your Impact by Leveraging Skills with Purpose – 11AM CT on line – REGISTER FOR FREE
Check out our Webinar Series page for more information.
DEADLINE FOR PARTNERS IN EXCELLENCE AWARD EXTENDED
OVI will accept applications for Partners in Excellence award until April 1, 2025. Follow the links to find more about qualifications, both printable and on-line application forms and examples of recipients from previous years. Volunteer recognition award applications must be made by a current individual or group member of OVI.
2025 CONFERENCE – MAY 20-23 IN MEMPHIS
The OVI-OPERA America conference for 2025 will be in Memphis, Tennessee!
(Click here to see an enthusiastic welcome video)!
Hear great music, attend workshops, make new friends and have a blast!! Sign up for both OVI and OA only on the Opera America website.
You can show your support for volunteers and volunteering in opera by becoming a member of OVI. Members represent both individuals and opera support groups from across North America. Be a part of an organization of passionate opera lovers and who passionately believe in the benefits of volunteering to opera companies and to the volunteers themselves.
MAKE A DONATION
Your donation supports OVI’s Matching Grants program, helping support groups fund projects to enhance the opera experience.
