From greeting guests with a smile, to helping Audiences connect in community, to amplifying Artists’ stories – our Volunteers do it all. Help us give Fringe Volunteers the love, support, and appreciation they deserve! BONUS: The Government of Alberta will match the funds raised through this campaign!

The Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival wouldn’t be possible without our dedicated Volunteers. Since our inception in 1982, Volunteers have been the beating heart of our organization. Each year, we welcome 1,000 Volunteers who generously give more than 19,000 hours in support of the largest, longest running Fringe Theatre Festival in North America. Fun fact: more than 180 of our Volunteers have served the Edmonton Fringe Festival for a decade or more!  

The costs to produce Edmonton Fringe are rising fast and predictable forms of funding that have historically supported our essential operations are not keeping pace. As we face the reality of doing more with less, the time, energy, and commitment of Fringe Volunteers is more vital than ever.  

Support our Volunteer Program so we may continue to offer a supportive, rewarding (and fun!) volunteer experience for our incredible community of Volunteers and extraordinary Team Leaders. 

Your donation celebrates the dedication of our Volunteer Community and helps us deliver the essentials of our Fringe Festival volunteer experience including:  

• The hard costs of training, like space and equipment;   

• The provision of practical infrastructure, like Volunteer Headquarters, ID badges, and t-shirts;   

• Snacks and meals for every Volunteer while on shift; and  

• Joyous Volunteer appreciation events, like our Volunteer Social, Team Leader BBQ, and Volunteer Wrap Party.  

There’s never been a better time to show your love for Fringe Volunteers. Together, let’s celebrate the collective contributions of the fabulous folks who make accessible and affordable Fringe experiences possible!  

Your support now is a testament to the spirit of volunteerism and a celebration of the 1,000 incredible Volunteers who not only make our Fringe Festival possible, but also make Fringe a vibrant and connected community.

Your gift is an expression of gratitude for every magic Fringe moment.

PS: Fringe Theatre is a charitable organization. Gifts of $20 or more will receive an official charitable tax receipt.