Volunteer Program
Volunteering at the Alliance Française is a great way to support the Francophone community while getting to know other Francophiles like you!
Our valuable volunteers, or bénévoles, support the mission of the Alliance Française in many ways, such as:
In the past year alone, our volunteers contributed more than 1,000 hours to the Alliance. We’re grateful for the energy, care, and enthusiasm they bring to our community!
Volunteering is a rewarding way to celebrate your love of French culture, connect with our community, and earn complimentary classes along the way!
Through our volunteer point system, every hour you contribute earns one point toward free classes.
1 general course ($395–$440) = 40 points
1 specialized course ($200) = 45 points
Renewal for 1 year membership (~$100 value) = 20 points
You’ve shared your time and talents. Now, let us say merci!
Ready to use your volunteer points toward your next French class?
To register for your class, please complete a registration form at our front desk.
Please note that there must be at least five paying students registered for a class before volunteers can enroll using points.
It’s easy! Fill out the New Volunteer Application, and obtain a volunteer sign-in sheet from the front reception. Completed sheets are filed in the Volunteer Sign-In Book.
Volunteering at the Alliance is a great opportunity to practice my French and learn more about the culture through food, films, lectures, and music. Over the years, I've advanced from beginner-level classes to proficient, and I've built wonderful friendships with the staff and my fellow volunteers. Santé!
Events range from lectures, to cinema screenings, to wine tastings, so my experience working in the hospitality industry makes me uniquely qualified to volunteer for such events. I enjoy the diverse programming at the Alliance, so it doesn't take long at all to accrue points for a free class! I feel a sense of community and fellowship as a volunteer because everyone at the Alliance Française is so welcoming and accessible.
If anyone is into making lists like "Smartest Thing I Have Done This Year," joining the Alliance Française would be at the very top of mine! I have never felt more welcomed or appreciated in any group. Plus, there is a chance to not only earn credits towards free classes, but also to meet others (in this big, anonymous city) with whom I share so many passions—for French language, culture, arts, and food!