Volunteering
Every year over 1800 Fair fans volunteer their time before and during the Fair's 11-day run. We couldn't do it without them. There are four groups of volunteers.
Little Hands on the Farm Volunteers
Little Hands on the Farm is a fully interactive ag-experience for kids. Volunteers staff each station where kids do various farm chores, sell their produce at the market and then use their money to buy an item at the Little Hands Grocery Store.
All Little Hands volunteer spots are filled for this year. If you are interested in volunteering in 2012, or know of a group who would be interested in volunteering, please contact Emily Brewer at 515/262-3111 ext. 244 or ebrewer@iowastatefair.org.
Information Volunteers
This dedicated group staffs information booths and diaper-changing/nursing stations. Download the 2011 Information Volunteer application. For further details on becoming an information volunteer, contact Cindy Lundeen at clundeen@iowastatefair.org or 515/262-3111 x232.
Blue Ribbon Foundation Volunteers
These volunteers sell bottled water and Iowa State Fair merchandise at stands throughout the grounds. All proceeds of the Blue Ribbon Foundation go toward Fairgrounds renovations. Visit their website for more information.
Iowa State Fair Parade Volunteers
Be part of the crew that helps put on the state's largest parade and kick-off for the Iowa State Fair! Volunteers are needed to help facilitate many areas, including staging, barricades and dispersion. Download the information packet and sign-up form for more details.
