Volunteer At Danada House
The Friends of Danada are always looking for volunteers who are willing to donate their time, talents, and resources. Consider completing our Volunteer Application, reading OUR Volunteer Handbook, and joining us!
Friends of Danada Mission:
- To engage the community in events and activities related to Danada House and Danada Farm.
- To educate the community about the history of the Rice Family, their philanthropic efforts, their passion for horses and farming that took place on their land in Wheaton.
- To recruit, train, and engage volunteers who are willing to donate their time, talents, and resources to support the Friends of Danada organization and their goals.
We currently have 3 volunteer opportunities available:
You can select one or both on the form.
Why Your Help Matters
Friends of Danada works in partnership with the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County to care for this place and share its story. Volunteers help:
- Keep public programs running smoothly
- Support staff at the Danada Equestrian Center
- Care for gardens and outdoor spaces around Danada House and the Model Farm
- Preserve photos, documents, and objects that tell the Dan and Ada Rice story
Every hour you give helps visitors experience Danada as a real, working site rather than just a photograph in a book.
Ways To Volunteer
At Danada Farm And The History Committee
History volunteers help keep the Danada story alive. Opportunities can include:
- Assisting with tours and open house events at Danada House, the Model Farm, and displays
- Helping set up and host programs, lectures, and the Danada Fall Festival history area
- Working with photos, documents, and artifacts in the History Committee collection
- Light research to support exhibits, website content, and educational materials
- Garden and grounds projects around historic areas, as needed
If you enjoy organizing, listening to stories, working with old photos, or helping visitors feel comfortable, this side of the work is a good fit. Please send you application to director@danadahouse.org
