Volunteer at the BDC
As a non-profit organization, the Bronx Documentary Center relies heavily on our dynamic team of volunteers to provide support for our exhibitions and public programs.
Support the BDC
Your tax-deductible donation will help sustain the Bronx Documentary Center as a vibrant, community-oriented gallery and educational space for documentary film and photography.
Become a Member
Photographer / Filmmaker
$250 / year
Entrance to 4 film screenings
Free BDC t-shirt
10% discount on merchandise
20% discount on darkroom rental
20% discount on photo and filmmaking workshops
Access to exclusive exhibition previews and other members-only events
*$240 is tax deductible
Family
$100 / year
Entrance for 2 adults and 2 children for 4 film screenings
10% discount on merchandise
10% discount on darkroom rental
Access to exclusive exhibition previews and other members-only events
*$90 is tax deductible
Platinum
$500 / year
Entrance to 10 film screenings
Free BDC t-shirt and hat
10% discount on merchandise
20% discount on darkroom rental
20% discount on photo and filmmaking workshops
Access to exclusive exhibition previews and other members-only events
*$480 is tax deductible
Neighbor
$25 / year
Entrance to 4 film screenings
10% discount on merchandise
10% discount on darkroom rental
Access to exclusive exhibition previews and other members-only events
*Fully tax deductible
Student / Senior
$40 / year
Entrance to 4 film screenings
10% discount on merchandise
10% discount on darkroom rental
Access to exclusive exhibition previews and other members-only events
*Fully tax deductible
Individual
$50 / year
Entrance to 4 film screenings
10% discount on merchandise
10% discount on darkroom rental
Access to exclusive exhibition previews and other members-only events
*Fully tax deductible
Corporate Support
Give back while gaining invaluable opportunities to reach new audiences, and engage with clients and employees for unparalleled partnerships, with customized access to the Bronx Documentary Center, along with promotional visibility.
Located in the heart of the South Bronx, the BDC provides corporate supporters with free admission, exclusive access, excellent hospitality opportunities, and the ability to reach our diverse visitor base through marketing partnerships.
Corporate Sponsorships are available at a range of levels and benefits packages that can be tailored to suit any corporation’s needs or objectives.
Available benefits include:
- Unlimited, free admission to exhibitions and public programs
- Exclusive access through invitation-only previews and private tours
- Recognition on gallery wall and/or on the BDC’s newsletter, website, and social media accounts
- Discount on BDC prints and merchandise
- Advance notice of upcoming exhibitions and programs
For more information please contact us at development@bronxdoc.org.
If you have any questions about volunteering, you can email our volunteer coordinator at volunteer@bronxdoc.org.
If you are interested in volunteering for the BDC, please fill out the application linked below. The Volunteer Coordinator will follow up within a few days.
New volunteers are required to attend an orientation, which is held on a quarterly basis.
Internships
The Bronx Documentary Center has Spring, Summer, and Fall internships available. We seek applicants with a passion for documentary photography and film, in addition to a strong desire for social change.
Support is needed in preparing exhibitions and screenings, researching community issues, photo editing, and a variety of administrative tasks. Some video shooting and editing may be included. We are looking for someone who can commit 16 hours minimum per week. Attendance at Saturday evening events is sometimes required. Bronx-based applicants are encouraged to apply. This is a paid internship.
Ideal candidates would have most of the following abilities:
• Writing and research skills
• Familiarity with Photoshop, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google Drive
• Comfortable doing on-the-ground outreach in our South Bronx community
• Comfortable shooting and editing photo and video
• Experience in gallery, museum or clerical settings encouraged
• Curriculum building
• Knowledge of Spanish is a plus
• Youth mentorship is a plus
HOW TO APPLY
Interested applicants may contact us at internship@bronxdoc.org with a resumé and cover letter (please send attached as PDFs).