Get Involved

We want you! Now is the time for all good Fools to come to the aid of the [street] party. There are lots of ways to participate. Check ’em out.

Help make art

At the FestiFools studio: We have opportunities for individuals and groups to come to our studio and help fabricate the actual puppets that will march around downtown Ann Arbor on the day of the event. Learn more about making art.
On your own: Wanna build a piece in your own studio/garage and bring it to the April 11 event? We’re cool with that! But please hip yourself to the puppet specs.

Donate: We’ve always relied on the kindness of Fools like you. Our donation page tells you everything you need to know to open your wallet.
Become a sponsor: This is a great way for you or your organization to get involved. Our sponsorship opportunities page lays out all the info.
View our current sponsors: FestiFools’ current sponsors (schools, businesses, non-profits, rhythm ensembles, etc.) lend much needed support (monetary, in-kind, and moral). We appreciate them greatly, and you should too.

Volunteer at the FestiFools studio: Want to unleash your inner Dr. Frankenstein? No artistic skill is necessary, just a willingness to work hard, get messy, and have a good time. Email us at startproject@umich.edu for more information.
Volunteer at the event: We need lots of volunteers for puppet wrangling, crowd control, merry-making, and packing it all in at the end of the festivities. Learn how to volunteer.
Come to the event: It’ll be awesome. Your energy will help make it even awesome-er! Learn when, where, and why to attend the FestiFools event.

Wanna help in some other way that we were too foolish to think of? Drop us an email.