Opportunities From: The National Multiple Sclerosis Society

Unloading trucks and distributing supplies, setting up tents, tables, and chairs,  hanging banners and signage, decorating tents and tables (heavy lifting required ≤50lbs)

The Volunteer Lead creates a working infrastructure throughout the event.  Key Responsibilities include:

• Collaborate with Staff and logistics company (where available) to gain full understanding of volunteer needs

• Run event volunteer check-in and direct volunteers to areas in need

• Manage large groups of volunteers in multiple locations

• Serve as liaison between Staff and volunteers on event weekend

Helping staff with various tasks throughout the event, setting up/tearing down event site, communicating with other volunteers, emptying trash and recycles bins and generally keeping area clean and safe filling in for others on an "as needs" basis (lifting may be required). Might also need to service (trash and/or replenish water) in TFA if they do not have their own floaters.

First Aid Volunteers are CPR/First Aid certified individuals and do not have to be licensed medical professionals (EMT, EMS, RN, etc.) but they can be, when available. They administer First-Aid to event participants.  The support locations can include start/finish, and along the route.

Shuttle participants along the route. *Completed Safety Training, Motor Vehicle Record and background checks required for all drivers and navigators.

Marking event route with signage to indicate the direction participants should follow. Often this task is completed in collaboration with a staff, committee member, or another volunteer utilizing a vehicle or golf cart.

Welcoming participants, looking-up participant name, confirming information, answering questions,  and taking fundraising donations.  (Background check required for volunteers handling donations). Distributing t-shirts.

Setting up/taking down the food and beverage area, set out water and other beverages, serve coffee where applicable (if not self-serve) lay out snacks. Keep area clean.

Setting up/breaking down area with appropriate supplies, managing the area during the event which may include passing out bandanas, Society print materials, speaking to constituents about MS Society.  Taking inventory post event of diagnosis date stickers and I walk with MS bandanas. Usually staffed with at least one Staff member.

Setting up/taking down Complete the Circle interactive graphic, set up and manage circle stickers and offer instruction to participants on how to fill out and apply circle stickers to graphic.  Take inventory post event of Circle of Support Stickers

Setting up/taking down Circles of Support tent, set up and manage circle fans and offer instruction to participants on what they represent and how to use during the Program.  Take inventory post event of circle fans.

Roam the site with baskets of Circle of Support circle fans, passing out to all participants and explaining what they are and how to use during the Program.  Best recruits for this role are outgoing and love talking with participants.

Welcoming participants and directing them to the appropriate areas at the event site, answering questions as needed, ensuring registration lines are moving quickly and that participants have all necessary materials completed before they get to the front of the line

Setting up/taking down hydration area. Welcoming and encouraging/congratulating participants, serving beverages,  icing down beverages and replenishing supplies as needed, keeping hydration area clean.

Using personal photography equipment (can be a cell phone), capture event including team photos, start & finish line photos, sponsors,  route photos, & festival area photos. Volunteer Photographers are expected to share full rights to digital media with the MS Society in-kind within 2 weeks of the event taking place.  Does not need to be a professional photographer. Shot lists will be shared.

Standing at the finish line to cheer on participants, using noise makers, handing out medals/mementos, often these volunteers are asked to bring encouraging signs(either pre-prepared or from home)  or cheering swag (available at volunteer tent)

Unmarking and cleaning up route of signage after event concludes.  Often this task is completed utilizing a vehicle, a golf cart or a wagon while walking the route. 

Cleaning up the event site, taking down decorations, signage and banners, breaking down tents, tables, and chairs, organizing and loading supplies on trucks (heavy lifting required ≤50lbs)

Welcoming participants, looking-up participant name, confirming information, answering questions,  and taking fundraising donations.  (Background check required for volunteers handling donations)

Distributing t-shirts to participants.

Setting up/breaking down area with appropriate supplies, managing the area during the event which may include passing out bandanas, Society print materials, speaking to constituents about MS Society.  Taking inventory post event of diagnosis date stickers and I walk with MS bandanas. Usually staffed with at least one Staff member.

Setting up/taking down Complete the Circle interactive graphic, set up and manage circle stickers and offer instruction to participants on how to fill out and apply circle stickers to graphic.  Take inventory post event of Circle of Support Stickers

Setting up/taking down Circles of Support tent, set up and manage circle fans and offer instruction to participants on what they represent and how to use during the Program.  Take inventory post event of circle fans.

Roam the site with baskets of Circle of Support circle fans, passing out to all participants and explaining what they are and how to use during the Program.  Best recruits for this role are outgoing and love talking with participants.

 Volunteers will provide excellent customer service and registration services for Top Fundraisers. This includes:

Welcomes Top Fundraisers into the TFA Area.  Provides information and able to answer general questions.

Stationed at the step-and-repeat display to assist TF participants take photos.  Can use their personal photography equipment, cell phone or participants cell phone. If more than one in TFA area, can take candid photos around the area. 

Team: Setting up/taking down the food and beverage area. Provide an elevated food and beverage experience to TFs,  set out water and other beverages, serve coffee ( if not self-serve) lay out snacks. Keep area clean.

Welcoming participants and directing them to the appropriate areas at the event site, answering questions as needed, ensuring registration lines are moving quickly and that participants have all necessary materials completed before they get to the front of the line

Using personal photography equipment (can be a cell phone), capture event including team photos, start & finish line photos, sponsors,  route photos, & festival area photos. Volunteer Photographers are expected to share full rights to digital media with the MS Society in-kind within 2 weeks of the event taking place.  Does not need to be a professional photographer. Shot lists will be shared.

Setting up/taking down hydration area. Welcoming and encouraging/congratulating participants, serving beverages,  icing down beverages and replenishing supplies as needed, keeping hydration area clean.

Standing at the finish line to cheer on participants, using noise makers, handing out medals/mementos, often these volunteers are asked to bring encouraging signs(either pre-prepared or from home)  or cheering swag (available at volunteer tent)

Unloading and distributing supplies, setting up tents, tables, and chairs,  hanging banners and signage, decorating tents and tables (heavy lifting required ≤50lbs)

Checking participants in/out, assigning housing/sleeping quarters to participants, providing great customer service.

Setting up/tearing down packet pick up event area, organizing supplies, passing out participant packets, t-shirts, goodie bags, and other information, providing excellent customer service, assisting Society staff as needed. 

Sit at a table outside the cafeteria making sure that participants have their wristband to eat breakfast. There are two shifts so that volunteers will have time to eat breakfast as well.

In partnership with a staff member or lead volunteer, checking in volunteers, ensuring paperwork is turned in and volunteers receive a t-shirt and instructions for their volunteer shift. 

Helping staff with various tasks throughout the event, setting up/ tearing down event site, communicating with other volunteers, filling in for others on an "as needed" basis (lifting may be required)

Amateur radio operators are assigned to several different groups or stationed at different locations along the route. This is a one- or two-day commitment, depending on your location. Should you have a preferred location, please enter it in the comments section during registration 

Using personal photography equipment, capture event including team photos, start line photos, & pre-determined areas via an approved shot list. Volunteer Photographers are expected to share full rights to digital media with the National MS Society in-kind within 1 week of the event by uploading via instructions. 

Shuttle participants along the route. The following is required to serve as a SAG Driver:

**Please indicate in comment section of registration if HAM Radio operator or First/Aid/EMT certified.

Setting up/taking down the site (may include tents, tables, chairs and additional support uploading the supply truck), running hydration (may include mixing sports beverages where applicable) area and serving food to participants (single serve where possible); encouraged to bring decorations and signs to cheer on riders as they enter your stop

**Rest Stop location and timing is subject to change**

Using personal photography equipment, capture event including route photos & pre-determined areas via an approved shot list. Volunteer Photographers are expected to share full rights to digital media with the National MS Society in-kind within 1 week of the event by uploading via instructions. 

Setting up/taking down the site (may include tents, tables, chairs and additional support uploading the supply truck), running hydration (may include mixing sports beverages where applicable) area and serving food to participants (single serve where possible); encouraged to bring decorations and signs to cheer on riders as they enter your stop

**Rest Stop location and timing is subject to change**

Setting up/taking down the site (may include tents, tables, chairs and additional support uploading the supply truck), running hydration (may include mixing sports beverages where applicable) area and serving food to participants (single serve where possible); encouraged to bring decorations and signs to cheer on riders as they enter your stop

**Rest Stop location and timing is subject to change**

First Aid Volunteers consists of certified medical professionals (EMT, EMS, RN, etc) who administer First-Aid to event participants.  The support locations include rest stops, lunch, overnight, finish, and along the route.*This volunteer position is not a bike-riding position.

Standing at the finish line to cheer on participants, using noise makers, handing out medals/mementos, often these volunteers are asked to bring encouraging signs or cheering swag from home to the event.

Using personal photography equipment, capture event including finish line & pre-determined areas via an approved shot list. Volunteer Photographers are expected to share full rights to digital media with the National MS Society in-kind within 1 week of the event by uploading via instructions. 

Dinner Greeter

Setting up/taking down the site (may include tents, tables, chairs and additional support uploading the supply truck), running hydration (may include mixing sports beverages where applicable) area and serving food to participants (single serve where possible); encouraged to bring decorations and signs to cheer on riders as they enter your stop

**Rest Stop locations and timings are subject to change**

Setting up/taking down the site (may include tents, tables, chairs and additional support uploading the supply truck), running hydration (may include mixing sports beverages where applicable) area and serving food to participants (single serve where possible); encouraged to bring decorations and signs to cheer on riders as they enter your stop

**Rest Stop location and timing is subject to change**

Setting up/taking down the site (may include tents, tables, chairs and additional support uploading the supply truck), running hydration (may include mixing sports beverages where applicable) area and serving food to participants (single serve where possible); encouraged to bring decorations and signs to cheer on riders as they enter your stop

**Rest Stop location and timing is subject to change**

Setting up and organizing food service area, handing out food to participants, cleaning up area and putting away supplies. 

Unloading trucks and distributing supplies, setting up tents, tables, and chairs,  hanging banners and signage, decorating tents and tables (heavy lifting required ≤50lbs)

Marking event route with signage to indicate the direction participants should follow. Often this task is completed in collaboration with a staff, committee member, or another volunteer utilizing a vehicle or golf cart.

The Volunteer Lead creates a working infrastructure throughout the event.  Key Responsibilities include:

• Collaborate with Staff and logistics company (where available) to gain full understanding of volunteer needs

• Run event volunteer check-in and direct volunteers to areas in need

• Manage large groups of volunteers in multiple locations

• Serve as liaison between Staff and volunteers on event weekend

Unloading trucks and distributing supplies, setting up tents, tables, and chairs,  hanging banners and signage, decorating tents and tables (heavy lifting required ≤50lbs)

First Aid Volunteers are CPR/First Aid certified individuals and do not have to be licensed medical professionals (EMT, EMS, RN, etc.) but they can be, when available. They administer First-Aid to event participants.  The support locations can include start/finish, and along the route.

Shuttle participants along the route. Completed Safety Training, motor vehicle and background checks required for all drivers and navigators.

Welcoming participants, looking-up participant name, confirming information, answering questions,  and taking fundraising donations.  (Background check required for volunteers handling donations). Distribute t-shirts.

Setting up/taking down the food and beverage area, set out water and other beverages, serve coffee where applicable (if not self-serve) lay out snacks. Keep area clean.

Setting up/breaking down area with appropriate supplies, managing the area during the event which may include passing out bandanas, Society print materials, speaking to constituents about MS Society.  Taking inventory post event of diagnosis date stickers and I walk with MS bandanas. Usually staffed with at least one Staff member.

Setting up/taking down Complete the Circle interactive graphic, set up and manage circle stickers and offer instruction to participants on how to fill out and apply circle stickers to graphic.  Take inventory post event of Circle of Support Stickers

Setting up/taking down Circles of Support tent, set up and manage circle fans and offer instruction to participants on what they represent and how to use during the Program.  Take inventory post event of circle fans.

Roam the site with baskets of Circle of Support circle fans, passing out to all participants and explaining what they are and how to use during the Program.  Best recruits for this role are outgoing and love talking with participants.

Welcoming participants and directing them to the appropriate areas at the event site, answering questions as needed, ensuring registration lines are moving quickly and that participants have all necessary materials completed before they get to the front of the line

Using personal photography equipment (can be a cell phone), capture event including team photos, start & finish line photos, sponsors,  route photos, & festival area photos. Volunteer Photographers are expected to share full rights to digital media with the MS Society in-kind within 2 weeks of the event taking place.  Does not need to be a professional photographer. Shot lists will be shared.

Two volunteers each will be sent to our two Hydration Stations along the route. Setting up/taking down hydration area. Welcoming and encouraging/congratulating participants, serving beverages,  icing down beverages and replenishing supplies as needed, keeping hydration area clean.

Standing at the finish line to cheer on participants, using noise makers, handing out medals/mementos, often these volunteers are asked to bring encouraging signs(either pre-prepared or from home)  or cheering swag (available at volunteer tent)

Unmarking and cleaning up route of signage after event concludes.  Often this task is completed utilizing a vehicle, a golf cart or a wagon while walking the route. 

Cleaning up the event site, taking down decorations, signage and banners, breaking down tents, tables, and chairs, organizing and loading supplies on trucks (heavy lifting required ≤50lbs)

Setting up support and gear for on-route support the day before the ride.

Managing volunteer check in table. Checking in volunteers, ensuring paperwork is turned in and volunteers receive a t-shirt and instructions for their volunteer shift.

Sit at a table outside the cafeteria making sure that participants have their wristband to eat breakfast.

Setting up/tearing down packet pick up event area, organizing supplies, passing out participant packets, t-shirts, goodie bags, and other information, providing excellent customer service, assisting Society staff as needed.

Using personal photography equipment, capture event including starting line teams photos & pre-determined areas via an approved shot list.

Volunteer Photographers are expected to share full rights to digital media with the National MS Society in-kind within 1 week of the event by uploading via instructions.

First Aid Volunteers consists of certified medical professionals (EMT, EMS, RN, etc) or basic CPR/First Aid Certified who administer First-Aid to event participants. This specific role is on-route throughout the event. 

These volunteers are part of our on-course safety crew that ensures the safety of our participants by patrolling the route and helping cyclists move to the next rest stop or the finish line. 

Requirements: 

Please indicate at time of registration if HAM Radio operator.

Using personal photography equipment, capture event including on-route photos & pre-determined areas via an approved shot list.

Volunteer Photographers are expected to share full rights to digital media with the National MS Society in-kind within 1 week of the event by uploading via instructions.

Setting up/taking down the site, serving food and beverages and providing excellent customer service to participants. Occasional lifting may be required.

*Rest Stop locations are subject to change depending on road conditions and other factors, you will be informed if your rest stop is moved*

Setting up/taking down the site, serving food and beverages and providing excellent customer service to participants. Occasional lifting may be required.

*Rest Stop locations are subject to change depending on road conditions and other factors, you will be informed if your rest stop is moved*

Setting up/taking down the site, serving food and beverages and providing excellent customer service to participants. Occasional lifting may be required.

*Rest Stop locations are subject to change depending on road conditions and other factors, you will be informed if your rest stop is moved*

Setting up/taking down the site, serving food and beverages and providing excellent customer service to participants. Occasional lifting may be required.

*Rest Stop locations are subject to change depending on road conditions and other factors, you will be informed if your rest stop is moved*

First Aid Volunteers consists of certified medical professionals (EMT, EMS, RN, etc) or basic CPR/First Aid Certified who administer First-Aid to event participants. This specific role is at the start/finish line.

Setting up/taking down the site, serving food and beverages and providing excellent customer service to participants. Occasional lifting may be required.

*Rest Stop locations are subject to change depending on road conditions and other factors, you will be informed if your rest stop is moved*

Using personal photography equipment, capture event including finish line photos & pre-determined areas via an approved shot list.

Volunteer Photographers are expected to share full rights to digital media with the National MS Society in-kind within 1 week of the event by uploading via instructions.

Standing at the finish line to cheer on participants, using noise makers, handing out medals/mementos, often these volunteers are asked to bring encouraging signs or cheering swag from home to the event.

**Individuals can come anytime during the time frames listed**

Setting up and organizing food service area, handing out food to participants, cleaning up area and putting away supplies. 

Selling tickets for dinner.

(18+ background check required)

Duties may include unloading and distributing supplies, setting up table decorations and signage (minor lifting required)

A catch-all type of role supporting the event where needed 

Assist vendors with providing samples to attendees