An Outstretched Hand
	Each of us was made by God some blossomed and grew strong some could not withstand the winds they frailed and stilled their song. Those of use who walk in light must lend an outstretched hand to those in shadow needing help with love, to help them stand. -- Merle Wollman

VOLUNTEERING

• Being a part of Kick for a Cure Soccer Tournament & Festival by volunteering your time will not only give you the satisfaction of knowing you are making a difference to the lives of children with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy but you will also have a wonderful time doing it!
• We are seeking volunteers to assist us in all aspects of the Event including the following areas:

PRE-EVENT PREPARATION

Pre-Event volunteers will be responsible in assisting the Event Committee with tasks such as assembling prizes and gifts for players, assembling player goody-bags, creating signage, stuffing envelopes, and any other tasks that event staff need to accomplish during the final stages of event preparation.
Time commitment: Variable, and based on volunteer availability. Pre-event preparation will take place at various venues in San Diego and is most needed during the two weeks prior to the event. Two to four hour shifts are available. Food and beverage will be provided! Please call Jane at (619) 300-0415 or email jane@kickforacure.org to coordinate times and days.

Please note: All days mentioned below are for the weekend of our event:

EVENT SET-UP

Event set-up volunteers will be responsible in assisting in transporting equipment such as chairs and tables, setting up Information Booths, Team Check-In Booth, and other event stations. Event set-up volunteers will also be responsible for hanging sponsor banners and posting signs around the Event venue.
Time commitment: Friday, 10am - 10pm; Saturday, 6am - 10am (Four hour shifts).

FunZONE

FunZONE volunteers will be responsible for all aspects of the various “entertainment zones” in the FunZONE”. Such zones will include games/activities such as shooting balls through hoops, cookie decorating, soccer tic tac toe etc. Skill-specific volunteers are needed for face painting, balloon-character making and magic. There will be specific training for these games (except for face painting, balloon-making and magic) prior to the event (at the FunZONE volunteer orientation – date and time TBA)). All materials and supplies will be provided.
Time commitment: Saturday & Sunday, 10am - 4pm (Three or six hour shifts).

MEET AND GREET

"Meet and Greet" volunteers will be responsible for welcoming tournament participants and event guests, answering questions, directing individual and groups to their appropriate destinations.
Time commitment: Saturday & Sunday, 9am - 6pm (Four hour shifts).

TEAM CHECK-IN

Team Check-In volunteers will be responsible for checking in teams at the Team Check-In Booth. This will require checking names off the Kick for a Cure preauthorized list of teams and players. Team Check-In volunteers will also distribute color-coded wrist bands to Team Coaches and distribute player goody-bags.
Time commitment: Saturday, 8am - 2pm; Sunday, 8am - 12pm (Three or six hour shifts).

PARKING LOT ATTENDANTS

Parking lot attendant volunteers will be responsible for the coordination and management of parking areas. Parking lot attendants at the Vendor Entrance will be responsible for checking Vendor Passes and directing Vendors to the appropriate spaces for loading/unloading. Parking lot attendants will work in liaison with the security personnel.
Time Commitment: Friday, 3pm - 6pm; Saturday & Sunday, 6am - 8pm (Four hour shifts).

GROUNDS KEEPING

Ground keeping volunteers will be responsible for setting up litter disposal receptacles throughout the grounds, replacing full receptacles with clean ones, and ensuring that the grounds are litter free at all times.
Time commitment: Saturday, 6am - 7pm; Sunday, 9am - 8pm (Four hour shifts).

AWARD CEREMONY ASSISTANTS

Award ceremony assistants will be responsible for helping Event staff with the coordination of the Awards ceremony.
Time commitment: Sunday, 1pm - 6pm

EVENT BREAKDOWN

Event breakdown volunteers will be responsible for packing up various equipment (such as chairs, tables, and informational materials), carrying and lifting, and taking down all banners and posters around the venue.
Time commitment: Sunday, 6pm - 8pm

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• A Volunteer Orientation will be held a few days prior to the event.  Registered volunteers will be notified of the date and place of the meeting.
• The Orientation will consist of the distribution of volunteer uniforms, name badges, "incentive prizes" and a description and training of specific tasks to be accomplished at the Event.
• All volunteers will be provided with food, beverage, and other amenities during their "shifts".
• We can provide community service hours for your school, church/temple, or work.
• Volunteers who contribute a total of eight or more hours will be invited to the Kick for a Cure V.I.P. Reception to be held several weeks after the event (Date/venue TBA).

Please call Jane @ (619) 300-0415 or email jane@kickforacure.org if you have any questions.

We truly appreciate your support!

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