be a volunteer
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On December 31, 2007, we will need many willing and able Austinites to volunteer as door greeters, Procession guides, artist assistants, merchandise sales and more. All during November and December, volunteers are needed as office assistants, publicity distributors, pre-Event activity staff, etc. As a “thank you,” each volunteer receives an invitation to a special Volunteer Appreciation Party in January 2008.
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We will do our best to make your First Night Austin volunteer experience memorable and fun!
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“Things to Know” as a First Night Austin Volunteer
Volunteers will receive:
* a volunteer badge to serve as identification (issued at Volunteer Check-in).
* free parking at the State Parking Garages between San Jacinto and Trinity from 12th to 15th Streets.
Arrive at the garage 45 minutes before your shift starts allowing time to ride the free
shuttle
bus (1:30pm-3:00am) to your downtown check-in point.
* an invitation to the post-event Volunteer Thank You Party.
In addition
* Volunteers must be at least 16 years of age to work independently from a parent or guardian.
* All volunteers must attend one Volunteer Orientation Meeting to familiarize themselves with First
Night Austin and their responsibilities as a volunteer.
* House Managers attend an additional, individual orientation to see their venue and meet facility staff.
This orientation will be scheduled with each individual House Manager.
* First Night Austin provides an opportunity for students to receive “community service hours” for
volunteering (present your “community service hours” form for signature at Volunteer check-in).
Attire
* Wear comfortable shoes.
* Watch the weather forecasts and dress accordingly.
- It may be warm in the afternoon but cool after sundown - wear clothing in layers.
- Rain or shine, the event goes on, so be prepared and stay comfortable.
Personal Belongings
* There will be no secured area in which to store personal belongings. We advise that you wear a
fanny pack to carry any necessary items.
Also
* You are encouraged to bring your cell phone, if you have one, so we can contact you on the day
of the event with last minute changes, and you can call Volunteer Headquarters with questions
during the event. Please provide your cell phone number on the Volunteer Application form.
* Please arrive at the check-in point fifteen minutes before your assigned shift to get your volunteer badge and find
your area.
- Parade Guides check-in at 7th and Congress
- All others check-in at City Hall – 2nd and Guadalupe
Volunteer Questions
Please email questions to volunteer@firstnightaustin.org or call 512-374-0000 and leave a message for the Volunteer Committee.
