Komen Aspen Volunteer Information
The Aspen Affiliate of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure is always in need of volunteers. Volunteers are the main reason we are able to create and host such amazing events, while keeping overhead costs to a minimum. Without you, it would not be possible! For that, we thank you in advance for your enthusiasm, hard work and dedication.
All volunteers must be at least 13 years old. Most volunteer shifts will be approximately 4 hours long. A waiver has to be filled out for each volunteer, even if they are participating in the event that the volunteer shift is related to. Volunteers who have small children may not bring them to the event during their shift. THESE ARE NON-SMOKING EVENTS!
To volunteer, fill in the form under the appropriate tab below and submit, call us at 970.920.0250 or email us at volunteers@komenaspen.org. We do not sell or share information, and all information you provided is strictly confidential and for Komen Aspen's use only.
Volunteer Coordinatior: Abby Eagye
- RACE / PAWS
- RIDE
- TETWP RODEO
- OFFICE
- HEALTH FAIRS
Race for the Cure & PAWS | Saturday July 17, 2010
5K Run/Walk | 1-mile Family Fun Walk | PAWS for the Cure™
Sleep-in for the Cure® | Shop for the Cure
Administration
Assist the staff of Komen Aspen Race for the Cure® with database entry, phone calls, letters and general administrative support in the months before the Race®, during Race® week, and for a few weeks after the Race®.
Breakfast Crew
Arrange table set up, food and drink to be prepared and served to participants and volunteers for Race Day breakfast.
Cheer Banners
Work with staff in the months before the Race® to solicit cheer banners from area businesses and individuals. Oversee the hanging of banners for Race day.
Clean-Up Crew:
General park clean up during and after the Race® including trash pick up, boxing up leftover items and supplies.
PAWS Dog Walk for the Cure:
Assist with day-of registration, distribute Doggy Goodie Bags and direct participants along the route.
Education Tent:
Assist in the distribution of educational materials day of the Race®.
Finish Line:
Provide support and enthusiasm to the runners as they cross the finish line, assist timing company with runner’s finish time.
Goodie Tent:
Set up tent and assist companies with handing out goodie bag items to participants.
Registration:
Assist with all aspects of registration including walk-in registration in Aspen, El Jebel or Glenwood Springs during Race® week and on Race Day, on-line registration, and promoting registration in other communities.
Route:
Direct runners/walkers along the route for the 5K, 1 mile walk and Dog Walk, alerting them of traffic, corners and general direction of the route. Also cheering on participants as they pass.
Set-Up Crew
Friday–Saturday, July 16-17, 2010
General set up of staging area and finish line on the day before the Race® helping to put up all banners, set up tables and chairs, etc. Also needed the morning of the Race® for last minute set up items.
Survivor Recognition:
Work with Race® staff in planning a Survivor Recognition event, as well as overseeing Survivor activities on Race® Day.
Volunteer Committee:
Work during the months before the Race® to assist with recruiting and assigning over 200 Race for the Cure® volunteers.
Aspen/Snowmass Ride for the Cure | Saturday, August 21, 2010
The Aspen/Snowmass Ride for the Cure® and the Aspen Affiliate of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure are always in need of volunteers. Volunteers are the main reason we are able to create and host such an amazing event. Without you, it would not be possible! For that, we thank you in advance for your enthusiasm, hard work and dedication.
PLEASE LEAVE ALL PETS AT HOME! THIS IS A NON-SMOKING EVENT!
Assist the staff of Aspen Ride for the Cure® with general administrative projects.
Be part of the fun at one of these inspiring Rider Aid Station: ARC, Maroon Bells, Woody Creek Tavern or the Monastery at Old Snowmass. Distribute food, water, encouragement and entertainment. Stations also provide mechanical and medical assistance if needed.
Responsible for identifying, researching and ordering jerseys, socks, T-shirts, hats, bib numbers and other 2009 Ride branded merchandise.
Identify, solicit and organize high cost items for a VIP auction.
Provide mechanical assistance to riders including general maintenance, changing tires and tubes, adjusting brakes and gears, lubing chains.
Provide support and enthusiasm to the riders along the route, giving them a much needed boost of energy to finish the 100 miles.
Assist in planning and orchestrating the pre-Ride Dinner and post-Ride Party.
Identify and solicit donor and sponsorship dollars.
Solicit goods for bags that will be given to riders and volunteers. Work closely with Rider Registration on assembling goodie bags.
Identify resources and solicit donations of perishable and complimentary goods for the Ride® (including food and drinks for aid stations and finish line party, apparel, lodging, support vehicles and printing).
Develop and distribute materials to attract donors, riders and volunteers. Work with Ride staff to build awareness of the Ride.
Provide 10-15 minute massages for the riders at the finish line on the day of the Ride® (Must be certified and carry insurance).
Provide basic first aid to all participants, both riders and volunteers.
Work with seasoned volunteers the day of the Ride® to implement communications and operations safety plan.
Document the activities of the Ride®.
Identify and solicit prizes for the Ride® events.
Research bike clubs and other bike events that can promote the Ride. Develop a list to be used annually. Work with business entities to develop ride teams.
Assist with all aspects of registration including on-line registration, communication with riders, assembling rider packets, attending pre-Ride events to promote registration.
Mark route. Day of Ride® direct riders along the route alerting them of traffic, corners and general direction of route.
Provide security at pre-Ride events and on day of the Ride at finish line party.
Set up /tear down of aid stations and staging area for the finish line party.
Develop and implement events aimed at honoring survivors and increasing awareness of survivors. Includes identifying survivors who might wish to participate in the Ride.
Develop, coordinate and monitor training rides prior to the Ride®.
Assist Volunteer Coordinators with recruiting and assigning 500 volunteers. Help with recruitment events.
Wednesday | July 15 | Gus Darien Arena | Carbondale | 6:30pm
Survivors BBQ | 5:30
Komen Aspen Office
We are always in need of office help and will be happy to put you to work.
Komen Aspen Summer Health Fairs
