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Festival Volunteer

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Deadline: Sep 12, 2026 9:00 pm (GMT-07:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
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Northern Nevada Pride 2026
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Date: Sep 12, 2026 12:00 pm - Sep 12, 2026 8:00 pm (PDT)
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2 S Arlington Ave, Reno, Nevada 89501, United States

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Northern Nevada Pride 2026 at Wingfield Park
Northern Nevada Pride
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Northern Nevada Pride
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About the application

Help make the Festival the best Pride celebration! As a volunteer, you are the key to making this event a success! Responsibilities may include festival setup, working entrances and exits, assisting and directing attendees, conducting monetary transactions, festival breakdown, and miscellaneous responsibilities. Please check-in at the Volunteer Booth at least 5 minutes before your shift. Feel free to sign-up for more than 1 shift!

Terms & Conditions

elcome to Northern Nevada Pride. We are grateful for your interest in volunteering with us. As a volunteer, you play a crucial role in celebrating and supporting the LGBTQ+ community in Reno, NV. To ensure a positive and productive experience for everyone involved, we have established the following terms and conditions. Volunteer Terms and Conditions 1. Role and Responsibilities - Role Assignment: Volunteers will be assigned roles and tasks based on their skills, interests, and the needs of Northern Nevada Pride. - Commitment: Volunteers are expected to fulfill their agreed-upon time commitments and notify their supervisor if they are unable to attend as scheduled. - Professional Conduct: Volunteers must conduct themselves in a professional manner, respecting the organization's policies, staff, fellow volunteers, and participants. - Confidentiality: Volunteers must maintain confidentiality regarding any sensitive information they encounter during their service. - Training: Volunteers are required to participate in any mandatory training sessions related to their roles. 2. Safety and Welfare - Work Environment: Northern Nevada Pride is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all volunteers. - Reporting Incidents: Any incidents, injuries, or unsafe conditions should be reported immediately to the volunteer coordinator or supervisor. 3. Rights and Obligations - Non-Discrimination: Northern Nevada Pride does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. - Termination: Either the volunteer or Northern Nevada Pride may terminate the volunteer arrangement at any time, with or without cause, with appropriate notice. 4. Waiver and Release - Assumption of Risk: By participating as a volunteer, you acknowledge that there are inherent risks associated with volunteer activities, including but not limited to physical injury, accidents, and exposure to various conditions. - Release of Liability: You hereby release, discharge, and hold harmless Northern Nevada Pride, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any and all liability, claims, demands, or causes of action that may arise from your participation in volunteer activities, whether caused by negligence or otherwise. - Medical Treatment: In the event of an injury or medical emergency, you consent to receiving medical treatment deemed necessary by medical professionals. You understand that you are responsible for any medical expenses incurred as a result of such treatment. Volunteer Bill of Rights As a volunteer at Northern Nevada Pride, you have the right to: - Be Treated with Respect: To be treated as a co-worker, not just free help. To be given the same consideration and respect as paid staff. - Meaningful Work: To be assigned meaningful tasks that match your skills and interests. - Adequate Training: To receive the necessary training and support to perform your tasks effectively. - Supervision and Guidance: To receive clear instructions and supervision from a designated staff member or volunteer coordinator. - Feedback: To receive constructive feedback on your performance and to have your suggestions and ideas taken into account. - Safe Working Conditions: To work in a safe and healthy environment. - Recognition: To receive recognition and appreciation for your contributions to Northern Nevada Pride. By volunteering, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to comply with the guidelines set forth by Northern Nevada Pride.

Shifts

Title Location Time Slots available Hours
Friday Festival Prep (1st Shift) 2 S Arlington Ave, Reno, Nevada 89501, United States Sep 11, 2026 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm 7 3
message Friday Festival Prep Volunteers will help the festival team to setup the structure of the festival the day prior to Pride. You will be setting up stations, organizing, and other task needed to get the festival off to a great start for the Saturday Festival Setup shift.
Friday Festival Prep (Full Shift) 2 S Arlington Ave, Reno, Nevada 89501, United States Sep 11, 2026 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm 4 6
message Friday Festival Prep Volunteers will help the festival team to setup the structure of the festival the day prior to Pride. You will be setting up stations, organizing, and other task needed to get the festival off to a great start for the Saturday Festival Setup shift.
Friday Festival Prep (2nd Shift) 2 S Arlington Ave, Reno, Nevada 89501, United States Sep 11, 2026 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm 8 3
message Friday Festival Prep Volunteers will help the festival team to setup the structure of the festival the day prior to Pride. You will be setting up stations, organizing, and other task needed to get the festival off to a great start for the Saturday Festival Setup shift.
Festival Setup 2 S Arlington Ave, Reno, Nevada 89501, United States Sep 12, 2026 6:00 am - 10:00 am 6 4
message This volunteering shift will be assisting Pride Staff, Sponsors, and Vendors setup their stations/booths in preparation for the festival. \r\n\r\nSome volunteers may be assigned temporarily to help setup the parade during this shift.
Festival Gates: Prep/Festival Opening (Full shift) 2 S Arlington Ave, Reno, Nevada 89501, United States Sep 12, 2026 10:00 am - 2:00 pm 11 4
message You will be setting up festival gates and staff the gates when the festival opens. Tasks may include handling money, scanning pre-paid/digital tickets, placing wrist bands, and directing event participants. \r\n\r\nThere is a possibility of re-assignment to other tasks, as needed by festival staff.
Festival Gates: Opening Shift (Short Shift) 2 S Arlington Ave, Reno, Nevada 89501, United States Sep 12, 2026 11:00 am - 1:00 pm 6 2
message You will be staffing the gates during the festival opening. Tasks may include handling money, scanning pre-paid/digital tickets, placing wrist bands, and directing event participants. \r\n\r\nThere is a possibility of re-assignment to other tasks, as needed by festival staff.
Festival Gates: Early Afternoon (Short Shift) 2 S Arlington Ave, Reno, Nevada 89501, United States Sep 12, 2026 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 3 2
message You will be staffing the gates during the early afternoon. Tasks may include handling money, scanning pre-paid/digital tickets, placing wrist bands, and directing event participants. \r\n\r\nThere is a possibility of re-assignment to other tasks, as needed by festival staff.
Festival Gates: Afternoon Shift (Full Shift) 2 S Arlington Ave, Reno, Nevada 89501, United States Sep 12, 2026 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm 12 4
message You will be staffing the gates during the afternoon Tasks may include handling money, scanning pre-paid/digital tickets, placing wrist bands, and directing event participants. \r\n\r\nThere is a possibility of re-assignment to other tasks, as needed by festival staff.
Festival Gates: Early Evening Shift (Short Shift) 2 S Arlington Ave, Reno, Nevada 89501, United States Sep 12, 2026 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm 8 2
message You will be staffing the gates during the early evening. Tasks may include handling money, scanning pre-paid/digital tickets, placing wrist bands, and directing event participants. \r\n\r\nThere is a possibility of re-assignment to other tasks, as needed by festival staff.
Festival Gates: Evening/Festival Closure Shift (Full Shift) 2 S Arlington Ave, Reno, Nevada 89501, United States Sep 12, 2026 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 12 4
message You will be staffing the gates during the evening and will assist with the take down of the festival. Gate tasks may include handling money, scanning pre-paid/digital tickets, placing wrist bands, and directing event participants. Festival closure tasks may involve taking down booths, loading and moving tables/chairs/tents, removal and loading of other festival and structural items. \r\n\r\nThere is a possibility of re-assignment to other tasks, as needed by festival staff.
Festival Closure (Short Shift) 2 S Arlington Ave, Reno, Nevada 89501, United States Sep 12, 2026 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm 8 3
message You will be assisting with the take down of the festival. Festival closure tasks may involve taking down booths, loading and moving tables/chairs/tents, removal and loading of other festival and structural items. \r\n\r\nThere is a possibility of re-assignment to other tasks, as needed by festival staff.

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Volunteer information

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  • Email
  • Phone
  • Gender
  • Age
  • Address
  • Emergency contacts
  • T-shirt size

Additional information

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  • Have you volunteered at Northern Nevada Pride Before?
  • Optional: What are your Preferred Pronouns?
  • Optional: Will you need any accommodations while volunteering. If so, please list:
  • Optional: If you want to volunteer with other specific volunteers, please list their names:
  • Optional: How did you hear about this volunteer opportunity?
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