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Volunteers Ferndale Pride 2023

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Deadline: Jun 03, 2023 11:59 pm (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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Date: Jun 03, 2023 1:00 pm - Jun 03, 2023 8:00 pm (EST)

About the event

Ferndale Michigan hosts one of the largest LGBTQAI festivals in the state. 200 vendors line the streets of downtown, 2 stages of entertainment keep the crowds dancing, bars, restaurants and shops join in the fun creating a pride festival that has a little something for everyone. Vendors are open from 1:00-8:00pm but may stay open as late at the stages (10:00 p.m.) This year's event takes place on June 3, 2023.
Ferndale Pride
Ferndale Pride
Ferndale Pride
Ferndale Pride

About the application

Welcome Ferndale Pride Volunteers! Our event cannot happen without your help. You help us set up, keep the event running smoothly, and clean up after to keep Ferndale beautiful. Sign up with us to meet new people and learn about Ferndale and the Greater LGBTQAI Community. Or, sign up with a group of friends and create your own Super Volunteer Team! Almost every shift is two hours. Pick and work as many shifts as you like!

Terms & Conditions

Walking long distances, lifting heavy objects and standing for long periods is required for most Volunteer Tasks during Ferndale Pride. Be mindful of your limits and dress accordingly. Please refer to the shift descriptions for more information. Only bring what you need. Volunteers are solely responsible for the security & storage of their personal items. All items must be cleared by event end. If protestors or other negative or unsupportive signs and behaviors are present, or someone is acting in a way that is making you uncomfortable, please report it to Volunteer Check-In. Pride is a Safe Space for you, too. Volunteers aged 13 or below may volunteer by having a parent/guardian sign up & volunteer. By checking yes to terms and agreements I am signing this Indemnification Agreement, I hereby release, indemnify, and hold harmless the Ferndale Community Foundation and its respective officers, directors, employees, agents, contractors, subcontractors, representatives, successors and assigns, and all persons conducting directly or indirectly, the activities surrounding my involvement as a volunteer from any and all claims, rights, demands, actions, causes of action, expenses and damages, which I or my heirs, personal representative, successors, assigns or anyone claiming by, through or under me ever had, now have, or may have against the parties identified above arising from any injury, act or omission relating in the way to my participation as a volunteer connected with the performance of the Ferndale Pride Committee members and regardless of which claim, demand, damage, loss, cost or expense is caused in part by the negligence of the Ferndale Community Foundation, Ferndale Pride or by third parties, or by the agents, servants, employees, volunteers or factors of any of them.

Shifts

Title Location Time Slots available Hours
Core Team (Committee Only & et all) Everywhere. Jun 03, 2023 5:00 am - 11:59 pm 0 19
message CORE TEAM ONLY: Committee and Core Team, sign up for the event via this entry. You know who you are. Any Non-Core Volunteers wishing to work the full day of the event, please do so by selecting individual tasks and shifts in the form. Thank you.
Logistics (marking vendor spots and other set up) 9 Mile & Allen Jun 03, 2023 6:00 am - 8:00 am 0 2
message Assist with marking vendor spaces, setting up tables and chairs for Pride Event Spaces and Team Areas. _______________________________________________ Accessibility Note: Requires Mobility Walking long distances, lifting heavy objects and standing for long periods is required for this task.
Volunteer Check-In 9 Mile & Planavon Jun 03, 2023 6:00 am - 8:00 am 0 2
message Check-In fellow Event Volunteers, provide directions to Volunteers and Event Guests, answer Event questions and assist the Volunteer Coordinator in re-directing Volunteers to needed tasks as they arise. _______________________________________________ Accessibility Note: Task Suited to Limited Mobility Walking short distances, lifting light to medium weighted objects and sitting and standing alternatively for short periods is required for this task.
Logistics (monitoring gates pre-event) 9 Mile & Allen Jun 03, 2023 8:00 am - 10:00 am 0 2
message Ensure Vendors, etc., do not enter or drive into the Event Space prior to Event Start. _________________________________ Accessibility Note: Task Suited to Limited Mobility Walking short distances, lifting light to medium weighted objects and sitting and standing alternatively for short periods is required for this task. If you need to sit during your shift, bring your own chair for your comfort.
Volunteer Check-In 9 Mile & Planavon Jun 03, 2023 8:00 am - 10:00 am 0 2
message Check-In fellow Event Volunteers, provide directions to Volunteers and Event Guests, answer Event questions and assist the Volunteer Coordinator in re-directing Volunteers to needed tasks as they arise. _______________________________________________ Accessibility Note: Task Suited to Limited Mobility Walking short distances, lifting light to medium weighted objects and sitting and standing alternatively for short periods is required for this task.
Logistics (assisting vendors in finding their locations) 9 Mile & Allen Jun 03, 2023 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 0 3
message Assist by guiding Vendors to their event location and unloading their event items. _______________________________________________ Accessibility Note: Requires Mobility Walking long distances, lifting heavy objects and standing for long periods is required for this task.
Logistics (monitoring gates during vendor arrival and checking in vendors) Behind Rustbelt Jun 03, 2023 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 0 3
message Ensure Vendors, etc., do not enter or drive into the Event Space prior to Event Start. Once Vendor Arrival Time begins, verify Vendor access and direct to fellow Logistics Volunteers to guide Vendor vehicles to designated spaces. _________________________________ Accessibility Note: Task Suited to Limited Mobility Walking short distances, lifting light to medium weighted objects and sitting and standing alternatively for short periods is required for this task. If you need to sit during your shift, bring your own chair for your comfort.
Volunteer Check-In 9 Mile & Planavon Jun 03, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 0 2
message Check-In fellow Event Volunteers, provide directions to Volunteers and Event Guests, answer Event questions and assist the Volunteer Coordinator in re-directing Volunteers to needed tasks as they arise. _______________________________________________ Accessibility Note: Task Suited to Limited Mobility Walking short distances, lifting light to medium weighted objects and sitting and standing alternatively for short periods is required for this task.
Backstage Backstage Jun 03, 2023 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm 0 6
message Assist Event Performers at Stage Areas. Task requires talking with people and assisting them with requests. ________________________________________________________ Walking long distances, lifting heavy objects and standing for long periods is required for this task. Must also actively speak with Event Guests, Performers, etc.
Children's Area Western Market Jun 03, 2023 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm 0 2
message Assist children and youth to create a craft project during the Event. Craft Project with materials and instructions provided by Ferndale Pride. ___________________________________________ Accessibility Note: Task Suited to Limited Mobility Walking short distances, lifting light to medium weighted objects and sitting and standing alternatively for short periods is required for this task.
FAIAC Only: Sensory Zone Western Market Jun 03, 2023 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm 0 2
message FAIAC Only (Ferndale Accessibility & Inclusion Commission Members) Assist individuals coming to the Sensory Zone to relax by providing items and quiet space. ___________________________________________ Accessibility Note: Task Suited to Limited Mobility Walking short distances, lifting light to medium weighted objects and sitting and standing alternatively for short periods is required for this task.
Photography 9 Mile and Planavon Jun 03, 2023 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm 0 2
message Collect photos of gatherings, performances and special moments during the Event. Instructions will be sent to Registered Photographers before the Event with details about Photography @ Ferndale Pride and where to upload captures. __________________________________________ Accessibility Note: Requires Mobility Walking long distances, lifting heavy objects and standing for long periods is required for this task. Must also actively speak with Event Guests, Performers, etc.
Runner 9 Mile & Planavon Jun 03, 2023 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm 0 2
message Assist Event Vendors, Performers, Stage Areas and Pride Team areas by passing messages, fulfilling tasks, redistributing water / snacks, etc. Task often requires walking the entire event multiple times in a shift and checking it at stations. ________________________________________________________ Walking long distances, lifting heavy objects and standing for long periods is required for this task. Must also actively speak with Event Guests, Performers, etc.
Volunteer Check-In 9 Mile & Planavon Jun 03, 2023 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm 0 2
message Check-In fellow Event Volunteers, provide directions to Volunteers and Event Guests, answer Event questions and assist the Volunteer Coordinator in re-directing Volunteers to needed tasks as they arise. _______________________________________________ Accessibility Note: Task Suited to Limited Mobility Walking short distances, lifting light to medium weighted objects and sitting and standing alternatively for short periods is required for this task.
Performance Stage Merch Sales Performance Stage Merch Booth Jun 03, 2023 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 0 2
message Keep an eye on the table for merchandise. Allow the band that peformed/is performing to set up their merchandise for sale. You will not be selling merchandise. Keeping area clear of any waste that guest place on it. Ear plugs are provided
Children's Area Western Market Jun 03, 2023 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm 0 2
message Assist children and youth to create a craft project during the Event. Craft Project with materials and instructions provided by Ferndale Pride. ___________________________________________ Accessibility Note: Task Suited to Limited Mobility Walking short distances, lifting light to medium weighted objects and sitting and standing alternatively for short periods is required for this task.
FAIAC Only: Sensory Zone Western Market Jun 03, 2023 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm 0 2
message FAIAC Only (Ferndale Accessibility & Inclusion Commission Members) Assist individuals coming to the Sensory Zone to relax by providing items and quiet space. ___________________________________________ Accessibility Note: Task Suited to Limited Mobility Walking short distances, lifting light to medium weighted objects and sitting and standing alternatively for short periods is required for this task.
Photography 9 Mile and Planavon Jun 03, 2023 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm 0 2
message Collect photos of gatherings, performances and special moments during the Event. Instructions will be sent to Registered Photographers before the Event with details about Photography @ Ferndale Pride and where to upload captures. __________________________________________ Accessibility Note: Requires Mobility Walking long distances, lifting heavy objects and standing for long periods is required for this task. Must also actively speak with Event Guests, Performers, etc.
Runner 9 Mile & Planavon Jun 03, 2023 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm 0 2
message Assist Event Vendors, Performers, Stage Areas and Pride Team areas by passing messages, fulfilling tasks, redistributing water / snacks, etc. Task often requires walking the entire event multiple times in a shift and checking it at stations. ________________________________________________________ Walking long distances, lifting heavy objects and standing for long periods is required for this task. Must also actively speak with Event Guests, Performers, etc.
Volunteer Check-In 9 Mile & Planavon Jun 03, 2023 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm 0 2
message Check-In fellow Event Volunteers, provide directions to Volunteers and Event Guests, answer Event questions and assist the Volunteer Coordinator in re-directing Volunteers to needed tasks as they arise. _______________________________________________ Accessibility Note: Task Suited to Limited Mobility Walking short distances, lifting light to medium weighted objects and sitting and standing alternatively for short periods is required for this task.
Performance Stage Merch Sales Performance Stage Merch Booth Jun 03, 2023 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm 0 2
message Keep an eye on the table for merchandise. Allow the band that peformed/is performing to set up their merchandise for sale. You will not be selling merchandise. Keeping area clear of any waste that guest place on it. Ear plugs are provided
Children's Area Western Market Jun 03, 2023 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm 0 2
message Assist children and youth to create a craft project during the Event. Craft Project with materials and instructions provided by Ferndale Pride. ___________________________________________ Accessibility Note: Task Suited to Limited Mobility Walking short distances, lifting light to medium weighted objects and sitting and standing alternatively for short periods is required for this task.
FAIAC Only: Sensory Zone Western Market Jun 03, 2023 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm 0 2
message FAIAC Only (Ferndale Accessibility & Inclusion Commission Members) Assist individuals coming to the Sensory Zone to relax by providing items and quiet space. ___________________________________________ Accessibility Note: Task Suited to Limited Mobility Walking short distances, lifting light to medium weighted objects and sitting and standing alternatively for short periods is required for this task.
Photography 9 Mile and Planavon Jun 03, 2023 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm 0 2
message Collect photos of gatherings, performances and special moments during the Event. Instructions will be sent to Registered Photographers before the Event with details about Photography @ Ferndale Pride and where to upload captures. __________________________________________ Accessibility Note: Requires Mobility Walking long distances, lifting heavy objects and standing for long periods is required for this task. Must also actively speak with Event Guests, Performers, etc.
Runner 9 Mile & Planavon Jun 03, 2023 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm 0 2
message Assist Event Vendors, Performers, Stage Areas and Pride Team areas by passing messages, fulfilling tasks, redistributing water / snacks, etc. Task often requires walking the entire event multiple times in a shift and checking it at stations. ________________________________________________________ Walking long distances, lifting heavy objects and standing for long periods is required for this task. Must also actively speak with Event Guests, Performers, etc.
Volunteer Check-In 9 Mile & Planavon Jun 03, 2023 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm 0 2
message Check-In fellow Event Volunteers, provide directions to Volunteers and Event Guests, answer Event questions and assist the Volunteer Coordinator in re-directing Volunteers to needed tasks as they arise. _______________________________________________ Accessibility Note: Task Suited to Limited Mobility Walking short distances, lifting light to medium weighted objects and sitting and standing alternatively for short periods is required for this task.
Performance Stage Merch Sales Performance Stage Merch Booth Jun 03, 2023 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm 0 2
message Keep an eye on the table for merchandise. Allow the band that peformed/is performing to set up their merchandise for sale. You will not be selling merchandise. Keeping area clear of any waste that guest place on it. Ear plugs are provided
Children's Area Western Market Jun 03, 2023 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 0 2
message Assist children and youth to create a craft project during the Event. Craft Project with materials and instructions provided by Ferndale Pride. ___________________________________________ Accessibility Note: Task Suited to Limited Mobility Walking short distances, lifting light to medium weighted objects and sitting and standing alternatively for short periods is required for this task.
FAIAC Only: Sensory Zone Western Market Jun 03, 2023 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 1 2
message FAIAC Only (Ferndale Accessibility & Inclusion Commission Members) Assist individuals coming to the Sensory Zone to relax by providing items and quiet space. ___________________________________________ Accessibility Note: Task Suited to Limited Mobility Walking short distances, lifting light to medium weighted objects and sitting and standing alternatively for short periods is required for this task.
Monitor Barricades Withington Lot - Rustbelt Jun 03, 2023 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 0 2
message Ensure Vendors, etc., do not enter or exit the event space in their vehicles. _________________________________ Accessibility Note: Task Suited to Limited Mobility Walking short distances, lifting light to medium weighted objects and sitting and standing alternatively for short periods is required for this task. If you need to sit during your shift, bring your own chair for your comfort.
Runner 9 Mile & Planavon Jun 03, 2023 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 0 2
message Assist Event Vendors, Performers, Stage Areas and Pride Team areas by passing messages, fulfilling tasks, redistributing water / snacks, etc. Task often requires walking the entire event multiple times in a shift and checking it at stations. ________________________________________________________ Walking long distances, lifting heavy objects and standing for long periods is required for this task. Must also actively speak with Event Guests, Performers, etc.
Volunteer Check-In 9 Mile & Planavon Jun 03, 2023 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 0 2
message Check-In fellow Event Volunteers, provide directions to Volunteers and Event Guests, answer Event questions and assist the Volunteer Coordinator in re-directing Volunteers to needed tasks as they arise. _______________________________________________ Accessibility Note: Task Suited to Limited Mobility Walking short distances, lifting light to medium weighted objects and sitting and standing alternatively for short periods is required for this task.
Performance Stage Merch Sales Performance Stage Merch Booth Jun 03, 2023 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm 0 3
message Keep an eye on the table for merchandise. Allow the band that peformed/is performing to set up their merchandise for sale. You will not be selling merchandise. Keeping area clear of any waste that guest place on it. Ear plugs are provided You will be able to watch the headliner and the closer for this shift. Yep, it's long but its fabulous.
Runner 9 Mile & Planavon Jun 03, 2023 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm 0 2
message Assist Event Vendors, Performers, Stage Areas and Pride Team areas by passing messages, fulfilling tasks, redistributing water / snacks, etc. Task often requires walking the entire event multiple times in a shift and checking it at stations. ________________________________________________________ Walking long distances, lifting heavy objects and standing for long periods is required for this task. Must also actively speak with Event Guests, Performers, etc.
Volunteer Check-In 9 Mile & Planavon Jun 03, 2023 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm 0 2
message Check-In fellow Event Volunteers, provide directions to Volunteers and Event Guests, answer Event questions and assist the Volunteer Coordinator in re-directing Volunteers to needed tasks as they arise. _______________________________________________ Accessibility Note: Task Suited to Limited Mobility Walking short distances, lifting light to medium weighted objects and sitting and standing alternatively for short periods is required for this task.
Logistics (Tear Down) 9 Mile & Planavon Jun 03, 2023 10:00 pm - 11:59 pm 0 2
message Assist with breaking down event and loading event trucks and other miscellanious task needs. _______________________________________________ Accessibility Note: Requires Mobility Walking long distances, lifting heavy objects and standing for long periods is required for this task.
Volunteer Check-In 9 Mile & Planavon Jun 03, 2023 10:00 pm - 11:59 pm 0 2
message Check-In fellow Event Volunteers, provide directions to Volunteers and Event Guests, answer Event questions and assist the Volunteer Coordinator in re-directing Volunteers to needed tasks as they arise. _______________________________________________ Accessibility Note: Task Suited to Limited Mobility Walking short distances, lifting light to medium weighted objects and sitting and standing alternatively for short periods is required for this task.

Questions on the application

Volunteer information

  • Name
  • Email
  • Phone
  • Emergency contacts

Additional information

  • Please provide your pronouns.
  • What is your T-Shirt size? (All Sizes are Adult Unisex)
  • Do you require a Letter and/or Signature as Proof of Volunteer Hours?
  • Do you have any special needs / circumstances you would like us to know?
  • Do you agree to the Terms of Volunteering with Ferndale Pride?
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