Volunteer and make a difference. Our mission is made possible through many volunteers who generously donate their time in support of breast cancer survivors. There are many ways to be involved that work with your time and availability.
Volunteers help with things such as:
- retreats (airport transportation, meal prep, alumni activities, etc.)
- annual gala
- fundraising
- marketing events
Volunteer at a Retreat
Volunteers are the heart and soul of every retreat. Each act of kindness contributes to the warmth and comfort we wish to bestow upon every person who attends the retreat. Trust us, the magic is always reciprocated 10-fold. You will leave the retreat feeling renewed and tender just like the rest of us.
Here is some information about our retreat volunteer shifts:
Airport Runner:Â Looking for drivers who have a reliable vehicle, excellent driving record, current driver's license, and proof of insurance. There may/may not be attendees flying in for this retreat. Also, this shift may vary slightly depending on flight schedules. We will reach out the week of the retreat to connect you with the attendee(s) and coordinate the pick up plan.
Dinner Prep and Cleanup:Â Volunteers have the option to join for dinner and stay to help clean up/load dishwasher. Must work independently and be able to warm/cook and lay out an already-prepared dinner for 6-10 women. Responsible for finding appropriate dishes in an unfamiliar kitchen to present "buffet-style" for attendees to self-serve.
Breakfast Prep and Cleanup:Â Must work independently and be able to prepare a breakfast for 6-10 women. Responsible for finding appropriate dishes in an unfamiliar kitchen to present "buffet-style" for attendees to self-serve. After everyone has eaten, dishes will need to be cleaned or loaded into the dishwasher.
Volunteer at the Gala
The gala is our biggest fundraising event of the year and how most retreats are funded. Volunteers help the event run smoothly - and get to have a lot of fun in the process! Join us as a volunteer and be part of the fantastical magic of this black tie formal event.
Learn more about each shift available for the gala below. When you're ready, sign up for your shift online by clicking here or by clicking the button below.
Friday (day before the gala)
Decor Preparations - 4:00-8:00 pm:
2 volunteers needed to wash glasses which will be sold during the event as well as any other decor duties as needed by the gala committee. Times and hours are approximate and may require some flexibility.
Silent Auction Setup - 4:00-8:00 pm:
6 volunteers needed to ensure proper signage, packaging, and displays are ready for the silent auction. This position requires repetitive lifting and walking, unloading auction items from a truck and setting them out for display in the ballroom. Volunteers report to IRF staff. Times and hours are approximate and may require some flexibility.
Saturday (day of the gala)
Decor Preparations - 12:00-3:00 pm:
2 volunteers needed to assist the gala committee with finishing touches to the decor. Times and hours are approximate and may require some flexibility.
Champagne glass sales - 4:30-7:30 pm
2 outgoing volunteers needed to sale glasses to guests during the cocktail party. Volunteers must be able to provide their own tablet or smartphone to enter bidder sales. Training before the event is required as well as day-of refresher 1 hour before event start time.
Opportunity Drawing Sales - 4:30-7:30 pm
2 outgoing volunteers needed to sale opportunity drawing tickets to guests during the cocktail party. Volunteers must be able to provide their own tablet or smartphone to enter bidder sales. Training before the event is required as well as day-of refresher 1 hour before event start time.
Tech Support - 4:30-7:30 pm
2 volunteers needed to help perform bid assist and troubleshoot guest technical difficulties with mobile bidding. Must be proficient on a computer and be able to provide their own laptop. Training before the event is required as well as day-of refresher 1 hour before event start time.
Guest Checkin - 4:30-7:30 pm
Be the first to greet guests as they arrive. Assist with their prompt check in so they can get bidding on auction items and get all the info they need to enjoy the evening. Volunteers must be proficient on a computer and be able to provide their own laptop. Training before the event is required as well as day-of refresher 1 hour before event start time.
Guest Checkout (computer) - 8:30-11:00 pm
3 volunteers to thank and check guests out by looking up the auction items they have won and email receipts. Volunteers must be proficient on a computer and be able to provide their own laptop. Training before the event is required as well as day-of refresher.
Silent Auction Checkout (Runners) - 8:30-11:00 pm
4 volunteers to collect auction items for winners as they check out. This position requires continuous lifting and walking/standing.
Sunday (day after the gala)
Guest Checkout (computer) - 9:00-11:00 am
2 volunteers to thank and check guests out by looking up the auction items they have won and email receipts. May require texting and calling guests to come retrieve items left from the night before. Volunteers must be proficient on a computer and be able to provide their own laptop. Training before the event is required as well as day-of refresher.
Monthly Volunteer Meetings!
WHO: Anyone who wants to drop in and see what's happening at IRF
WHEN: TBD
WHERE: Zoom
WHAT: Discuss strategy, upcoming events, and wellness
