Be part of the nation's largest holiday 5K race series aimed to fight arthritis!

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On behalf of the Arthritis Foundation, I invite you to be a part of the Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis. The Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis is a fun-filled holiday themed running/walking event where thousands of people tie jingle bells to their shoes and take to the streets while raising funds to support arthritis research, community programs, services and advocacy initiatives that help improve the lives of people with arthritis. We anticipate more than 500 participants to show their support of the more than 50 million Americans currently battling arthritis. You won’t want to miss your opportunity to support this community event that is like no other!



Day-of Volunteer Job Descriptions and Instructions:

Duties at the Volunteer Check-in:

This is every volunteer’s first impression of the day! Welcome volunteers as they report to pick-up their volunteer t-shirt and receive detailed training/instruction before reporting to their assigned area.

1.) Greet the volunteer and introduce yourself

2.) Ask them for their name and find it on the volunteer check-in list

3.) Provide them with their t-shirt (which identifies them as a volunteer)

4.) Send them to their designated area with instructions



SAG Vehicles (Support and Gear):

The SAG Vehicles serve a dual purpose: they assist with set-up/clean-up and transporting people. We will have 1 van, which you will be responsible for driving. As a SAG Vehicle driver, you will be responsible for the course set-up/clean-up.

1. Place route markers and educational signs throughout the walk course approximately every few blocks so walkers don’t go astray.

2. Deliver tables, water and cups to water stations. Drop-off water station volunteers and course monitors

3. During the Walk, patrol the course to pick-up any tired walkers

4. Follow the final walkers to pick up the course monitors and water stop volunteers

5. Return to the course to pick up the remaining water, cups, tables and signage



Course Monitor Duties:

As a Course Monitor, you will be stationed at specified intersections along the course to help participants cross any busy intersections and cheer them on to the finish. You will be asked to wear a bright orange vest to distinguish yourself.

Greeter Duties:

This is every participant’s first impression of the day! Greet participants after they have parked and direct them to the registration area. Answer questions, etc. Welcome them with a warm greeting and a smile. When you are finished with this duty, please report to the Volunteer Check-in for placement where needed!


There are many more Volunteer opportunities for the Jingle Jingle Bell Run/Walk. For more please contact Meg Byrne at mbyrne@matchingmissions.com