We invite you to join us as a Special Event Volunteer on Saturday, June 8 from 11am - 5:30pm for our 2019 Member Event at the Primate Rescue Center! This is a unique day that gives our members the opportunity to visit the sanctuary and see how their donations make an important impact on the lives of the primate residents.

We rely heavily on volunteers to help us make this event a success, with duties such as:

• Education and Guest Safety
• Merchandise Sales
• Silent Auction
• Information Booth
• Raffle Ticket Sales
• Children's Games
• Face Painting
• Concessions
• Registration
• Parking

We hope that you will join our team and become part of an amazing experience!

Please email us at melaniep@primaterescue.org to let us know you would like to become a Special Event Volunteer. You will then be sent a link to register online for this volunteer opportunity.

Things you should know:

• We need you to be available during the entire period, from 11am - 5:30pm on event day, June 8.
• ALL first time Special Event Volunteers must attend an orientation session on the Saturday prior to the event, June 1. There are two orientation sessions: 10am - 12pm or 2pm - 4pm.
• Anyone between the ages of 16 - 18 years old MUST be pre-approved and MUST have a guardian with them to volunteer. Anyone under age 16 may not volunteer, even with a guardian present - no exceptions.
• During orientation, all Special Event Volunteers will be assigned to a station and will learn their event duties. We will also discuss safety issues, and answer any questions you may have about the event.
• All Special Event Volunteers will be given a volunteer T-shirt and personalized name button to wear on event day!
• Volunteer registration for this once-a-year event closes on Wednesday, May 29, so email us today!
• Volunteers do not have have any physical contact with or feed any of the primates.

You can make a difference! Every minute of your time spent volunteering with the Primate Rescue Center contributes to the exceptional quality of care we provide the sanctuary's ape and monkey residents. We hope you will join us.

Thank you!