Visionaries of the Year Grand Finale Volunteer - 2025

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We are currently looking for volunteers for our Visionaries of the Year Grand Finale, a huge event that celebrates philanthropic individuals throughout our communities. These candidates put together teams, reach out to corporations and businesses, and tap into their networks to raise as much money as possible for a specific LLS mission pillar: Research, Advocacy, or Patient Support & Education.

Example of the event: https://youtu.be/qXeCyjNEa3o?feature=shared

Position Tasks

Set-Up Shift Volunteers- June 5th (11-3 PM) - Location TBD ~ we will meet at a location near Rockwell on the River:

• Help assist with the assembly of candidate paddle fans and program book frames. Other set up tasks may be included (3-4 volunteers needed).

Greeters & Check-In Volunteers - June 7th (4-11 PM):

• We are looking for lively, energetic individuals to help assist with greeting candidates and their families, along with checking them into the event.
• Volunteers will take photos upon arrival of the guests.
• Volunteers will be positioned towards the end of check-in to help assist with any questions guests may have

Guest Services Booth Volunteers - June 7th (4-11 PM):

• Volunteers will be positioned at this table to assist guests with any questions or needs they may have

Activation Volunteers- June 7th (4-11 PM):

• Many different fun photo booths and areas volunteers will be stationed at to encourage guest participation

MISC information:

• Most positions (except the guest services and set-up shifts) will NOT be seated positions. Volunteers will be moving around constantly or standing throughout the night.
• Once you sign up to volunteer for this event, Simone Perrin, simone.perrin@lls.org, will contact you to figure out which role you are most interested in.
• There will be a 30 minute online training a few days before the event. It will be recorded for whoever cannot make it.
• There is no dress code for the set-up shift on June 5th. Snacks will be provided.
• The dress code on June 7th is formal attire. Horderves will be served throughout the night. There will be free valet parking starting a few minutes before 4 PM
• This event is great for outgoing individuals who want to show their charisma and meet new people at the event! We look forward to connecting with you soon!

Set-Up Volunteer Position:

• LOCATION: TBD ~ Near North Chicago
• TIME: 11:00 AM - 3:30 PM
• DATE: June 5th, 2025

Event Day Volunteer Position:

• LOCATION: Union Station, 225 S. Canal St. Chicago, IL 60606
• TIME: 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
• DATE: June 7th, 2024