Volunteers Needed- Breakthrough T1D Ride Cape Cod (Several Roles Available)

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Volunteers are needed for Breakthrough T1D Ride Cape Cod 2025! Volunteers are essential to the success of our event and our mission, helping us continue fueling breakthroughs for type 1 diabetes (T1D). Your support makes a real difference! We have several volunteer roles available, including event check-in; on course rest stop support; finish line support; and more.

Our ride takes place September 11-14, 2025 in North Falmouth, MA.

To sign up, please visit: https://www2.breakthrought1d.org/site/TR?fr_id=10176&pg=informational&type=fr_informational&sid=1095

It takes an incredible team to bring our events to life, and we're so thankful for our amazing volunteers! Below, you'll find descriptions and requirements for each volunteer position. Please note volunteer roles are filled on a first come, first serve basis.

All volunteer activities will take place on or near our host hotel, the Sea Crest Beach Resort, 350 Quaker Road, North Falmouth, MA 02556. Weekend dates: September 11-14, 2025.

Volunteer Roles Available:

Behind The Scenes Crew

Job Description: Help Breakthrough T1D staff with pre-event preparation.

This position includes, but is not limited to:

• Organizing posters
• Stuffing rider packets (name badges, rider numbers, etc.)
• Registration set up

Requirements: This position is for volunteers traveling early to the Ride venue. We ask that you be available to volunteer at the host hotel or registration staging area for Ride Weekend, during the day on Wednesday from 12 PM - 5 PM or on Thursday from 10 AM - 2 PM for a minimum of two (2) hours.

Ride Registration Enthusiasts

Job Description: Volunteers are needed to assist Breakthrough T1D staff at Registration/Check In.

This position includes, but is not limited to:

• Registration set up
• Collecting waivers
• Distributing rider packets
• Answering general questions
• Managing volunteer check-in area

Requirements: No prerequisites. Volunteers will meet with Breakthrough T1D staff prior to their shift for further instructions. Volunteers should be available during the day on Thursday & Friday for a minimum of two hours between 2 PM - 7 PM on Thursday and 9 AM - 6 PM on Friday.

Poster Distribution Crew

Job Description: Volunteers are needed to label and hang motivational door posters on riders' hotel room doors as well as in other designated areas as noted.

Requirements: Must be available during the day on Friday. Volunteers should be available for a minimum of two (2) hours between 11 AM - 5 PM.

Start Line Stagers

Job Description: Help get Breakthrough T1D riders off to a great start, whether it be forming a sendoff cheering section or helping with directing riders and spectators! This will include helping Breakthrough T1D crew direct riders on how to get to the start line and on the shuttles.

Requirements: This position is great for volunteers who will be at the finish line area in the afternoon or are volunteering at a rest stop that starts later in the day. Must be available on Saturday from 6:30 AM - 8:30 AM (Shift time may vary by ride location)

Rest Stop Enthusiasts

Job Description: These volunteers will work with our Breakthrough T1D crew and Volunteer Captain at various rest stops along the route. Our riders need extra fuel and motivation throughout the day to help keep them going, and this group of volunteers will help keep them inspired throughout the course. This is a great volunteer position to see first-hand what ride day is all about!

This position includes, but is not limited to:

• Refilling water bottles
• Replenishing food/beverages
• Making peanut butter and jelly sandwiches
• Putting bikes on bike racks and/or helping get them off a box truck at a specific location
• Help cheer on our riders as they come in to keep them motivated

Requirements: It is encouraged that volunteers for this position have their own vehicle, but it is not required. For those volunteers who will not have their own vehicle, staff can help coordinate transportation between volunteers during the on-site volunteer meeting. Volunteers must be available for a minimum of three (3) hours between 6 AM - 5 PM. Course maps and directions will be provided in advance.

Finish Line Fun Crew & Bike Valet

Finish line volunteers will alternate between these jobs on Ride Day as able.

Finish Line Fun Crew Job Description: These volunteers will be stationed at the Breakthrough T1D finish line area to assist Breakthrough T1D staff.

This position includes but is not limited to:

• Set up/manage finish line aid station
• Distribute rider medals
• Assist announcer with identifying riders as they cross the finish line

Requirements: This position is great for volunteers who prefer staying close to the host hotel. Volunteers are welcome as long as they are able but should be available for a minimum of two (2) hours from 10 AM - 5 PM on Saturday.

Bike Valet Job Description: These volunteers will work with the Bike Room crew in collecting riders' bikes post-ride, helping to ensure all bikes are accounted for and are in the proper location for either transportation home or to be packed up for shipping.

Requirements: Volunteers for this position should be older or working with an adult. Training for any special knowledge required will occur on-site. Volunteers are welcome as long as they are able but should be available for a minimum of two (2) hours from 10 AM - 5 PM on Saturday.

Special Skill Volunteer Job Descriptions

Medical Volunteer

Job Description: We are looking for volunteers to assist our Medical Coordinator on Ride Day.

This position includes but is not limited to:

• Basic assistance to riders crossing the finish line
• Handing out cold towels
• Checking riders in once they cross the finish line
• Making sure riders safely dismount their bikes

Requirements: Volunteers should be available for four (4) hours on Ride Day, between 11 AM - 3 PM and/or 1-5 PM at the finish line. We are looking for volunteers who can determine if riders need medical attention and direct them to the medical tent to see our contracted medical team. These individuals should have previous or current experience with patient care. Nursing students who have been through clinical training are great for this position.

Photographer

Job Description: We are looking for a volunteer to capture photos of our evening events and celebration dinners. There will be a professional photographer on course and at the finish line on ride day so this volunteer will solely be assisting with coverage of the evening activities both before dinner with mingling of participants and throughout the program.

Requirements: Must own camera and have some knowledge/skill in photography. This volunteer would be responsible for their own transportation to/from the hotel where we are hosting our dinners. Volunteers should be available from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM on Thursday and Friday, and 7 PM - 9 PM on Saturday.