Whatever your talent may be, the 500 Festival wants to put it to good use. The 500 Festival announced today that Volunteer Registration for the 2013 500 Festival Volunteer Program, presented by Citizens Energy Group, is now open. Those interested in volunteering can sign-up by going to www.500festival.com. The non-profit 500 Festival is looking for volunteers to help produce a variety of community events and programs that celebrate the 500 Festival’s 2013 theme, Turbocharging Indy.
Volunteers play a critical role in generating fun and excitement at 500 Festival events. With more than 100 areas of opportunity to volunteer, the 500 Festival Volunteer Program gives anyone the chance to see the Festival’s events up close.
Volunteer opportunities are available for individuals or groups in more than 100 different areas including the nation’s largest half-marathon and one of the nation’s premier parades. The 500 Festival Volunteer Registration System includes a complete list of opportunities, descriptions of events and logistical information including dates, times and locations at www.500festival.com/volunteer.
The 500 Festival Volunteer Program is a great team-building experience for groups of all sizes. By volunteering together, companies, groups and families benefit by giving back to the community and experiencing a 56-year tradition in Indianapolis. The 500 Festival works with all groups and individuals to find the event and area that best meets their needs.
Volunteering for the 500 Festival is a great opportunity to give back to the community and be a part of one of Indiana’s greatest legacies. Those who sign-up to volunteer will receive a 500 Festival volunteer T-shirt, a Volunteer Program Pin, complimentary meals, refreshments, parking and guaranteed fun.
Every year since 2007, the 500 Festival Volunteer Program has been presented a Pinnacle Award from the International Festival & Events Association (IFEA). In 2011 and 2012, the program won a Gold Pinnacle for Overall Best Volunteer Program. The IFEA recognizes outstanding examples of quality and creativity in the promotional programs and materials produced by its 2,400 member festivals and events around the world.
Additional information or questions may be directed to Lindsay Blythe, Volunteer & Program Manager, at (317) 614-6112 or via email to lblythe@500festival.com. The 500 Festival Volunteer Program is sponsored by Citizens Energy Group, Marsh, Pepsi and Aquafina.
Source: 500 Festival