The Alzheimer`s Association Walk to End Alzheimer`sTM is the

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2013 San Francisco
Volunteer Application
Event Overview
The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’sTM is the nation’s largest event to raise awareness and funds
for Alzheimer care, support and research. The Walk to End Alzheimer’s movement unites the entire community in a
display of combined strength and dedication. Sponsors, team captains, walk participants, and volunteers are the
leaders in the effort to defeat this devastating disease. Together, we can end Alzheimer’s — the nation’s sixthleading cause of death.
Where:
Mission Creek Park
290 Channel Street, San Francisco, CA 94158
When:
Saturday, September 21, 2013
Volunteer Check-In Opens at 6:00am
Walker Check-In Opens at 8:00am
Walk Starts at 9:30am
Length:
3-Mile Walk
1.5-Mile Shortcut Route
Contact:
Tessie Calligeros, Volunteer Engagement Manager
Email: norcal-walkvolunteer@alz.org, Phone: 650.962.8111
Website: http://act.alz.org/sanfrancisco2013
Volunteer Involvement
Walk to End Alzheimer’sTM would not be possible without the support of our fantastic volunteers! As a volunteer,
we count on your invaluable contribution of time and energy to make the event a success. Volunteers provide
support in the following important ways.
Event Set-Up takes place the day before the Walk. Duties include unloading boxes, supplies, tables, and other
materials which are then set-up throughout the park. This is a casual day where we work together and use our
muscles to set the stage for Walk to End Alzheimer’s!
Walk Day is busy, fun, and high energy! Volunteers will be working to accomplish essential tasks and interacting
with walkers to make this a great experience. Duties include:
General Event Setup – Setup tables, chairs, signs and other materials as needed for the event.
Walker Registration – Setup tables, check-in walkers according to lists, process donations, etc.
Event Runners – Assist staff with pop-up needs, run information and materials throughout site.
Volunteer Check-In – Assist with volunteer check-in, serve breakfast, and attend as needed.
Family Pavilion – Assist with setup, provide face painting, facilitate activities, and as needed.
Remembrance Area – Attend pavilion, assist guests with posting remembrance notes, etc.
Transportation Attendants – Assist with parking, street crossing, shuttles, and greeting guests.
Roaming Advocates – Stationed at registration and roaming: sign-up walkers to be advocates.
Corporate Sponsor Area – Act as contact for sponsors, attend and assist with pop-up needs.
Garbage & Recycling Monitors – Monitor event site for cleanliness, assist with emptying bins.
VIP Check-In & Services – Greet VIP walkers, check-in, process donations, attend as needed.
Walk Route Monitors – Setup and mark the route with signs and supplies, monitor the walk.
Walker Cheer Squad – Cheer for and motivate walkers at start line and all along the route.
Event Break-Down – Remove tables and chairs, pack materials, load-out, and clean event area.
2013 San Francisco
Volunteer Application
Personal Information
First Name
Last Name
Mailing Address
City
State
ZIP
Email
Daytime Phone
T-Shirt Size
Cell Phone
Small
Medium
Large
X-Large
Additional Information (Please indicate any health restrictions of which we should be aware.)
Assignment Details
Friday, September 20 – Set-Up Day
I am available to help with event set-up at Mission Creek Park on Friday, 10:00am-4:00pm.
Saturday, September 21 – Walk Day
I am not registering to walk, and am available to help anytime Saturday, 6:00am-3:00pm.
OR
Because I am registering to walk, I am available as a volunteer only at the following times:
___ 6:00am-9:30am before the walk
and/or
___ 11:00am-3:00pm after the walk
Please rank your preference for volunteer assignments below, with ‘1’ being your most preferred choice. We will
make every attempt to accommodate your selection, but we may have to place you in an area where we have the
greatest need for volunteers. Note that times below represent overall hours, and staffing may be divided into shifts
for some assignments.
___ General Event Set-Up (6:00am-9:00am)
___ Roaming/Reg. Advocates (7:00am-12:00pm)
___ Walker Registration (6:00am-12:00pm)
___ Corporate Sponsor Area (7:00am-12:00pm)
___ Event Runners (6:00am–11:00am)
___ Garbage & Recycling Monitors (7:00am-12:00pm)
___ Volunteer Check-In Tent (6:00am-11:00am)
___ VIP Check-In & Services (7:00am-12:00pm)
___ Family Pavilion (7:00am-12:00pm)
___ Walk Route Monitors (7:00am-12:00pm)
___ Remembrance Pavilion (7:00am-12:00pm)
___ Walker Cheer Squad (9:00am-12:00pm)
___ Transportation Attendants (7:00am-12:00pm)
___ Event Break-Down & Clean-Up (11:00am-3:00pm)
___ Place Me As Needed / Anywhere (6:00am-3:00pm)
I can make myself available to attend a training session (conference call) before the event.
Please return your completed application to: Volunteer Engagement Manager, Alzheimer’s Association
email /norcal-walkvolunteer@alz.org / fax 650.962.9644 / mail 1060 La Avenida, Mountain View, CA 94043
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