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9th Annual Arizona Balloon Classic to benefit the Valley of the Sun United Way signup sheet
Arizona's Premier Hot Air Balloon Race and Festival. Friday-Sunday, January 24th - 26th, 2020 at the Goodyear Ballpark in Goodyear. 1933 S. Ballpark Way, Goodyear, Az 85338. (Estrella Pkwy & Lower Buckeye - South of I-10) Map is on the event website. For additional event information visit the website at www.abcfest.com or our facebook @arizonaballoonclassic.
Please check the list below to see where we need your help. The volunteer check-in tent will be located next to the Box Office. Please check in 30 minutes prior to your shift to go over the FUN stuff.
Volunteers will receive 2 FREE event tickets, snacks, meals (during lunch or dinner shifts) and a t-shirt when you check in for your shift. You'll receive a FREE parking pass too (e-mailed to you a week before the event). Feel free to pass the word along to recruit more help. You may copy and paste the volunteer signup link or direct your family and friends to the event website. A brief description is listed below. If you have any questions after looking over the information please e-mail info@abcfest.com and we will get back to you.
Thank you! Looking forward to a fun and exciting weekend!!
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Site Operations - Volunteering for Site Operations offers a wide range of duties. You will be the main person who makes the Arizona Balloon Classic a fun and enjoyable event not only for pilots, sponsors & vendors, but also for your fellow volunteers. You will assist with the facilitation of site layout, set-up, maintenance and overall event cleanliness ensuring that the grounds are kept neat, clean and free of debris. This includes making sure that trash receptacles are emptied regularly, supplies are available, and sponsors & vendors have what they need for a great experience.
Wednesday, January 22nd, 9:00am-5:00pm
1
1
Site Operations - Volunteering for Site Operations offers a wide range of duties. You will be the main person who makes the Arizona Balloon Classic a fun and enjoyable event not only for pilots, sponsors & vendors, but also for your fellow volunteers. You will assist with the facilitation of site layout, set-up, maintenance and overall event cleanliness ensuring that the grounds are kept neat, clean and free of debris. This includes making sure that trash receptacles are emptied regularly, supplies are available, and sponsors & vendors have what they need for a great experience.
Wednesday, January 22nd, 9:00am-12:00pm
Denny S.,
FULL
Site Operations - Volunteering for Site Operations offers a wide range of duties. You will be the main person who makes the Arizona Balloon Classic a fun and enjoyable event not only for pilots, sponsors & vendors, but also for your fellow volunteers. You will assist with the facilitation of site layout, set-up, maintenance and overall event cleanliness ensuring that the grounds are kept neat, clean and free of debris. This includes making sure that trash receptacles are emptied regularly, supplies are available, and sponsors & vendors have what they need for a great experience.
Wednesday, January 22nd, 12:00-5:00pm
Lawrence S.,
FULL
Site Operations - Volunteering for Site Operations offers a wide range of duties. You will be the main person who makes the Arizona Balloon Classic a fun and enjoyable event not only for pilots, sponsors & vendors, but also for your fellow volunteers. You will assist with the facilitation of site layout, set-up, maintenance and overall event cleanliness ensuring that the grounds are kept neat, clean and free of debris. This includes making sure that trash receptacles are emptied regularly, supplies are available, and sponsors & vendors have what they need for a great experience.
Thursday, January 23rd, 9:00am-5:00pm
Patricia K.,
1
1
Site Operations - Volunteering for Site Operations offers a wide range of duties. You will be the main person who makes the Arizona Balloon Classic a fun and enjoyable event not only for pilots, sponsors & vendors, but also for your fellow volunteers. You will assist with the facilitation of site layout, set-up, maintenance and overall event cleanliness ensuring that the grounds are kept neat, clean and free of debris. This includes making sure that trash receptacles are emptied regularly, supplies are available, and sponsors & vendors have what they need for a great experience.
Thursday, January 23rd, 9:00am-12:00pm
Dean W.,
FULL
Site Operations - Volunteering for Site Operations offers a wide range of duties. You will be the main person who makes the Arizona Balloon Classic a fun and enjoyable event not only for pilots, sponsors & vendors, but also for your fellow volunteers. You will assist with the facilitation of site layout, set-up, maintenance and overall event cleanliness ensuring that the grounds are kept neat, clean and free of debris. This includes making sure that trash receptacles are emptied regularly, supplies are available, and sponsors & vendors have what they need for a great experience.
Thursday, January 23rd, 12:00-5:00pm
1
1
Gate Greeter/Security - You'll be charged with making sure all our fans have their tickets/passes to get through the entrance of the event. This will include the vendor gate entrance & exit. Making sure no unauthorized items or vehicles come into our event and being vigilante for suspicious activities. Work in partnership with the Goodyear Police.
Thursday, January 23rd, 12:00-5:00pm
Yolly W.,
Chris W.,
FULL
Vendor Setup - Vendor site layout teaming up with our Site Operations Committee begins Wednesday, January 22nd, 2020 at the Arizona Balloon Classic site, Goodyear Ballpark - Lot #4 on the NE corner of Estrella Pkwy & Ballpark Way (1933 S. Ballpark Way, Goodyear, Arizona 85338). Assists with the “Check-in” and placement of all exhibit spaces for sponsors, food vendors, and retail vendors.
Thursday, January 23rd, 7:00am-5:00pm
1
1
Vendor Setup - Vendor site layout teaming up with our Site Operations Committee begins Wednesday, January 22nd, 2020 at the Arizona Balloon Classic site, Goodyear Ballpark - Lot #4 on the NE corner of Estrella Pkwy & Ballpark Way (1933 S. Ballpark Way, Goodyear, Arizona 85338). Assists with the “Check-in” and placement of all exhibit spaces for sponsors, food vendors, and retail vendors.
Thursday, January 23rd, 7:00am-12:00pm
Denny S.,
Andrea H.,
Jessica E.,
FULL
Vendor Setup - Vendor site layout teaming up with our Site Operations Committee begins Wednesday, January 22nd, 2020 at the Arizona Balloon Classic site, Goodyear Ballpark - Lot #4 on the NE corner of Estrella Pkwy & Ballpark Way (1933 S. Ballpark Way, Goodyear, Arizona 85338). Assists with the “Check-in” and placement of all exhibit spaces for sponsors, food vendors, and retail vendors.
Thursday, January 23rd, 12:00-5:00pm
Jeff L.,
Andrea H.,
Rebecca N.,
FULL
Gate Greeter/Security - You'll be charged with making sure all our fans have their tickets/passes to get through the entrance of the event. This will include the vendor gate entrance & exit. Making sure no unauthorized items or vehicles come into our event and being vigilante for suspicious activities. Work in partnership with the Goodyear Police.
Friday, January 24th, 6:00-11:00am
Jeff L.,
1
1
Balloon Crew - Assisting on the balloon crew is one of the most important opportunities for a volunteer. The pilot values you by your part in working together with the pilot's crew. It is important that you do not have any back or leg problems, as you will be assisting with the layout, inflation, and launch of the hot air balloon. You may be asked to ride with the chase crew as they follow the balloon and help deflate and pack up the balloon after the flight. You may also have operational responsibility.
Friday, January 24th, 6:30-8:30am
Show 24 names
Cyndi P.,
Bill E.,
Ronald B.,
Valerie B.,
Denise S.,
Cyndy P.,
Kyoko I.,
Jay S.,
Mary S.,
Greg M.,
Jan M.,
Diana B.,
Frank B.,
Samantha Y.,
Wendy K.,
Joan D.,
Joe M.,
Jennifer O.,
Alexa Q.,
Candace T.,
Calvin L.,
Robert P.,
Mary S.,
LaBarbara D.,
FULL
Volunteer Host - Volunteer to assist volunteers. Your cheerful attitude will be the example as you assist with the volunteer check in. You will be making sure that all volunteers have signed in, have their field pass, have all the information needed for their assignment, received their t-shirts and tickets. Your responsibilities also include replenishing the volunteers' water, soda and snacks in the Volunteer tent.
Friday, January 24th, 6:30-10:30am
Patti A.,
Thelma S.,
FULL
Vendor Setup - Vendor site layout teaming up with our Site Operations Committee begins Wednesday, January 22nd, 2020 at the Arizona Balloon Classic site, Goodyear Ballpark - Lot #4 on the NE corner of Estrella Pkwy & Ballpark Way (1933 S. Ballpark Way, Goodyear, Arizona 85338). Assists with the “Check-in” and placement of all exhibit spaces for sponsors, food vendors, and retail vendors.
Friday, January 24th, 7:00am-12:00pm
Timothy K.,
Debbie K.,
2
2
Site Operations - Volunteering for Site Operations offers a wide range of duties. You will be the main person who makes the Arizona Balloon Classic a fun and enjoyable event not only for pilots, sponsors & vendors, but also for your fellow volunteers. You will assist with the facilitation of site layout, set-up, maintenance and overall event cleanliness ensuring that the grounds are kept neat, clean and free of debris. This includes making sure that trash receptacles are emptied regularly, supplies are available, and sponsors & vendors have what they need for a great experience.
Friday, January 24th, 9:00am-3:00pm
Lawrence S.,
1
1
Site Operations - Volunteering for Site Operations offers a wide range of duties. You will be the main person who makes the Arizona Balloon Classic a fun and enjoyable event not only for pilots, sponsors & vendors, but also for your fellow volunteers. You will assist with the facilitation of site layout, set-up, maintenance and overall event cleanliness ensuring that the grounds are kept neat, clean and free of debris. This includes making sure that trash receptacles are emptied regularly, supplies are available, and sponsors & vendors have what they need for a great experience.
Friday, January 24th, 9:00am-12:00pm
Dean W.,
1
1
Site Operations - Volunteering for Site Operations offers a wide range of duties. You will be the main person who makes the Arizona Balloon Classic a fun and enjoyable event not only for pilots, sponsors & vendors, but also for your fellow volunteers. You will assist with the facilitation of site layout, set-up, maintenance and overall event cleanliness ensuring that the grounds are kept neat, clean and free of debris. This includes making sure that trash receptacles are emptied regularly, supplies are available, and sponsors & vendors have what they need for a great experience.
Friday, January 24th, 12:00-3:00pm
Marlene and dan L.,
1
1
Volunteer Host - Volunteer to assist volunteers. Your cheerful attitude will be the example as you assist with the volunteer check in. You will be making sure that all volunteers have signed in, have their field pass, have all the information needed for their assignment, received their t-shirts and tickets. Your responsibilities also include replenishing the volunteers' water, soda and snacks in the Volunteer tent.
Friday, January 24th, 10:30am-2:30pm
Cheryl S.,
Jessica E.,
FULL
Gate Greeter/Security - You'll be charged with making sure all our fans have their tickets/passes to get through the entrance of the event. This will include the vendor gate entrance & exit. Making sure no unauthorized items or vehicles come into our event and being vigilante for suspicious activities. Work in partnership with the Goodyear Police.
Friday, January 24th, 11:00am-4:00pm
Denise D.,
Karen M.,
2
2
Pilot/VIP Host - Here's an opportunity to meet and greet the Hot Air Balloon Pilot & Crews. The Pilots’ Tent is their home away from the balloon. You will assist the pilots with their check in, handing them the information packet, and making sure they know where their launch area is located. Your responsibilities also include replenishing the pilots' water, soda, and snacks in the Pilots’ Tent.
Friday, January 24th, 3:00-6:00pm
Janice G.,
Thomas M.,
FULL
Site Operations - Volunteering for Site Operations offers a wide range of duties. You will be the main person who makes the Arizona Balloon Classic a fun and enjoyable event not only for pilots, sponsors & vendors, but also for your fellow volunteers. You will assist with the facilitation of site layout, set-up, maintenance and overall event cleanliness ensuring that the grounds are kept neat, clean and free of debris. This includes making sure that trash receptacles are emptied regularly, supplies are available, and sponsors & vendors have what they need for a great experience.
Friday, January 24th, 3:00-10:00pm
Larry S.,
3
3
Ticket Taker - Pretty simple task. Take and secure tickets and passes from our fans entering the Arizona Balloon Classic gate. Giving out wristbands to our fans returning to the next event.
Friday, January 24th, 3:30-8:00pm
Erinn C.,
Levi S.,
Olivia G.,
Kim C.,
Raymund C.,
1
1
Box Office - Selling tickets of all levels to our fans attending the Arizona Balloon Classic. Do you enjoy the retail environment taking cash or operating our cool credit card devises? This team is for you. Banking, accounting and booking keeping experience a plus.
Friday, January 24th, 3:30-8:30pm
6
6
Event Ambassador - Are you a person who enjoys sharing information, directions and answering questions? Do you like helping people? We need you at the information tent to serve as an Event Ambassador. You are the most important person to our fans who attend the Arizona Balloon Classic. You are the person who has the site maps to point out where a specific booth, food vendor, restrooms, and ATM machines are located. You will also know the times of the events and entertainment and where they will be held. Assist in giving out CORRECT information to our fans and community that will attend the Arizona Balloon Classic.
Friday, January 24th, 3:30-8:30pm
Show 8 names
Therese J.,
Diane B.,
GEORGE H.,
Robert B.,
Janell B.,
Craig B.,
Lynn M.,
Roland M.,
FULL
Beer Garden Host - Assist with the operations & process of our very popular “Beer Garden” to benefit the Valley of the Sun United Way. You’ll assist with ID Check, selling of beer & liquor product, cleanliness of the area and making sure our fans & sponsors have a great & safe experience. Must be at least 21 years old.
Friday, January 24th, 3:30-8:30pm
Show 10 names
Mary E.,
Dawn F.,
Kelley S.,
Linette S.,
Steve S.,
Madeline M.,
Paul M.,
Cathy D.,
Denny S.,
Irene L.,
FULL
Volunteer Host - Volunteer to assist volunteers. Your cheerful attitude will be the example as you assist with the volunteer check in. You will be making sure that all volunteers have signed in, have their field pass, have all the information needed for their assignment, received their t-shirts and tickets. Your responsibilities also include replenishing the volunteers' water, soda and snacks in the Volunteer tent.
Friday, January 24th, 2:30-5:30pm
Edward E.,
Leona E.,
FULL
Gate Greeter/Security - You'll be charged with making sure all our fans have their tickets/passes to get through the entrance of the event. This will include the vendor gate entrance & exit. Making sure no unauthorized items or vehicles come into our event and being vigilante for suspicious activities. Work in partnership with the Goodyear Police.
Friday, January 24th, 4:00-9:00pm
Jeff L.,
3
3
Balloon Crew - Assisting on the balloon crew is one of the most important opportunities for a volunteer. The pilot values you by your part in working together with the pilot's crew. It is important that you do not have any back or leg problems, as you will be assisting with the layout, inflation, and launch of the hot air balloon. You may be asked to ride with the chase crew as they follow the balloon and help deflate and pack up the balloon after the flight. You may also have operational responsibility.
Friday, January 24th, 5:00-9:00pm
Teresa S.,
Tina H.,
Bill E.,
Denise S.,
Rebecca N.,
Jan M.,
Greg M.,
Calvin L.,
Yvonn L.,
Sean L.,
Madeline L.,
Gayle H.,
Diana B.,
Frank B.,
Liz V.,
25
25
Beer Garden Entertainment/Stage - Here's an opportunity to be in the limelight as a volunteer. You will be working on stage, sound & lighting equipment and assisting the Stage Manager with bands/DJ setup, sound checks, and breakdown. You will also be making sure the band members and crew have plenty of water and refreshments available during their gig. Coordinates and operates the schedule of the Main, Street FoodFest and QT Family Fun Zone stages.
Friday, January 24th, 6:00-9:00pm
Lori S.,
Victor S.,
FULL
Gate Greeter/Security - You'll be charged with making sure all our fans have their tickets/passes to get through the entrance of the event. This will include the vendor gate entrance & exit. Making sure no unauthorized items or vehicles come into our event and being vigilante for suspicious activities. Work in partnership with the Goodyear Police.
Saturday, January 25th, 6:00-11:00am
Gina S.,
Samuel S.,
Roger G.,
Rene C.,
FULL
Balloon Crew - Assisting on the balloon crew is one of the most important opportunities for a volunteer. The pilot values you by your part in working together with the pilot's crew. It is important that you do not have any back or leg problems, as you will be assisting with the layout, inflation, and launch of the hot air balloon. You may be asked to ride with the chase crew as they follow the balloon and help deflate and pack up the balloon after the flight. You may also have operational responsibility.
Saturday, January 25th, 6:30-8:30am
Teresa S.,
Bill E.,
teng c.,
Greg M.,
Jan M.,
Maria C.,
Debbie K.,
Timothy K.,
Calvin L.,
Michael P.,
Wally Z.,
Jennifer O.,
Tara A.,
Sydney P.,
Daniela O.,
Frank B.,
Tim H.,
Robert P.,
Sandra V.,
21
21
Box Office - Selling tickets of all levels to our fans attending the Arizona Balloon Classic. Do you enjoy the retail environment taking cash or operating our cool credit card devises? This team is for you. Banking, accounting and booking keeping experience a plus.
Saturday, January 25th, 6:30-9:30am
Betty P.,
Polly W.,
Jason B.,
Kharlee B.,
Erin G.,
1
1
Beer Garden Entertainment/Stage - Here's an opportunity to be in the limelight as a volunteer. You will be working on stage, sound & lighting equipment and assisting the Stage Manager with bands/DJ setup, sound checks, and breakdown. You will also be making sure the band members and crew have plenty of water and refreshments available during their gig. Coordinates and operates the schedule of the Main, Street FoodFest and QT Family Fun Zone stages.
Saturday, January 25th, 9:00am-1:00pm
Christopher C.,
Justin L.,
FULL
Event Ambassador - Are you a person who enjoys sharing information, directions and answering questions? Do you like helping people? We need you at the information tent to serve as an Event Ambassador. You are the most important person to our fans who attend the Arizona Balloon Classic. You are the person who has the site maps to point out where a specific booth, food vendor, restrooms, and ATM machines are located. You will also know the times of the events and entertainment and where they will be held. Assist in giving out CORRECT information to our fans and community that will attend the Arizona Balloon Classic.
Saturday, January 25th, 6:30-9:30am
Siti H.,
Peggy L.,
Jazmyne L.,
Amy G.,
Frankie P.,
Eric G.,
FULL
Ticket Taker - Pretty simple task. Take and secure tickets and passes from our fans entering the Arizona Balloon Classic gate. Giving out wristbands to our fans returning to the next event.
Saturday, January 25th, 6:30-9:30am
Andrea A.,
Triny N.,
Jaiden B.,
1
1
Volunteer Host - Volunteer to assist volunteers. Your cheerful attitude will be the example as you assist with the volunteer check in. You will be making sure that all volunteers have signed in, have their field pass, have all the information needed for their assignment, received their t-shirts and tickets. Your responsibilities also include replenishing the volunteers' water, soda and snacks in the Volunteer tent.
Saturday, January 25th, 6:30-10:30am
Jody T.,
David T.,
FULL
Pilot/VIP Host - Here's an opportunity to meet and greet the Hot Air Balloon Pilot & Crews. The Pilots’ Tent is their home away from the balloon. You will assist the pilots with their check in, handing them the information packet, and making sure they know where their launch area is located. Your responsibilities also include replenishing the pilots' water, soda, and snacks in the Pilots’ Tent.
Saturday, January 25th, 6:30-10:30am
Rhonda S.,
Savannah S.,
Linda W.,
Samantha Y.,
FULL
Site Operations - Volunteering for Site Operations offers a wide range of duties. You will be the main person who makes the Arizona Balloon Classic a fun and enjoyable event not only for pilots, sponsors & vendors, but also for your fellow volunteers. You will assist with the facilitation of site layout, set-up, maintenance and overall event cleanliness ensuring that the grounds are kept neat, clean and free of debris. This includes making sure that trash receptacles are emptied regularly, supplies are available, and sponsors & vendors have what they need for a great experience.
Saturday, January 25th, 9:00am-3:00pm
jennifer C.,
1
1
Site Operations - Volunteering for Site Operations offers a wide range of duties. You will be the main person who makes the Arizona Balloon Classic a fun and enjoyable event not only for pilots, sponsors & vendors, but also for your fellow volunteers. You will assist with the facilitation of site layout, set-up, maintenance and overall event cleanliness ensuring that the grounds are kept neat, clean and free of debris. This includes making sure that trash receptacles are emptied regularly, supplies are available, and sponsors & vendors have what they need for a great experience.
Saturday, January 25th, 9:00am-12:00pm
Dean W.,
1
1
Site Operations - Volunteering for Site Operations offers a wide range of duties. You will be the main person who makes the Arizona Balloon Classic a fun and enjoyable event not only for pilots, sponsors & vendors, but also for your fellow volunteers. You will assist with the facilitation of site layout, set-up, maintenance and overall event cleanliness ensuring that the grounds are kept neat, clean and free of debris. This includes making sure that trash receptacles are emptied regularly, supplies are available, and sponsors & vendors have what they need for a great experience.
Saturday, January 25th, 12:00-3:00pm
2
2
Box Office - Selling tickets of all levels to our fans attending the Arizona Balloon Classic. Do you enjoy the retail environment taking cash or operating our cool credit card devises? This team is for you. Banking, accounting and booking keeping experience a plus.
Saturday, January 25th, 9:30am-4:00pm
Aleli J.,
1
1
Box Office - Selling tickets of all levels to our fans attending the Arizona Balloon Classic. Do you enjoy the retail environment taking cash or operating our cool credit card devises? This team is for you. Banking, accounting and booking keeping experience a plus.
Saturday, January 25th, 9:30am-12:00pm
Jessica W.,
Dennis L J.,
FULL
Box Office - Selling tickets of all levels to our fans attending the Arizona Balloon Classic. Do you enjoy the retail environment taking cash or operating our cool credit card devises? This team is for you. Banking, accounting and booking keeping experience a plus.
Saturday, January 25th, 12:00-4:00pm
Tracy S.,
1
1
Event Ambassador - Are you a person who enjoys sharing information, directions and answering questions? Do you like helping people? We need you at the information tent to serve as an Event Ambassador. You are the most important person to our fans who attend the Arizona Balloon Classic. You are the person who has the site maps to point out where a specific booth, food vendor, restrooms, and ATM machines are located. You will also know the times of the events and entertainment and where they will be held. Assist in giving out CORRECT information to our fans and community that will attend the Arizona Balloon Classic.
Saturday, January 25th, 9:30am-4:00pm
Peggy L.,
1
1
Event Ambassador - Are you a person who enjoys sharing information, directions and answering questions? Do you like helping people? We need you at the information tent to serve as an Event Ambassador. You are the most important person to our fans who attend the Arizona Balloon Classic. You are the person who has the site maps to point out where a specific booth, food vendor, restrooms, and ATM machines are located. You will also know the times of the events and entertainment and where they will be held. Assist in giving out CORRECT information to our fans and community that will attend the Arizona Balloon Classic.
Saturday, January 25th, 9:30am-12:00pm
Brea B.,
Abbi T.,
FULL
Event Ambassador - Are you a person who enjoys sharing information, directions and answering questions? Do you like helping people? We need you at the information tent to serve as an Event Ambassador. You are the most important person to our fans who attend the Arizona Balloon Classic. You are the person who has the site maps to point out where a specific booth, food vendor, restrooms, and ATM machines are located. You will also know the times of the events and entertainment and where they will be held. Assist in giving out CORRECT information to our fans and community that will attend the Arizona Balloon Classic.
Saturday, January 25th, 12:00-4:00pm
Jody A.,
1
1
Ticket Taker - Pretty simple task. Take and secure tickets and passes from our fans entering the Arizona Balloon Classic gate. Giving out wristbands to our fans returning to the next event.
Saturday, January 25th, 9:30am-4:00pm
Ferhat Y.,
Jeff L.,
FULL
Ticket Taker - Pretty simple task. Take and secure tickets and passes from our fans entering the Arizona Balloon Classic gate. Giving out wristbands to our fans returning to the next event.
Saturday, January 25th, 9:30am-12:00pm
TOM V.,
Denise T.,
FULL
Ticket Taker - Pretty simple task. Take and secure tickets and passes from our fans entering the Arizona Balloon Classic gate. Giving out wristbands to our fans returning to the next event.
Saturday, January 25th, 12:00-4:00pm
Judi H.,
Christina S.,
FULL
Beer Garden Host - Assist with the operations & process of our very popular “Beer Garden” to benefit the Valley of the Sun United Way. You’ll assist with ID Check, selling of beer & liquor product, cleanliness of the area and making sure our fans & sponsors have a great & safe experience. Must be at least 21 years old.
Saturday, January 25th, 9:30am-3:30pm
Cher B.,
Jeff R.,
Pocahontas D.,
FULL
Beer Garden Host - Assist with the operations & process of our very popular “Beer Garden” to benefit the Valley of the Sun United Way. You’ll assist with ID Check, selling of beer & liquor product, cleanliness of the area and making sure our fans & sponsors have a great & safe experience. Must be at least 21 years old.
Saturday, January 25th, 9:30am-12:30pm
Todd H.,
Pocahontas D.,
1
1
Beer Garden Host - Assist with the operations & process of our very popular “Beer Garden” to benefit the Valley of the Sun United Way. You’ll assist with ID Check, selling of beer & liquor product, cleanliness of the area and making sure our fans & sponsors have a great & safe experience. Must be at least 21 years old.
Saturday, January 25th, 12:30-3:30pm
Jessica S.,
Liz Z.,
1
1
Pilot/VIP Host - Here's an opportunity to meet and greet the Hot Air Balloon Pilot & Crews. The Pilots’ Tent is their home away from the balloon. You will assist the pilots with their check in, handing them the information packet, and making sure they know where their launch area is located. Your responsibilities also include replenishing the pilots' water, soda, and snacks in the Pilots’ Tent.
Saturday, January 25th, 10:30am-2:30pm
Rochelle L.,
Ed L.,
1
1
Volunteer Host - Volunteer to assist volunteers. Your cheerful attitude will be the example as you assist with the volunteer check in. You will be making sure that all volunteers have signed in, have their field pass, have all the information needed for their assignment, received their t-shirts and tickets. Your responsibilities also include replenishing the volunteers' water, soda and snacks in the Volunteer tent.
Saturday, January 25th, 10:30am-2:30pm
Stephen M.,
Jazmyne L.,
FULL
Gate Greeter/Security - You'll be charged with making sure all our fans have their tickets/passes to get through the entrance of the event. This will include the vendor gate entrance & exit. Making sure no unauthorized items or vehicles come into our event and being vigilante for suspicious activities. Work in partnership with the Goodyear Police.
Saturday, January 25th, 11:00am-4:00pm
Gayle H.,
3
3
Volunteer Host - Volunteer to assist volunteers. Your cheerful attitude will be the example as you assist with the volunteer check in. You will be making sure that all volunteers have signed in, have their field pass, have all the information needed for their assignment, received their t-shirts and tickets. Your responsibilities also include replenishing the volunteers' water, soda and snacks in the Volunteer tent.
Saturday, January 25th, 2:30-5:30pm
Kay D.,
Janis K.,
FULL
Pilot/VIP Host - Here's an opportunity to meet and greet the Hot Air Balloon Pilot & Crews. The Pilots’ Tent is their home away from the balloon. You will assist the pilots with their check in, handing them the information packet, and making sure they know where their launch area is located. Your responsibilities also include replenishing the pilots' water, soda, and snacks in the Pilots’ Tent.
Saturday, January 25th, 2:30-8:30pm
Joe M.,
Jane M.,
Rene C.,
Rebecca N.,
FULL
Beer Garden Entertainment/Stage - Here's an opportunity to be in the limelight as a volunteer. You will be working on stage, sound & lighting equipment and assisting the Stage Manager with bands/DJ setup, sound checks, and breakdown. You will also be making sure the band members and crew have plenty of water and refreshments available during their gig. Coordinates and operates the schedule of the Main, Street FoodFest and QT Family Fun Zone stages.
Saturday, January 25th, 1:00-5:00pm
Jill B.,
William B.,
FULL
Site Operations - Volunteering for Site Operations offers a wide range of duties. You will be the main person who makes the Arizona Balloon Classic a fun and enjoyable event not only for pilots, sponsors & vendors, but also for your fellow volunteers. You will assist with the facilitation of site layout, set-up, maintenance and overall event cleanliness ensuring that the grounds are kept neat, clean and free of debris. This includes making sure that trash receptacles are emptied regularly, supplies are available, and sponsors & vendors have what they need for a great experience.
Saturday, January 25th, 3:00-10:00pm
Larry S.,
3
3
Event Ambassador - Are you a person who enjoys sharing information, directions and answering questions? Do you like helping people? We need you at the information tent to serve as an Event Ambassador. You are the most important person to our fans who attend the Arizona Balloon Classic. You are the person who has the site maps to point out where a specific booth, food vendor, restrooms, and ATM machines are located. You will also know the times of the events and entertainment and where they will be held. Assist in giving out CORRECT information to our fans and community that will attend the Arizona Balloon Classic.
Saturday, January 25th, 3:30-8:30pm
Polly W.,
LaShelle M.,
6
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Beer Garden Host - Assist with the operations & process of our very popular “Beer Garden” to benefit the Valley of the Sun United Way. You’ll assist with ID Check, selling of beer & liquor product, cleanliness of the area and making sure our fans & sponsors have a great & safe experience. Must be at least 21 years old.
Saturday, January 25th, 3:30-8:30pm
Mary E.,
Dawn F.,
Erinn C.,
Jeff L.,
Nicki M.,
MARC J.,
Rosetta C.,
Vivien C.,
Luis G.,
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Box Office - Selling tickets of all levels to our fans attending the Arizona Balloon Classic. Do you enjoy the retail environment taking cash or operating our cool credit card devises? This team is for you. Banking, accounting and booking keeping experience a plus.
Saturday, January 25th, 4:00-8:00pm
Wendy L.,
Rick and L.,
Tracy S.,
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Ticket Taker - Pretty simple task. Take and secure tickets and passes from our fans entering the Arizona Balloon Classic gate. Giving out wristbands to our fans returning to the next event.
Saturday, January 25th, 4:00-8:00pm
Jazmyne L.,
Tracy S.,
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Gate Greeter/Security - You'll be charged with making sure all our fans have their tickets/passes to get through the entrance of the event. This will include the vendor gate entrance & exit. Making sure no unauthorized items or vehicles come into our event and being vigilante for suspicious activities. Work in partnership with the Goodyear Police.
Saturday, January 25th, 4:00-9:00pm
Bethany R.,
Randen V.,
Grace C.,
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Balloon Crew - Assisting on the balloon crew is one of the most important opportunities for a volunteer. The pilot values you by your part in working together with the pilot's crew. It is important that you do not have any back or leg problems, as you will be assisting with the layout, inflation, and launch of the hot air balloon. You may be asked to ride with the chase crew as they follow the balloon and help deflate and pack up the balloon after the flight. You may also have operational responsibility.
Saturday, January 25th, 5:00-9:00pm
Bill E.,
Rebecca N.,
Jan M.,
Greg M.,
Alisia E.,
Calvin L.,
Wally Z.,
Sean B.,
Alyssa C.,
Elizabeth S.,
Kyoko I.,
Jeff E.,
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Beer Garden Host - Assist with the operations & process of our very popular “Beer Garden” to benefit the Valley of the Sun United Way. You’ll assist with ID Check, selling of beer & liquor product, cleanliness of the area and making sure our fans & sponsors have a great & safe experience. Must be at least 21 years old.
Saturday, January 25th, 6:00-8:30pm
Janice G.,
Tom M.,
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Beer Garden Entertainment/Stage - Here's an opportunity to be in the limelight as a volunteer. You will be working on stage, sound & lighting equipment and assisting the Stage Manager with bands/DJ setup, sound checks, and breakdown. You will also be making sure the band members and crew have plenty of water and refreshments available during their gig. Coordinates and operates the schedule of the Main, Street FoodFest and QT Family Fun Zone stages.
Saturday, January 25th, 5:00-9:00pm
Laura R.,
Mario R.,
FULL
Gate Greeter/Security - You'll be charged with making sure all our fans have their tickets/passes to get through the entrance of the event. This will include the vendor gate entrance & exit. Making sure no unauthorized items or vehicles come into our event and being vigilante for suspicious activities. Work in partnership with the Goodyear Police.
Sunday, January 26th, 6:00am-12:00pm
Mohamed S.,
angelena c.,
FULL
Balloon Crew - Assisting on the balloon crew is one of the most important opportunities for a volunteer. The pilot values you by your part in working together with the pilot's crew. It is important that you do not have any back or leg problems, as you will be assisting with the layout, inflation, and launch of the hot air balloon. You may be asked to ride with the chase crew as they follow the balloon and help deflate and pack up the balloon after the flight. You may also have operational responsibility.
Sunday, January 26th, 6:30-8:30am
Bill E.,
Valerie B.,
Ronald B.,
Denise S.,
Teng C.,
Greg M.,
Jan M.,
Edward W.,
Louie L.,
Sydney F.,
Max F.,
Wally Z.,
Frank B.,
Diana B.,
Wendy K.,
Korey K.,
Sabrina D.,
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Pilot/VIP Host - Here's an opportunity to meet and greet the Hot Air Balloon Pilot & Crews. The Pilots’ Tent is their home away from the balloon. You will assist the pilots with their check in, handing them the information packet, and making sure they know where their launch area is located. Your responsibilities also include replenishing the pilots' water, soda, and snacks in the Pilots’ Tent.
Sunday, January 26th, 6:30-8:30am
Teresa F.,
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Volunteer Host - Volunteer to assist volunteers. Your cheerful attitude will be the example as you assist with the volunteer check in. You will be making sure that all volunteers have signed in, have their field pass, have all the information needed for their assignment, received their t-shirts and tickets. Your responsibilities also include replenishing the volunteers' water, soda and snacks in the Volunteer tent.
Sunday, January 26th, 6:30am-12:00pm
Marj Z.,
Chris O.,
FULL
Event Ambassador - Are you a person who enjoys sharing information, directions and answering questions? Do you like helping people? We need you at the information tent to serve as an Event Ambassador. You are the most important person to our fans who attend the Arizona Balloon Classic. You are the person who has the site maps to point out where a specific booth, food vendor, restrooms, and ATM machines are located. You will also know the times of the events and entertainment and where they will be held. Assist in giving out CORRECT information to our fans and community that will attend the Arizona Balloon Classic.
Sunday, January 26th, 6:30-11:30am
Jazmyne L.,
Jeff L.,
Klavdia P.,
Zeric P.,
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Site Operations - Volunteering for Site Operations offers a wide range of duties. You will be the main person who makes the Arizona Balloon Classic a fun and enjoyable event not only for pilots, sponsors & vendors, but also for your fellow volunteers. You will assist with the facilitation of site layout, set-up, maintenance and overall event cleanliness ensuring that the grounds are kept neat, clean and free of debris. This includes making sure that trash receptacles are emptied regularly, supplies are available, and sponsors & vendors have what they need for a great experience.
Sunday, January 26th, 7:00am-12:00pm
Natalia Z.,
Brooklyn B.,
Karizma P.,
Karizma P.,
FULL
Beer Garden Entertainment/Stage - Here's an opportunity to be in the limelight as a volunteer. You will be working on stage, sound & lighting equipment and assisting the Stage Manager with bands/DJ setup, sound checks, and breakdown. You will also be making sure the band members and crew have plenty of water and refreshments available during their gig. Coordinates and operates the schedule of the Main, Street FoodFest and QT Family Fun Zone stages.
Sunday, January 26th, 8:00am-12:00pm
Jeffrey R.,
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Beer Garden Host - Assist with the operations & process of our very popular “Beer Garden” to benefit the Valley of the Sun United Way. You’ll assist with ID Check, selling of beer & liquor product, cleanliness of the area and making sure our fans & sponsors have a great & safe experience. Must be at least 21 years old.
Sunday, January 26th, 8:00am-12:00pm
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