SHE RUNS Grand Rapids Volunteer Registration

Late Registration (Expo) High Priority

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You must be 16-99 years old to volunteer for this task.

September 26, 2026

9:15 am EDT - 12:15 pm EDT (At least 4 more needed)

12:00 pm EDT - 3:30 pm EDT (At least 3 more needed)

3:15 pm EDT - 6:15 pm EDT (At least 3 more needed)

Details

Volunteers will assist guests in registering for the event, assign bib numbers, and distribute event shirts.

Event Check-in (Expo) High Priority

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You must be 16-99 years old to volunteer for this task.

September 26, 2026

9:15 am EDT - 12:15 pm EDT (At least 6 more needed)

12:00 pm EDT - 3:30 pm EDT (At least 6 more needed)

3:15 pm EDT - 6:15 pm EDT (At least 6 more needed)

Details

Volunteers will check-in registered participants, assign bib numbers, and distribute event shirts.

Start/Finish Line Set-Up Medium Priority

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You must be 16-99 years old to volunteer for this task.

September 26, 2026

6:00 pm EDT - 8:00 pm EDT (At least 8 more needed)

Details

Volunteers will stage fencing, banners and the start/finish truss, along with post-event hydration/nutrition on tables at John Ball Park. Volunteers should be able to lift at least 25 lbs. and will be outside so dress for the weather.

Race Day Festival Set-up Medium Priority

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You must be 16-99 years old to volunteer for this task.

September 26, 2026

6:30 pm EDT - 8:00 pm EDT (At least 6 more needed)

Details

Volunteers will help stage tables, chairs, and décor. Volunteers should be able to lift at least 25 lbs. and will be outside so dress for the weather.

Start/Finish Line Medium Priority

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You must be 16-99 years old to volunteer for this task.

September 27, 2026

6:00 am EDT - 9:30 am EDT (At least 8 more needed)

9:15 am EDT - 12:45 pm EDT (At least 8 more needed)

Details

Finish setting up any fencing, banners, etc. and unpack post-event nutrition/hydration in designated area. Volunteers should be able to lift at least 25 lbs. and will be outside so dress for the weather.

Late Registration (Race Day) High Priority

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You must be 16-99 years old to volunteer for this task.

September 27, 2026

6:30 am EDT - 9:30 am EDT (At least 3 more needed)

Details

Volunteers will assist guests in late registering for their event, assign bib numbers, and distribute event shirts. Volunteers will be outside so dress for the weather.

Information Tent Medium Priority

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You must be 16-99 years old to volunteer for this task.

September 27, 2026

6:30 am EDT - 9:45 am EDT (At least 4 more needed)

9:30 am EDT - 12:45 pm EDT (At least 4 more needed)

Details

Volunteers will help check-in volunteers and provide way-finding. Volunteers will be outside so dress for the weather.

Race Day Festival Medium Priority

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You must be 21-99 years old to volunteer for this task.

September 27, 2026

7:00 am EDT - 10:15 am EDT (At least 10 more needed)

10:15 am EDT - 1:30 pm EDT (At least 10 more needed)

Details

Volunteers will help set tables/chairs, check ids, wristband guests 21 and over, pour/serve beverages, and bus tables. Volunteers will be outside so dress for the weather.

Course Marshals/Wayfinders High Priority

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You must be 16-99 years old to volunteer for this task.

September 27, 2026

7:45 am EDT - 10:45 am EDT (At least 24 more needed)

10:30 am EDT - 1:00 pm EDT (At least 10 more needed)

Details

Volunteers will be available at key spots on the courses to direct participants and place cones/barriers to re-direct vehicle traffic. Volunteers will be outside so dress for the weather.

Event Tear Down Medium Priority

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You must be 16-99 years old to volunteer for this task.

September 27, 2026

12:30 pm EDT - 3:00 pm EDT (At least 12 more needed)

Details

Assist with taking down tables, stacking chairs, rolling banners, etc. to put John Ball Park back together. Volunteers should be able to lift at least 25 lbs. and will be outside so dress for the weather.

Green Team Medium Priority

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You must be 16-99 years old to volunteer for this task.

September 27, 2026

6:30 am EDT - 10:15 am EDT (At least 8 more needed)

10:00 am EDT - 1:45 pm EDT (At least 8 more needed)

Details

Sort guest and event refuse into recycling or composting bins to help achieve Zero Waste status. Volunteers will be outside so dress for the weather.

Post-Event Nutrition/Hydration High Priority

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You must be 16-99 years old to volunteer for this task.

September 27, 2026

6:15 am EDT - 9:45 am EDT (At least 8 more needed)

9:30 am EDT - 1:00 pm EDT (At least 8 more needed)

Details

Distribute post-event nutrition/hydration and help tear down finish line after event. Volunteers should be able to live 25 lbs. and will be outside so dress for the weather.

Event Check-in (Race Day) High Priority

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You must be 16-99 years old to volunteer for this task.

September 27, 2026

6:30 am EDT - 9:30 am EDT (At least 8 more needed)

Details

Volunteers will check-in already registered participants, assign bibs, and distribute event shirts. Volunteers will be outside so dress for the weather.

Gear Check Medium Priority

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You must be 16-99 years old to volunteer for this task.

September 27, 2026

6:30 am EDT - 9:30 am EDT (At least 3 more needed)

9:15 am EDT - 12:45 pm EDT (At least 2 more needed)

Details

Volunteers will assist participants in packing event-provided bags with their gear and storing for safekeeping during the event. Gear will be picked up by participants after the event. Volunteers will be outside so dress for the weather.

Finish Line Wayfinders Medium Priority

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You must be 16-99 years old to volunteer for this task.

September 27, 2026

8:00 am EDT - 10:30 am EDT (At least 3 more needed)

10:15 am EDT - 12:45 pm EDT (At least 3 more needed)

Details

Direct participants to keep moving after the finish line toward post-event nutrition/hydration and direct spectators away from entering finish line zone. Volunteers will be outside so dress for the weather.

Race Awards Presenter Low Priority

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You must be 16-99 years old to volunteer for this task.

September 27, 2026

9:00 am EDT - 12:00 pm EDT (At least 2 more needed)

Details

Volunteers will distribute awards to participants following the completion of the race. You will help create an exciting and celebratory atmosphere as runners and athletes receive recognition for their hard work and achievements. Your role ensures the smooth and timely presentation of awards to each category of winners, and you will play a key part in making the event memorable for participants.

Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in organizing participants by race category (e.g., age group, gender, or overall winners).
- Hand out awards, medals, trophies, or certificates to race winners in a respectful and enthusiastic manner.
- Ensure that each winner receives the correct award; confirming the category and placing.
- Engage with participants by congratulating them and creating a positive, energetic atmosphere during the awards ceremony.
- Maintain the order of presentation and assist with any last-minute adjustments or changes to the schedule.
- Work with the timing staff and volunteer coordinator to ensure smooth communication and a seamless flow of awards hand out.

Volunteers will be outside so dress for the weather.