Volunteer Info
The District 19 race series is only possible with the support of our amazing volunteers! Please review the various role descriptions carefully before registering. Keep in mind that end times for race-day shifts are approximate, as needs that day may change. All volunteers are invited to celebrate at the finish line after-party once their shift is over.
Volunteers will receive a Volunteer Guide to help them prepare for their shift. They are also expected to attend a virtual Volunteer Orientation in late September (date TBD) to review race-day logistics and expectations and address outstanding questions. Communication and day-of coordination will happen via email and GroupMe, so please be sure to enter your contact information correctly. As a token of appreciation, each volunteer will also receive a volunteer t-shirt, snacks, and water on race day.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I sign up for more than one volunteer shift? Yes! You may sign up for more than one shift as long as the days/times do not conflict. For example, you can sign up for packet pick-up on Saturday and start line support on race day, or for start line and finish line support on race day.
- Can I register to help at a water station? Water stations along the course will be staffed by volunteers from the DMV area’s run groups. To register, just select the location for the run group you belong to. Exact water station locations and shift times will be shared with your run group leader closer to race day. If you are a member of a run group not listed below and would like to organize a water/cheer station of your own, please contact Daphne at District19@districtrunningcollective.com.
- I am not a member of a run group. Can I still sign up to help on-course? Yes! Course marshals provide critical support all along the race route.
- I am registering to be a course marshal. Can my friend and I be assigned to the same location? Yes! Course marshaling is most fun in pairs or trios. If you already know whom you’d like to be assigned with, you can indicate it during registration. Otherwise, please email District19@districtrunningcollective.com.
- Why can’t I register for the role I want? There are a limited number of spots available for each role, based on need. Once all spots have been filled, you will no longer be able to sign up for that role. Please consider another!
- How do I download the GroupMe app? You can download the GroupMe app for your iPhone or iPad from the App Store, for your Android phone or tablet from the Google Play Store. You can also use the web version of GroupMe on your desktop.
If you have any other questions, contact Daphne at District19@districtrunningcollective.com.
