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Strength In Colors 5K & KIDS DASH

Sun July 26, 2026
Westerville Sports Complex
Westerville, OH 43082 US

Volunteer Coordinator

Participant Check-in Station High Priority

You must be 18 or older to volunteer for this task.

July 26, 2026

Details

Receive participants as they arrive at the table to check in and get their bibs and swag bags. Must have smart phone and be able to download runsignup app for use in this role.

Location

325 N Cleveland Ave, Westerville, OH 43082

Other Tasks

Race Day Set Up High Priority

You must be 13 or older to volunteer for this task.

July 26, 2026

Details

Setting up tables for vendors and sponsors. Moving tables and chairs as needed to accommodate guests. Any set up duties assigned by the coordinator or a TCC rep.

Location

325 N Cleveland Ave, Westerville, OH 43082

Distribute Swag Bags at Check-in Medium Priority

You must be 15 or older to volunteer for this task.

July 26, 2026

This volunteer task is full.

Details

Volunteers will be at the check-in area and will be sure each person who ordered a shirts receives one. If race bags or other swag is to give to participants these volunteers will coordinate and hand out.

Location

325 N Cleveland Ave, Westerville, OH 43082

Course Marshall High Priority

You must be 16 or older to volunteer for this task.

July 26, 2026

Details

These volunteers will safely point participants in the right direction as they proceed through the route to the finish line. CRC staff will explain responsibility to volunteers on site 30 minutes before the race begins.

Location

325 N Cleveland Ave, Westerville, OH 43082

Cheer and Encouragement Squad High Priority

You must be 12 or older to volunteer for this task.

July 26, 2026

Details

These volunteers can cheer people on and hold signs. We'd like to have volunteers along the entire course. School cheer squads can also sign up to perform in the Post-Race Family Zone between 10-11am.

Location

Along the course and in Post Race Family Zone area

Water Station High Priority

You must be 14 or older to volunteer for this task.

July 26, 2026

This volunteer task is full.

Details

CRC will provide the water, cups, and table for this station. Volunteers will be sure cups are filled for participants to grab as they pass by. Volunteers will keep area free of debris and will dispose of all cups as part of station clean up.

Assist with Award and Raffle Presentations Medium Priority

You must be 16 or older to volunteer for this task.

July 26, 2026

Details

Hand out awards and help with raffle drawings

Location

325 N Cleveland Ave, Westerville, OH 43082

Clean up High Priority

You must be 14 or older to volunteer for this task.

July 26, 2026

Details

Be sure all trash is picked up and in trash cans. Help vendors pack up their chairs and tables, and simply ensure the area is as nice as it was when we arrived.

Location

325 N Cleveland Ave, Westerville, OH 43082

Kids Dash Safety Patrol High Priority

You must be 13 or older to volunteer for this task.

July 26, 2026

Details

Help gather the kids, cheer them on, and give them their rewards at the finish line.

Course Sweeper High Priority

You must be 18 or older to volunteer for this task.

July 26, 2026

This volunteer task is full.

Details

Walk the entire course behind the last participants and report any emergencies or important information quickly to race staff.

Location

325 N Cleveland Ave, Westerville, OH 43082

Distribute Water Bottles at Finish line Medium Priority

You must be 16 or older to volunteer for this task.

July 26, 2026

Details

Volunteers will stay by the finish line and offer each finisher a bottle of water. Keep coolers filled with ice to store bottles until they are handed out.

Location

325 N Cleveland Ave, Westerville, OH 43082

Vendor Support Medium Priority

At least 1 more volunteer needed.

Details

Be a roamer and help vendors and partners if needed.

Storytelling & Social Media Content Creator High Priority

You must be 16 or older to volunteer for this task.

July 26, 2026

Details

Help Tell the Stories Behind Every Color

This volunteer will:
* be energetic and able to move around as needed to capture the best moments during the event
* enjoy photography and social media
* be comfortable approaching people for quick interviews
* have an eye for authentic, candid moments
* move throughout the event independently
* own a smartphone capable of capturing quality photos and video (professional camera welcome but not required)
* review, edit, and prepare the content for review along with a posting calendar with the Executive Director prior to posting, no later than August 1st.

This isn't just about taking photos—it's about capturing the heart of the event.

Throughout the morning, you'll move around the venue documenting the excitement, emotion, and community spirit through photos, short videos, and candid moments that will help us continue raising awareness about preventing HPV-related cancers.

What You'll Do

* Capture high-quality photos throughout the event
* Record short vertical videos for Instagram Reels, Facebook, and LinkedIn
* Interview participants, survivors, volunteers, sponsors, and families with simple questions such as:

* Why are you here today?
* What does this event mean to you?
* Who are you walking or running for?
* What would you tell someone about HPV prevention?
* Photograph sponsor booths, Wellness Row, Kids Dash, awards, and event activities
* Capture behind-the-scenes moments before, during, and after the race
* Gather content that can be shared for weeks following the event

Why It Matters

Every photo and every story helps spread our mission to end HPV-related cancers through education, advocacy, prevention, and patient support.

Your content will help us inspire others to get vaccinated, get screened, support patients, and join future events.

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