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Volunteer for the 2019 NAMIWalks Central Texas
NAMI Central Texas invites you to play an important role in its 2019 NAMIWalks, our biggest fundraiser and the largest mental health awareness event in Central Texas. Proceeds from the annual Walk help us provide FREE community mental health education, support, and advocacy programs for families and individuals impacted by mental illness as well as training and presentations for the schools, workplaces, faith communities, and neighborhoods that support them.
If you're looking for a rewarding and fun way to support the mission and work of NAMI Austin, volunteering with NAMIWalks is a perfect way to make an impact. Your help makes it possible for us to expand our outreach in the community.
We are looking for volunteers to assist on Walk Day, Saturday September 28, 2019. Opportunities and times vary for Saturday morning.
NAMI Central Texas invites you to play an important role in its 2019 NAMIWalks, our biggest fundraiser and the largest mental health awareness event in Central Texas. Proceeds from the annual Walk help us provide FREE community mental health education, support, and advocacy programs for families and individuals impacted by mental illness as well as training and presentations for the schools, workplaces, faith communities, and neighborhoods that support them.
If you're looking for a rewarding and fun way to support the mission and work of NAMI Austin, volunteering with NAMIWalks is a perfect way to make an impact. Your help makes it possible for us to expand our outreach in the community.
We are looking for volunteers to assist on Walk Day, Saturday September 28, 2019. Opportunities and times vary for Saturday morning.
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Any time before each shift ends or when space runs out.
Age Limit
16 and up
Social
Requirement Details
Under 18 must have parent permission signed
Parking Details
Park at Long Center garage ($8) or One Texas Center ($5)
Causes
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123 Positions Filled
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28 Impacts
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47 Hours
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Shifts (18)
1 - 18 of 18 Shifts
Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | Registrants Needed | |
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Unload U-Haul | 5:30am (CT) | 6:00am (CT) | 701 W Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78704 Austin, TX 78704 | Heavy lifting required! Unload event supplies from truck; be able to lift and carry at least 15 - 20 lbs. | 1/6 | Over |
Volunteer Check In | 5:30am (CT) | 8:50am (CT) | 701 W Riverside Dr. Austin, TX 78704 | Assist with volunteer check in | 1/1 | Over |
Walk Day Experience Setup Team 1 | 6:00am (CT) | 7:30am (CT) | 701 W Riverside Dr. Austin, TX 78704 Meet at Volunteer Central on Long Center Terrace | Set up tables and supplies i.e. snack/water station, family fun tent, etc on Long Center lawn. | 6/6 | Over |
Walk Day Experience Setup Team 2 | 6:00am (CT) | 7:30am (CT) | 701 W Riverside Dr. Austin, TX 78704 Meet at Volunteer Central on Long Center Terrace | Set up tables and supplies i.e. snack/water station, family fun tent, photo booth area, etc. | 5/5 | Over |
Signage Team | 6:15am (CT) | 7:30pm (CT) | 701 W Riverside Dr. Austin, TX 78704 Meet at Volunteer Central on Long Center Terrace | Setup signs and walk arch around the grounds of the walk and neighboring streets. Must be willing to lift and carry heavy materials. | 3/6 | Over |
Mobile Registration | 7:00am (CT) | 9:00am (CT) | 701 W Riverside Dr. Austin, TX 78704 Meet at Volunteer Central on Long Center Terrace | Help walkers get registered on the spot using your mobile device (no download needed). They will love talking with you since you'll be handing out one-of-a-kind silicone wristbands to everyone who is registered. Must have mobile device with internet access. Must be able to walk around site. | 21/21 | Over |
Greeters | 7:30am (CT) | 9:00am (CT) | 701 W Riverside Dr. Austin, TX 78704 Meet at Volunteer Central on Long Center Terrace | Welcome attendees as they enter Walk area and direct attendees where they need to go; Need friendly and energetic volunteers | 9/10 | Over |
Make Your Team Signs Here Area | 7:30am (CT) | 9:00am (CT) | 701 W Riverside Dr. Austin, TX 78704 Meet at Volunteer Central on Long Center Terrace | Assist teams with making homemade signs | 2/2 | Over |
Paws Paradise | 7:30am (CT) | 9:00am (CT) | 701 W Riverside Dr. Austin, TX 78704 Meet at Volunteer Central on Long Center Terrace | Give out treats, doggie bags and refill water at the dog hospitality area! Must Love Dogs. | 2/2 | Over |
Photo Booth Area | 7:30am (CT) | 9:00am (CT) | 701 W Riverside Dr. Austin, TX 78704 Meet at Volunteer Central on Long Center Terrace | Assist with taking pictures of attendees and helping them post on social media. Will also be accepting entries to annual tshirt contest. Must be comfortable taking photos on your mobile device and helping others use their favorite platform. Must be able to explain how to use hashtags. | 2/2 | Over |
Snack/Water Station | 7:30am (CT) | 9:00am (CT) | 701 W Riverside Dr. Austin, TX 78704 Meet at Volunteer Central on Long Center Terrace | Replenish snacks and water bottles as need be; need to be able to lift cases of water | 3/3 | Over |
Team Photo Area | 7:30am (CT) | 9:00am (CT) | 701 W Riverside Dr. Austin, TX 78704 Meet at Volunteer Central on Long Center Terrace | Help teams gather for Team Photos | 2/2 | Over |
Why I Walk Wall | 7:30am (CT) | 9:00am (CT) | 701 W Riverside Dr. Austin, TX 78704 Meet at Volunteer Central on Long Center Terrace | Encourage walkers to utilize the wall to share their own personal motivations for walking with NAMI and pick a mental health ribbon to wear; help gather people over to the wall; replenish supplies as needed | 2/2 | Over |
Safety walkers | 8:45am (CT) | 10:30pm (CT) | 701 W Riverside Dr. Austin, TX 78704 Meet at Volunteer Central on Long Center Terrace | Help ensure safety of participants by reminding walkers to stay to the right of the road and away from traffic. Must be over 18. Must be able to walk 5k. | 11/11 | Over |
Last Walkers | 9:00am (CT) | 10:30am (CT) | 701 W Riverside Dr. Austin, TX 78704 Meet at Volunteer Central on Long Center Terrace | Be the last Walkers; direct Walkers; pick up trash along the route Must be able to walk 5k. | 10/10 | Over |
Walk clean up | 10:00am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | 701 W Riverside Dr. Austin, TX 78704 | Help clean up, take down, and pack up during the Walk | 11/12 | Over |
Signage Clean Up Team | 10:30am (CT) | 11:30pm (CT) | 701 W Riverside Dr. Austin, TX 78704 Meet at Volunteer Central on Long Center Terrace | Setup signs and walk arch around the grounds of the walk and neighboring streets. Must be willing to lift and carry heavy materials. | 8/8 | Over |
Unload U-Haul | 12:00pm (CT) | 1:00pm (CT) | 4110 Guadalupe St. Austin, TX 78704 Meet at NAMI Offices on Austin State Hospital Campus | Heavy lifting required! Unload event supplies from truck; be able to lift and carry at least 15 - 20 lbs (times may shift depending on when the Walk ends) | 10/15 | Over |