The document provides information about volunteering at the 15th annual Road to Independence Gala on May 3, 2013 at the Hilton McLean Tysons Corner. It discusses what the gala is, who will be attending, the importance of volunteers, volunteer roles and expectations, and dress code guidelines for volunteers. Volunteers are needed for roles like registration, being a bid pal, reorganizing auction items, and selling raffle tickets or mystery boxes/wine. The event
4. Road To Independence Gala
Who will be attending?
What happens at the
event?
Why are volunteers so
important?
5. Volunteer Dress Code:
Black Cocktail Attire
Ladies: What does this mean?
Black dress or skirt (at least
knee-length)
Black dress slacks (full-
length). No
khakis, capris, shorts.
Blouses or button down
shirts. No polo or t-shirts.
Formal flats or sensible heels
- You will mostly be on your
feet. No boots, mules or
sandals.
6. Volunteer Dress Code:
Business/Cocktail Attire
Men: What does this
mean?
Black dress slacks.
Solid color long
sleeve, button-up shirt
with a tie. No polo or t-
shirts.
Dark Dress Shoes. No
sneakers or boat shoes.
(Business suit is okay.)
7. Volunteer Expectations
Volunteer Schedules
- What time should I arrive?
- Where do I go when I get there?
- How important is it to stay my entire shift?
- What if I need to reach you last minute?
(Karen: 703.399.6621)
Breaks & Refreshments
Personal conversations limited to volunteer break
room only.
8. Volunteer Expectations
Volunteers are representatives & ambassadors of NVFS
values:
- Communication
- Integrity
- Respect
- Collaboration
- Accountability
Kind & Professional Customer Service
Can I bid on items in the Silent Auction?
10. Volunteer Roles & Attributes
Registration (6-8PM)
Friendly and professional
Able to work quickly
Able to follow directions
Bid Pal (6-8PM)
MUST TAKE ONSITE TRAINING (5:30PM)
Take initiative to offer help
Able to learn quickly
Able to follow directions
Tech-Savvy helpful
13. BidPal Training for Volunteers
www.bidpalnetwork.com/how-to-bidpal-volunteer/
14. Volunteer Roles & Attributes
Bid Pal Collector (9-10PM)
Take initiative
Speak Loudly (amplify)
Friendly
Diligent all devices must be returned
Auction Re-organizer (8-10PM) Auction Item Runner (9:30-10:30PM)
Detail-oriented, focused Detail-oriented, focused
Fast-paced, quick-moving Work well under pressure
Careful w/ delicate items Fast-paced, quick moving
Able to follow direction
17. Volunteer Roles
Raffle Ticket Sales: Attributes
Outgoing and personable
Friendly and encouraging
Persuasive/Convincing
Good salesmanship skills
Mystery Box: Attributes Mystery Wine: Attributes
Outgoing and personable Outgoing and personable
Friendly and encouraging Friendly and encouraging
Good salesmanship Good salesmanship
Able to follow directions Able to follow directions
Editor's Notes
#6: Be aware of cleavage and length. The objective is to blend with the guests who will be in formal attire.
#7: The objective is to blend with the guests who will be in formal attire.
#8: As you are completing your assignment be aware of if a guest looks like they have a question, looks lost, etc. and either answer for them or point them where they can get an answer.Its ok to get to know the other volunteers, however, the guests are our priority they should not ever feel like they are being ignored.
#9: As you are completing your assignment be aware of if a guest looks like they have a question, looks lost, etc. and either answer for them or point them where they can get an answer.Its ok to get to know the other volunteers, however, the guests are our priority they should not ever feel like they are being ignored.