Toronto International Buskerfest Volunteer
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Are you looking for a fun and rewarding volunteer opportunity where you gain valuable work experience? Or a reliable reference?
The Toronto International BuskerFest is back!! After a two-year hiatus, we are finally able to gather together again to celebrate our 21st anniversary of the festival! The Covid-19 pandemic was a challenging time for all of us. As a non-profit, in particular, we rely on fundraising events like BuskerFest to support our agency and help us continue to provide free services to people with epilepsy in our community. We are thrilled to be back and need your help now more than ever before!
The Toronto International BuskerFest is North America’s largest street performing festival. Join comedians, escape artists, sword-swallowers, musicians, magicians, fire jugglers, acrobats, aerial artists, clowns and daredevils; over a hundred of the most extraordinary street performers from around the world, as they descend upon Woodbine Park for some serious fun, laughs, and entertainment! You can be part of the magic while also helping to raise much-needed funds and awareness for Epilepsy Toronto!
There are 1 in 100 people living with Epilepsy in our community. Meaning, if you have 300 friends on your social media, 3 of those people have epilepsy now or will get it soon. By volunteering, you can help make a difference.
This year, we are looking for energetic, reliable individuals who are passionate about volunteering and helping others. There are many different roles to choose from, each with its own unique learning experiences. From hospitality and event management to sales and business, to technology and communications; volunteers are gaining important skills, and making reliable connections, all while having a blast. This is also a great way to get volunteer hours and make new friends in the community.
At Epilepsy Toronto, volunteers are more than just a number. We take time to get to know you, support your interests, and appreciate everything you do for the charity. For those hard-working volunteers, we would be happy to be a reference for future employers, if needed.
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Job Type: Volunteer
Join over 200 volunteers and help us reach our annual goal of raising $100,000 for Epilepsy Toronto at our largest, most exciting event, Toronto International BuskerFest! We have a variety of volunteer positions available, many of which focus on fundraising and raising awareness about epilepsy. The main volunteer positions include:
Gate Ambassadors: Key role- Welcome guests, ask and accept admission donations and raise epilepsy awareness and funds.
Festival Guides: Provide friendly assistance to patrons, sharing scheduling information and directions of busker performances.
Epilepsy Educators: Share knowledge and break the stigma about epilepsy; host games and other learning activities.
Information Tent: Share key information about the festival, including, directions, programming, activities, media, etc.
Kidz Zone Supervisors: Set up/take down games in the kid's area, monitor kids, and interact with families, ensuring they have a good time.
Accessibility Support: Improve accessibility for all of our festival patrons.
Festival Runners: Ensure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.
HQ Assistant: Organized and efficient volunteer that helps with scheduling and ensuring shifts go as planned.
Performer Assistants: Work with the entertainment team and Buskers to ensure the performances at all stages run smoothly.
Games Supervisors: Manage games, basketball activities and inflatable obstacle courses. Volunteers will collect donations for games to support Epilepsy Toronto.
Social Media/Photographers: Drive people to the festival by taking pictures and using social media (be prepared to show examples).
Captains: Captains are leaders who motivate and oversee teams of volunteers in various positions. We are looking for energetic volunteers who have strong leadership skills,
VOLUNTEERS ARE REQUIRED TO:
Attend an Orientation Session and a Training Session prior to the festival
Be 15 years of age or older
Complete a minimum of 2 shifts (about 8 hours during the 4-day festival)
Be comfortable providing customer service and interacting with the public
Be comfortable with actively working outside for the majority of your shift (4-5 hours)
VOLUNTEERS WILL:
Gain valuable special event and fundraising experience
Improve customer service skills
Meet new people and work with an incredible volunteer team
Support those living with epilepsy in their community at the LARGEST epilepsy awareness event in the world!
Contribute to the production of the LARGEST street performer festival in North America!
Experience talents beyond one's wildest expectations
Receive an awesome Purple Volunteer T-shirt and snacks/drinks during their shift
To learn more about the festival, please visit www.torontobuskerfest.com and go to Get Involved or email us at volunteers@epilepsytoronto.org