Build your event-day volunteer team for Kids Fun Fest 2026
๐ก How to use this: Use these templates to recruit, brief, and thank volunteers for Kids Fun Fest 2026 on July 25 at Dorchester Park. Goal: 15-20 volunteers minimum.
A single PDF with everything a new volunteer signs ONCE: personal info, emergency contact, liability waiver, code of conduct, photo release, and e-signature consent โ all combined into one form with one signature.
๐ฆ What's inside (5 parts, 1 signature):
Part 1 โ Volunteer Information (name, contact, emergency contact)
Part 2 โ Volunteer Preferences (shifts, roles, T-shirt size)
Part 3 โ Liability Waiver & Release
Part 4 โ Code of Conduct & Photo/Media Release
Part 5 โ Electronic Signature Consent + Signature
Send to friends, family, members, community contacts. Personal and clear about the ask.
Subject Line:
๐ Volunteer with us at Kids Fun Fest 2026 โ July 25
Hi [First Name],
I hope this message finds you well! I'm reaching out because we are gearing up for Kids Fun Fest 2026 on Saturday, July 25, 2026 at Dorchester Park โ and I'd love to invite you to be part of our volunteer team.
๐ช ABOUT THE EVENT:
Kids Fun Fest 2026 is a FREE family fun day for Boston children and families, hosted by Sister Strong Collective in partnership with No Pressure On Us Youth Foundation and Ocean Code Home Care, LLC. We'll have games, food, music, giveaways, and resources โ and we need amazing volunteers to make it all happen.
๐ WHEN WE NEED YOU:
โข Saturday, July 25, 2026
โข Setup shift: 8:00 AM โ 12:00 PM
โข Event shift: 12:00 PM โ 4:00 PM
โข Event shift: 4:00 PM โ 8:00 PM (includes breakdown)
You can volunteer for ONE shift or stay for the whole day โ whatever works for your schedule.
๐ฏ ROLES AVAILABLE:
โข Setup & breakdown (move tables, hang banners)
โข Registration / check-in table
โข Kids activities (face painting, games, crafts)
โข Food service (handing out food & water)
โข Crowd flow & safety
โข Photographer / social media support
โข Floater (wherever needed)
๐ WHAT WE PROVIDE:
โข Volunteer t-shirt
โข Food, water, and snacks during your shift
โข A small thank-you gift
โข A signed volunteer letter for school/work credit
โข The joy of brightening a child's day
๐ HOW TO SIGN UP:
Please reply to this email or text me at 857-370-2030 with:
1. Your name
2. Which shift(s) you can do
3. Any role you'd prefer
4. Your t-shirt size
Bringing a friend? Even better! Forward this email to them.
Thank you for considering. Volunteers like you are the reason this event will be unforgettable.
With gratitude,
Victoria Huell
President, Sister Strong Collective
๐ 857-370-2030
โ๏ธ sisterstrongcollective@gmail.com
๐ sisterstrongcollective.org
In partnership with No Pressure On Us Youth Foundation and Ocean Code Home Care, LLC
๐ฑ WhatsApp Volunteer Call
Send to your WhatsApp contacts and group chats. Mobile-friendly and warm.
Hi [Name]! ๐
I'm putting together our volunteer team for Kids Fun Fest 2026 on Saturday, July 25 at Dorchester Park โ and I'd LOVE for you to join us! ๐
๐ช What we're doing:
A FREE family fun day for Boston kids โ games, food, music, giveaways. We need volunteers to make it magical!
๐ Shifts (pick one or stay all day):
๐ 8 AM โ 12 PM (setup)
โ๏ธ 12 PM โ 4 PM (event)
๐ 4 PM โ 8 PM (event + breakdown)
๐ฏ Roles:
โข Setup/breakdown
โข Check-in table
โข Kids activities (face painting, games)
โข Food service
โข Crowd flow
โข Photography
โข Floater
๐ You get:
๐ Volunteer T-shirt
๐ Food & water
๐ Thank-you gift
๐ Volunteer letter (for school/work credit)
๐ To sign up, reply with:
1. Your name
2. Shift(s) you can do
3. T-shirt size
Bringing a friend? YES PLEASE ๐
Text/call 857-370-2030 to chat!
โ Victoria
Sister Strong Collective
sisterstrongcollective.org
๐ฌ Quick Text Message
Super short. For close contacts.
Hi [Name]! ๐ I'm putting together volunteers for Kids Fun Fest 2026 on July 25 at Dorchester Park. Would love your help! Shifts: 8-12, 12-4, or 4-8 (pick one or stay all day). T-shirt + food + thank-you gift provided. Reply if you're in! ๐ โ Victoria, SSC
โ Volunteer Confirmation (after they sign up)
Send immediately after a volunteer signs up. Confirms their slot and what to expect.
Subject Line:
โ You're confirmed for Kids Fun Fest 2026 โ [SHIFT TIME]
Hi [First Name]! ๐
YOU'RE IN! Thank you for signing up to volunteer at Kids Fun Fest 2026. ๐
๐ YOUR CONFIRMED INFO:
โข Date: Saturday, July 25, 2026
โข Shift: [SHIFT TIME]
โข Role: [ASSIGNED ROLE]
โข T-shirt size: [SIZE]
โข Location: Dorchester Park, 2180 Dorchester Ave, Dorchester, MA 02124
๐๏ธ ADD TO YOUR CALENDAR
Please save the date and shift time now. You'll receive a final reminder 3 days before the event.
๐ WHAT TO EXPECT:
โข You'll receive a Volunteer Handbook (PDF) about 2 weeks before the event
โข You'll be assigned a Team Lead who'll guide you on the day
โข A volunteer training session will be held on [DATE TBD] โ optional but encouraged
โข Wear comfortable shoes and bring sunscreen
โข Lunch and water will be provided during your shift
๐ชช VOLUNTEER WAIVER
Before the event, we'll send you a quick volunteer waiver to sign โ required for all volunteers. Takes 2 minutes online.
โ QUESTIONS?
Reply to this email or text 857-370-2030 anytime.
THANK YOU for stepping up for our community. We literally cannot do this without volunteers like you ๐
With gratitude,
Victoria Huell
President, Sister Strong Collective
๐ 857-370-2030
โ๏ธ sisterstrongcollective@gmail.com
๐ sisterstrongcollective.org
๐ Day-Of Volunteer Brief (send 3 days before)
Send 72 hours before the event so volunteers know exactly what to do.
Subject Line:
๐ Kids Fun Fest 2026 is in 3 DAYS โ Your Volunteer Brief
Hi [First Name]! ๐
Kids Fun Fest 2026 is in 3 DAYS and I'm so excited to see you on Saturday!
Here's everything you need for the day:
๐ LOCATION:
Dorchester Park ยท 2180 Dorchester Avenue ยท Dorchester, MA 02124
Parking: [PARKING DETAILS]
Volunteer check-in tent: Look for the purple SSC banner near the main entrance
๐ YOUR SHIFT:
โข Date: Saturday, July 25, 2026
โข Time: [YOUR SHIFT TIME]
โข Role: [YOUR ROLE]
โข Team Lead: [TEAM LEAD NAME], reach at [PHONE]
๐ PLEASE ARRIVE 15 MINUTES EARLY for check-in. Find the volunteer table to get your t-shirt, badge, and assignment.
๐ WHAT TO WEAR:
โข Your volunteer t-shirt (we'll give it to you at check-in)
โข Comfortable closed-toe shoes
โข Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses (it'll be hot)
โข A small bag for your personal items
๐ WHAT TO BRING:
โข Reusable water bottle (we'll refill it)
โข Phone (charged) โ but please limit personal use during shift
โข Smile and good energy! ๐
๐ PROVIDED:
โข Food and snacks during your shift
โข Water and drinks all day
โข Restroom access (porta-potties on site)
๐ WHO TO CONTACT:
โข Your team lead first: [NAME], [PHONE]
โข Then Victoria (President): 857-370-2030
โข Emergency: 911
๐จ IMPORTANT REMINDERS:
โข Sign the volunteer waiver if you haven't already (link below)
โข Be kind, patient, and helpful โ especially to families with kids
โข If anything seems unsafe, alert your team lead immediately
โข HAVE FUN! Our energy sets the tone for everyone else
WAIVER LINK: [SEND OR ATTACH]
THANK YOU for stepping up. See you Saturday! ๐
โ Victoria
Sister Strong Collective
857-370-2030 ยท sisterstrongcollective@gmail.com
๐ Post-Event Thank You
Send within 48 hours after the event. Specific, warm, and from the heart.
Subject Line:
๐ Thank You from the Bottom of My Heart, [First Name]
Hi [First Name],
I just sat down with a cup of coffee and the first thing on my mind is YOU.
Kids Fun Fest 2026 was a SUCCESS because of you and our incredible volunteer team. Every kid who got a backpack, every family who enjoyed food, every smile and laugh that filled Dorchester Park on Saturday โ that was YOUR doing.
I want to specifically thank you for [SPECIFIC THING THEY DID โ e.g., "running the face painting table all afternoon" or "coordinating the food line so smoothly"]. You showed up, you brought your best, and our community is better because of it.
๐ BY THE NUMBERS:
โข [#] families attended
โข [#] backpacks distributed
โข [#] volunteers
โข Hundreds of smiles, hugs, and memories made
I'd love to do this again next year โ and I hope you'll be part of it.
If you have any feedback, ideas, or photos to share, please reply or text 857-370-2030. Your voice matters in shaping what we do next.
THANK YOU. Truly. Deeply. Always ๐
With gratitude,
Victoria Huell
President, Sister Strong Collective
๐ 857-370-2030
โ๏ธ sisterstrongcollective@gmail.com
๐ sisterstrongcollective.org
๐ฑ Social Media โ Volunteer Recruitment
For Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn. Build a volunteer pipeline.
๐ธ Volunteer Call Post
๐ VOLUNTEERS WANTED for Kids Fun Fest 2026!
๐ Saturday, July 25, 2026
๐ Dorchester Park ยท 12 PM โ 7 PM
We need 15-20 amazing volunteers to make this FREE family fun day for Boston kids unforgettable! ๐
๐ฏ Roles available:
โจ Setup & breakdown
๐ Check-in table
๐จ Kids activities & face painting
๐ Food service
๐ธ Photography
๐ Crowd flow & safety
๐ซ Floaters (wherever needed)
๐ You'll get:
๐ Volunteer t-shirt
๐ Food & water during your shift
๐ A thank-you gift
๐ Volunteer letter for school/work credit
โจ The joy of brightening a child's day
๐ DM me or text 857-370-2030 to sign up!
Bringing a friend? YES PLEASE ๐
Tag a friend who's down to volunteer ๐
#VolunteerBoston #BostonVolunteers #KidsFunFest2026 #SisterStrongCollective #GiveBack #CommunityFirst #DorchesterMA
๐ฑ Social Media โ Volunteer Recruitment
๐ธ Volunteer Call Post