Volunteer
“Being a buddy to a Night to Shine King was such an honor for me. I think I had more fun than he did (and he had a ton of fun)! What a blessing to celebrate those who God loves so dearly.”
Volunteer Opportunities
It takes over 300 volunteers to make Night To Shine Lehigh Valley the highlight of the year for our guests. There are many different opportunities to volunteer based on your passion, abilities, age and skill set.
Every volunteer 18 and older will be required to obtain the necessary clearances. If it has been 5 years since last background clearance, you will need to re-obtain them. The following link will take you to a printer-friendly packet with instructions. Please review the document before reaching out with questions.
Buddies
Buddies are volunteers who are paired 1:1 with a guest during the event. Your role is to hangout and have fun with your assigned guest and provide them assistance if needed throughout the evening. You will eat dinner, dance, catch a limo ride, and participate in other activities with them. Guests cannot attend without a Buddy.
The more buddies who volunteer - the more guests we can invite to attend!
Volunteer buddies must be at least 16 years old.
Other Volunteer Positions
Did we mention it takes over 300 volunteers to make it happen?
Activities
Encourage guests and maintain a fun atmosphere in one of our activities: karaoke, limo rides and photobooth.
Dance Floor
Encourage the dancing throughout the evening, engaging the guests and setting a fun atmosphere.
Hair and Makeup
Provide simple hair and makeup touch ups, chat with them while you pamper them and make them feel special.
Photography/ Videography
Capture the full scope of the evening in pictures and/or video to be accessed by guests and used for marketing and promotional purposes.
Caregivers Lounge
Take care of the parents/caregivers by serving food, coordinating turns with a massage therapist, and helping parents/caregivers connect with their guest as needed.
Floater/ Safety
“Float” around the entire event space to assist volunteers anywhere an extra hand is needed. Act as a “bouncer” confirming proper identification at entryways.
Medical
Assist professional EMT personnel at the event by providing basic first aid and care for any medical needs or emergencies. Must be a medical professional.
Set up/ Teardown
Help set up the evening prior to the event and/ or help teardown and clean up after the event and deliver items back to storage.
Check-In
Greet volunteers, guests and caregivers, give them their nametags and lanyards and direct them to their appropriate area.
Food
Help set up and serve food and desserts - clearing trash away from tables.
Paparazzi
Children may volunteer here with their families
Wave pom poms, clap, cheer and treat honored guests like celebrities and VIPs as they walk down the red carpet.
Shoeshine
Welcome each guest to a shoeshine station. Chat with them while you clean off the scuffs and shine up their shoes.
Coat Check
Greet guests, take their coats, label them and hang them. As guests leave, ask for their names and retrieve their coats.
Gift Bag
Pack gift bags, manage them during the event and help each guest collect their favors to take home.
Parking
Direct traffic for easy vehicle entry and exit. Assist guests as they exit vehicles and be available as guests return to their vehicles after the event.
Technology
Assist the Technology Lead with website development, live stream, audio/visual and registration kiosks. Must have the appropriate skill sets.
Volunteer FAQ
Every volunteer 18 years and older will be required to obtain the necessary clearances. If it has been 5 years since last background clearance, you will need to re-obtain them. The following link will take you to a printer-friendly packet with instructions. Please review the document before reaching out with questions.
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You must be 16 years or older to serve as a Buddy
You must be 14 years or older to serve as a General Volunteer (anyone under the age of 16 must serve on the same team as their parent or adult guardian)
Children under the age of 14 may participate along with their families on the Paparazzi team and must leave the event after all guests have walked down the red carpet.
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Yes! We love it when businesses and groups volunteer together. You may have volunteers register separately if volunteering in different areas. If you would like to volunteer in the same area - please contact us at info@nighttoshineLV.org
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No. If we have the three background checks that are dated within the past 5 years, you will not have to resubmit.
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Clearances MUST be received by February 7th - NO EXCEPTIONS
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Yes. There will be two training sessions typically two weeks prior to the event.
You only need to attend one, both will be held at:
Riverbend Community Church
81 E. North St
Bethlehem Pa 18018Training Dates: TBD
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Yes. There are always changes each year and we ask that you attend so you can be fully prepared to give our guests an amazing evening.
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Once you have provided all three of your background checks you will be placed on a team and sent an email with your coordinator’s contact information.
If when you complete your background checks the team you requested is full, you will receive an email asking you to join another volunteer team.
Questions about Volunteering?
