Ride for AIDS Chicago 2013

Volunteer Opportunities

Welcome to the 10th anniversary of the Ride for AIDS Chicago. We are a 2-day 200 mile bicycling event produced by TPAN that raises money for people living with HIV/AIDS in Chicago. Listed below our all our volunteer opportunities for the weekend of the event. You are encouraged to sign up for more than one spot if you so desire.  Thank you in advance for helping make this event a success.

The registration form is at the bottom of the page, please scroll to the bottom to register.

Opportunities

Command Center

Volunteers will help route calls from lost or injured riders to our dispatching crew. Computer skills are a must as well as knowledge of using online maps. Volunteers must also utilize good communication skills when dealing with distressed riders or in executing a dispatch call.

Location: TPAN Offices,  5537 N Broadway Ave, Chicago, IL 60640
   
Command Center - Day 1 (July 13th) - Shift 1 (6:00am - 12:00 pm) 3 Volunteers Needed
Command Center - Day 1 (July 13th) - Shift 2 (12:00 pm - 6:00 pm) 3 Volunteers Needed
Command Center - Day 1 (July 14th) - Shift 1 (6:00 am - 11:00am) 3 Volunteers Needed
Command Center - Day 1 (July 13th) - Shift 2 (11:00 am - 4:00pm) 3 Volunteers Needed

Opening Ceremonies

The morning of Day 1 we are looking for individuals that can assist us with making Opening Ceremonies an easy and stress free morning for all our participants. Individuals will be assigned such duties as registration and check-in, concierge, and traffic control. Volunteers must be able to lift 15 to 20lb bags if needed.

Location: Chandler – Newberg Community Center, 1028 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201
   
Opening Ceremonies - Day 1 (July 13th, 4:30am - 7:30am) 25 Volunteers Needed

Pit Stop - Fox River Park, Burlington, WI

We are looking for 25 individuals that would assist in preparing Gatorade, cutting fruit, helping riders with water and snacks. The riders will be coming in on Day 1 of the Ride at around 11am. This is their fourth pit stop before entering into Camp. They will need to see bright happy faces and would appreciate LOTS of encouragement and cheers. On Day 2 this will be a quick and easy pit stop due to it being the 2nd pit of the morning.

Location: Fox River Park,  9521 304th Ave, Burlington, WI 53105
(First parking lot on the the left hand side)
   
Pit Stop - Fox River Park - Day 1 (July 13th, 10:15am - 2:00pm) 25 Volunteers Needed
Pit Stop - Fox River Park - Day 2 (July 14th, 6:45am - 10:00am) 25 Volunteers Needed

Pit Stop - Riverview Park, Lyons, WI

We are looking for 25 individuals that would assist in preparing Gatorade, cutting up fruit, helping riders with water and snacks. The riders will be coming in on Day 1 of the Ride at around noon. This is their final pit stop before they reach Camp. They will need LOTS of encouragement and LOTS of cheering. Day 2 this will be rider’s first pit stop of the morning.

Location: Lyons Center/Riverview Park, 1477 Mill St, Lyons, WI 53148
   
Pit Stop - Riverview Park - Day 1 (July 13th, 11:45am - 3:45pm) 25 Volunteers Needed
Pit Stop - Riverview Park - Day 2 (July 14th, 6:15am - 9:30am) 25 Volunteers Needed

Camp Hosts

We are looking for 20 individuals who will work as hosts at Camp assisting the RFAC Camp Director. The first shift of will assist riders and crew at the concierge desk. Hosts will help participants with taking their luggage to their assigned rooms. They will direct people to camp activities as well as set up camp activities. The second shift will assist with dinner in the mess hall and serve as shuttle drivers to local hotels. The Sunday morning shift will serve as shuttle drivers getting those staying at hotels back to camp, and as assistants in the dining hall during breakfast. After riders leave Camp, volunteers will pack up the big truck and clean up around camp. Volunteers must be able to lift and carry 15 to 20 lbs. and have a valid driver’s license (if serving as one of the shuttle drivers.)

Location:  Lutherdale Camp, N7891 US Hwy 12, Elkhorn, WI 53121
   
Camp Host - Day 1 (July 13th) - Shift 1 (12:00pm - 5:30pm) 10 Volunteers Needed
Camp Host - Day 1 (July 13th) - Shift 2 (5:00pm - 9:00pm) 10 Volunteers Needed
Camp Host - Day 2 (July 14th) - Shift 1 (5:00am - 9:30am) 10 Volunteers Needed 

Rider Holding

We are looking for 25 individuals that can arrive early to set up and assist in preparing Gatorade, serving pizza, and helping assist at our last pit stop a.k.a. Rider Holding. The riders will be coming home after a 2 day, 200 mile bike ride for charity. You will assist in passing out iced towels, t-shirts, and participant medals. This is their final pit stop before crossing the finish and participating in closing ceremonies. Looking for lots of energetic and enthusiastic volunteers.

Location: Chandler – Newberg Community Center, 1028 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201
   
Rider Holding - Day 2 (July 14th, 12:45pm - 4:30pm) 25 Volunteers Needed

Closing Ceremonies

We are looking for 20 individuals who can assist TPAN and the Ride for AIDS Chicago crew in the afternoon setting up and tearing down for closing ceremonies. Volunteers will help staff set up a stage, tents, tables, and anything else event crew will need help with. Volunteers will also be needed to carry team flags in the closing procession. Volunteers must be able to lift and carry 15 to 20 lbs.

Location: Chandler – Evanston Civic Center, 2100 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
   
Closing Ceremonies - Day 2 (July 14th, 1:00pm - 6:30 pm) 20 Volunteers Needed

Massage Therapists

We are looking for 15 therapists to travel with us the weekend of the event to provide professional services to our riders.

Our needs/requests:
Commitment for both Saturday and Sunday (alternative options available)
Your own massage Table (Alternative options available)

What we can provide:
A tax letter for your services
Food and Lodging
Transportation (carpools and or van transportation) for you and your table.
Countless thanks, and good will from our grateful riders

Location: RFAC Route
   
Massage Therapist 15 Volunteers Needed

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