Be part of Herald Sun/Transurban Run for the Kids, without having to walk or run!
Join the volunteer team and have a great day while supporting the Good Friday Appeal
Please choose your preferred role below. The event organisers will do their best to place you in your preferred role, however please be flexible so event organisers can ensure all volunteer roles are appropriately staffed on event day.
For more information about what each role involves, please visit runforthekids.com.au/volunteer-registration
Choose your Volunteer shift
Information Assistant - Shift time: 6am-12 midday
Information Assistants distribute replacement race kits and assist entrants with event day inquiries. This role is located in the Event Village
Workforce Assistant - Shift time: 5am-11am
Workforce Assistants help co-ordinate the efforts of all volunteers on event day. This role is based in the Event Village in Docklands.
Medal Distribution Assistant - Shift time: 6:45am-12:30pm
Medal Distribution Assistants help entrants celebrate their participation by handing out Finisher's medals to all entrants. This role is based in the Event Village in Docklands
Baggage Services Assistant - Shift time: 6am-12:30pm
Baggage Assistants help entrants store their belongings while they participate in their event. This role is based in the Event Village in Docklands
Start Line Marshal - Shift time: 6:15am-12 midday
Start Line Marshals help get event entrants assembled and ready to start their event. This role is located in the Event Village in Docklands
Finish Line Marshal - Shift Time: 6:30am - 12:30pm
Finish Line Marshals assist entrants once they have completed their event. This role is based in the Event Village
Drink Station Assistant - Shift time: 5am-12:30pm
Drink Station Assistants build drink stations in preparation for participants, and ensure participants are hydrated while out on the course. This role is located at various points along the course routes.
Course Marshal - Shift Time: 5am-12.30pm
Course Marshals help entrants find their way around the course route, and make sure the course is safe for everyone. This role is undertaken at various points along both the long and short course routes.
Sponsor Activation Assistant - Shift Time: 6:30am-12:30pm
Sponsor Activation Assistants help with the distribution of Sponsor products on event day. This role is located in the Race Village, and may require volunteers to wear specific sponsor related clothing.
Recovery Zone Assistant - Shift time: 6:30am-12.30pm
Recovery Zone assistants help entrants after they have crossed the finish line, by providing drinks and fruit in the Recovery Zone. This role is located in the Event Village
Contact information
- Event contact
- Run for the Kids Race Office
- r4kadmin@news.com.au
- Phone
- 0392922510
- Website
- Visit website