Each year, the Credit Union Cherry Blossom Ten Mile Run relies on the assistance of 1,000 volunteers to help with logistics to make the event run smoothly and the runners’ experience memorable, comfortable and safe.

Assistance is needed from pre- to post-run, and every position is vital to the success of the event. Whether helping transport elite athletes from local airports or setting up the Expo; manning a water stop or serving as a sentry along the ten-mile course; or assisting with race security and tear-down, all volunteers play a pivotal role in managing this massive undertaking.

Sponsoring credit unions and partner organizations who wish to be part of race day excitement (without having to run ten miles!) are encouraged to become volunteers! Each volunteer receives a commemorative race t-shirt, the opportunity to attend the Runners’ Expo and Clinic, and a guaranteed, transferable entry (at the prevailing fee) for the following year’s race.

Note that volunteers should meet these four criteria: (1) be at least 14 years old (parents and children may not be assigned to the same location); (2) groups of less than 25 are likely to be split up (if your group contains 25 or more, we will attempt to place you together) (3) all volunteers must be able to report on time and remain on the job for the duration; (4) and no-shows should be anticipated and replaced.

To Volunteer:
If your credit union or organization wishes to send a group of volunteers, kindly complete and submit our online Volunteer Coordinator Registration. This form is due by January 15, 2009. Once your form is processed, you will receive a user name and password to access the new volunteer portal site which will enable you to enter your volunteer list starting February 1.

Volunteer Deadline:
Volunteer Coordinator Registration form for groups of volunteers due Thursday, January 15.
The deadline for volunteer enrollment is March 2, 2009.

Volunteer Positions on Race Day
To find out more about each volunteer position go to  http://volunteers.marathonguide.com/volunteerregistration/creditunioncherryblossom.cfm and scroll down to the list of jobs. A description of the responsibilities of each position will appear when you hover over it with your mouse.

Volunteer Map

Questions:

Michelle Carter - Volunteer Coordinator, Credit Union Cherry Blossom Ten Mile Run
Phone: 703.379.6197
E-mail: michelle@cherryblossom.org

We look forward to your participation in the 2009 race!