Volunteer to Join the Run Minnesota Event Council!
Love running, but also love bringing people together outside of the racecourse? Here’s your chance to shape the social side of Run Minnesota! 🎉 We’re forming an Event Council and are on the lookout for passionate volunteers to join us.
What the Event Council Will Do:
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Attend monthly meetings to brainstorm and collaborate.
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Help identify exciting events across Minnesota for Run Minnesota members to attend.
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Plan and coordinate social gatherings and volunteer opportunities for our community.
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Partner with the Board as needed to help create, coordinate, and provide great fun events for all Run Minnesota members to attend.
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Create fun non-running activities to bring members together and make running even more enjoyable!
Being part of the Event Council is a fantastic way to connect with other members, foster community, and make Run Minnesota an even more vibrant space for everyone.
Who Should Apply:
We welcome everyone to apply to join our volunteer event council. This is a great fit for you if:
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You’re passionate about making connections and bringing people together.
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You live in Minnesota – anywhere! We welcome and encourage volunteers from across Minnesota.
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You have a knack for planning fun events and activities or just want to see more events for runners and non-runners alike to connect without having to log more miles.
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You want to give back to the running community and help make it more inclusive and welcoming.
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You love being part of a team and collaborating with others.
We also welcome people of all backgrounds to apply! The Event Council is intended to reflect the very diverse nature of Run Minnesota membership to ensure that we create and provide social events where all feel welcome. This starts with having a volunteer Event Council that reflects the Run Minnesota community. So, apply and help us make events that are fun and welcoming for all!
Perks of Volunteering for the Event Council
As a valued member of our Event Council, you’ll receive:
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A free one-year membership to Run Minnesota.
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An exclusive Event Council sweatshirt or your pick of one Run Minnesota apparel item from our online store.
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Opportunities to network and connect with other members in the running community.
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The chance to showcase your event planning skills and make a positive impact on our community.
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The ability to go to the events you plan for free!
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The satisfaction of giving back to the running community and making a difference in the lives of others through fun and community-centered events.
How to Apply for the Run Minnesota Event Council
Email us at hello@run-minnesota.org with:
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A short explanation of why you’d love to join the council.
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One idea that you would like to share with Run Minnesota – this could be an event, a social outing, a volunteer opportunity, a community partner, anything!.
Help us build a community beyond the miles we log together with fun and meaningful opportunities for everyone to build lasting friendships and memories. 🏃♀️☕🎉
Applications are open now, so don’t wait! We can’t wait to hear your ideas. 💡