Gala Event Volunteer

Volunteers:
We are looking for people to be involved with our 10th Annual Sydney Chocolate Ball. The Sydney Chocolate Ball is one of Sydney’s most iconic gala balls and this year will have an exciting 10th Anniversary Celebration theme. 
A fabulous evening of chocolate inspired food, exquisite champagne and world class entertainment. It is a sold out event each year, attended by captains of industry, politicians, celebrities, and a large number of corporate stakeholders.

The Cause: The FSHD Global Research Foundation is a charity that allocates 100% of all tax deductible donations towards finding treatments and a cure for Facioscapulohumeral Dystrophy – one of the most common forms of muscular dystrophy affecting adults and children. FSHD is an aggressive and debilitating muscle-wasting disease affecting 1 in every 7,500 Australians.

Where:          The Star Events Centre, Sydney

When:            Saturday 15 June 2019, 4.00 pm - 1.30 am    

Dress Code:  Ladies, Black Dinner Dress        Gentlemen, Black Pants, White Shirt

Saturday Evening Duties
  • Selling raffle tickets
  • Assisting in live auction
  • Assisting in silent auction
  • Ushers
  • Pack down end of night
This is our major fundraiser of the year and one that is very popular as a volunteer. Volunteers often return to be involved year after year and having the chance to take part in an incredible event all whilst assisting in much needed fundraising for medical research into treatments and a cure for FSHD.
 
To register your interest or if you have any questions, please email us at admin@fshdglobal.org with details of the shift you would like to volunteer for.
 
Thank you so much for your support, we look forward to seeing you there!
The Team at FSHD Global Research Foundation
Points to note
Be approachable, friendly and have a smile. Be willing to pitch in and help wherever required. Have fun. Willing to split the volunteer session time for those that aren't able stay around for the entire evening. Dinner and small gift will be pro...
Benefits of Volunteering
Communication
Emotional Intelligence
Positive Attitude
Resilience
Growth Mindset
Co-ordinating with Others (Team Work)
FSHD Global Research Foundation
Gala Event Volunteer

Skills Required

Sales
Fundraising
General