Opportunities From: Helpline Center Volunteer Connections

At the annual Great Strides walk, participants and volunteers, come together for a day of unity where friends, family, and colleagues unite to celebrate and remember. It is a time for those touched by cystic fibrosis to feel renewed hope while their community rallies around them and an opportunity to remember those lost to cystic fibrosis. This is a family-friendly (dogs welcome) event filled with fun activities, food, and a walk. Location: Old Storybook Island Shelter, Rapid City.

VOLUNTEER ROLES:

SET UP STARTS AT 7:30AMGREETERS ARRIVE AT 8:15AMREGISTRATION ARRIVE AT 8:15AMSHIRT DISTRIBUTION ARRIVE AT 8:15AMFOOD SERVICE ARRIVE AT 8:15AMCHEER FOR WALKERS ARRIVE AT 9:30AMROUTE MONITOR ARRIVE AT 9:30AMKIDS CORNER ARRIVE AT 8:15AMPHOTOGRAPHER ARRIVE AT 8:45AMTEAR DOWN AROUND 12:30PM

What is Corks & Kegs?

Join us for the legendary Corks & Kegs – (new theme every year)! This iconic evening includes tastings of wine, brews, cocktails, mocktails, and epic eats along with auctions and games —all to support fighters living with cystic fibrosis. Every Corks & Kegs includes a moment that hits the heartstrings where someone touched by cystic fibrosis takes the mic to share their powerful journey which reminds us why we unite annually—for hope, for progress, and for every CF fighter out there.

The special events committee collaborates to plan, coordinate, and execute all aspects of the event—from pre-event preparations to day-of activities. Through strategic efforts and teamwork, the committee aims to deliver an exceptional experience while meeting or exceeding event revenue goals.

Overall, the time commitment can range from about 1 hours per month during the early planning stages, increasing to around 8 hours per month as the event approaches, and peaking at around 2 hours during the week of the event itself.

The committee will meet at least once a month (mostly virtually), and potentially more frequently leading up to the event. 2026 Corks & Kegs is Saturday, September 26 in Sioux Falls. This will be the 12th anniversary and the FIRST EVER indoor/outdoor event at Lake Lorraine.

Key Responsibilities:

You pick from the options below for what you are excited about helping with! Help with one or multiple activities. You drive your preferred area of impact!

Event Planning and Coordination Assist in planning event logistics, including layout, flow, and guest experience. Provide input on event themes, decorations, and activities that align with the event's mission, tone, and budget. Vendor Relations Assist in connecting the chapter with local vendors who may be able to donate services or other logistical elements to help offset costs (ex. photographers, florists that could donate roses for those that make a bid).Sponsorship Outreach Identify, solicit, and secure sponsors through personal and professional networks. Table & Ticket Sales Identify, solicit, and secure ticket and table sales through personal and professional networks. Event Experiences Help secure donations for both silent and live auction items. Help identify and secure donations for additional profit centers (ex. wine pull, center piece sales, etc).Promotion and Outreach Spread awareness of the event through personal and professional networks using social media, email, and networking.Engage with community members to encourage ticket sales and attendance. o Assist in distributing invitations and promotional materials. Day-of Event Support If available, assist with setting up event spaces, including decorations, signage, and auction displays. Help with event wrap-up, including clean-up and organizing items for storage. Post-Event Follow-up Assist in sending thank-you notes to donors, sponsors, and volunteers.