Event Volunteer - Run with Rich
OFFERED BY:
The Richard Whitehead FoundationLocation(s): Outside of Nottingham City
Address where volunteering takes place: Adbolton Ln, Holme Pierrepont Nottingham NG12 2LUHow many places are on offer?
Purpose of Role:
Volunteer – Run with Rich (27 Sept, Nottingham)
Be part of our flagship fundraising event celebrating inclusion through sport! Help support a vibrant event village, cheer on participants in a 5K run and sensory 1-mile course, and join the Richard Whitehead Foundation team in promoting disability sport. A fun, high-energy day where your support makes a real impact!
Be part of our flagship fundraising event celebrating inclusion through sport! Help support a vibrant event village, cheer on participants in a 5K run and sensory 1-mile course, and join the Richard Whitehead Foundation team in promoting disability sport. A fun, high-energy day where your support makes a real impact!
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
🏃 Volunteer Role: Run with Rich Support Crew
📍 Location: Nottingham
📅 Date: 27 September 2025
🕒 Time Commitment: Half-day or full-day shifts available (8am start)
Join us for our annual flagship fundraising event!
Run with Rich is our flagship fundraising event, founded in 2022, designed to unite communities and promote inclusivity through sport. Led by Paralympic Champion Richard Whitehead MBE, the event encourages everyone to ‘take part your way’ in our 5K or Sensory 1mile course, whether that is by running, walking, rolling, or cheering from the sidelines. The inclusive route is designed for all abilities, ensuring everyone can participate and feel part of something special.
Each year, participants help us make a lasting impact by raising vital funds to support individuals with disabilities, enabling them to disabled people’s ambitions through sport. The day features a buzzing event village with activities such as free inclusive sports, sponsored by Rushcliffe Borough Council. Activities include - a climbing wall, amputee football, boccia and sitting volleyball. As a volunteer, you’ll help create a welcoming, energetic atmosphere and support participants of all abilities.
🌟 Why It’s So Fun:
Festival vibes: The event village is packed with music, activities, and community spirit.
Inclusive energy: From elite runners to first-timers, everyone is welcome and celebrated.
Unique sensory mile: A joyful, accessible experience for disabled participants and families.
Feel-good impact: Help raise awareness and funds to support disabled people into sport.
Team camaraderie: Work alongside passionate volunteers and the Richard Whitehead Foundation team.
🙌 What You’ll Do:
Welcome and guide runners to registration and activities
Cheer and motivate participants along the 5K and sensory mile routes
Be a course marshal to keep the course safe for our runners
Support water stations and finish line logistics
Information stand support – Join the Richard Whitehead Foundation team in the event village and spread the word about our mission to support disabled people into sport
📍 Location: Nottingham
📅 Date: 27 September 2025
🕒 Time Commitment: Half-day or full-day shifts available (8am start)
Join us for our annual flagship fundraising event!
Run with Rich is our flagship fundraising event, founded in 2022, designed to unite communities and promote inclusivity through sport. Led by Paralympic Champion Richard Whitehead MBE, the event encourages everyone to ‘take part your way’ in our 5K or Sensory 1mile course, whether that is by running, walking, rolling, or cheering from the sidelines. The inclusive route is designed for all abilities, ensuring everyone can participate and feel part of something special.
Each year, participants help us make a lasting impact by raising vital funds to support individuals with disabilities, enabling them to disabled people’s ambitions through sport. The day features a buzzing event village with activities such as free inclusive sports, sponsored by Rushcliffe Borough Council. Activities include - a climbing wall, amputee football, boccia and sitting volleyball. As a volunteer, you’ll help create a welcoming, energetic atmosphere and support participants of all abilities.
🌟 Why It’s So Fun:
Festival vibes: The event village is packed with music, activities, and community spirit.
Inclusive energy: From elite runners to first-timers, everyone is welcome and celebrated.
Unique sensory mile: A joyful, accessible experience for disabled participants and families.
Feel-good impact: Help raise awareness and funds to support disabled people into sport.
Team camaraderie: Work alongside passionate volunteers and the Richard Whitehead Foundation team.
🙌 What You’ll Do:
Welcome and guide runners to registration and activities
Cheer and motivate participants along the 5K and sensory mile routes
Be a course marshal to keep the course safe for our runners
Support water stations and finish line logistics
Information stand support – Join the Richard Whitehead Foundation team in the event village and spread the word about our mission to support disabled people into sport
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Enthusiasm
Friendly demeanour
Learn how to be a marshal at a running event
Meet new people
Friendly demeanour
Learn how to be a marshal at a running event
Meet new people
WHEN REQUIRED:
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Are there age restrictions for this opportunity? Yes
Age Restrictions:
18+
Are there gender restrictions for this opportunity? No
Gender restrictions:
Is the opportunity accessible to disabled people? Yes
Disability restrictions:
How long before volunteer can expect a response?
2 - 3 days
How long to complete training and recruitment?
Register interest and attend a briefing on the day (1 additional pre-event online briefing is also optional)
Volunteer Expenses offered? Yes
Induction and Training offered? Yes
Support and Supervision offered? Yes
Has a risk assessment been carried out? Yes
DBS Disclosure required? No