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Back-to-School Family Fest Volunteer – Backpack & School Supply Support

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Miami, FL
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  • Details

    Date:
    August 1, 2026, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM EDT
    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours
    Commitment Details:
    Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 11:00 AM–3:00 PM. Volunteers should arrive 15–30 minutes early for check-in, assignment coordination, and event setup.
    Recurrence:
    One time only
    Volunteers Needed:
    2
    Cause Areas:
    Children & Youth, Community Development, Education, Urban Areas, Volunteering
    Good For:
    Teens, Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    17+
    Other Requirements:
    Volunteers must complete RAC’s volunteer application, receive approval before participation, follow event instructions and organizational conduct requirements, and maintain respectful and professional interactions with participating families.
    Wheelchair Accessible

    Description

    REAL AMERICANS CORPORATION (RAC), a veteran-founded 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, is seeking volunteers to support our Back-to-School Initiative in collaboration with the Family Christian Association of America (FCAA).

    RAC is contributing approximately 50 backpacks with school supplies for children and families participating in FCAA’s Family Fest on August 1, 2026. Volunteers will help support an organized, welcoming, and effective community outreach effort.

    Volunteer responsibilities may include:

    • Assisting with event setup and preparation
    • Organizing backpacks and school supplies
    • Supporting backpack and school supply distribution as assigned
    • Assisting with inventory and distribution tracking
    • Welcoming and directing participating families
    • Supporting RAC team members and FCAA event staff
    • Assisting with event documentation and cleanup

    Volunteer expectations:

    Volunteers should be dependable, respectful, comfortable working with families and children, and able to follow instructions from designated event leadership. Volunteers must maintain professional conduct and respect the privacy and dignity of all participants.

    This is a one-day community service opportunity supporting children and families as they prepare for the upcoming school year. Confirmed volunteers will receive final reporting instructions and assignment details before the event.

    Location

    On-site

    Family Christian Association of America (FCAA)

    14701 NW 7th Ave, Miami, FL 33168, USA
    Directions

    Please report to the Family Christian Association of America (FCAA) event location at 14701 NW 7th Ave, Miami, FL 33168. Upon arrival, check in with the designated event staff and identify yourself as a REAL AMERICANS CORPORATION volunteer. Please arrive 15–30 minutes before your scheduled start time for check-in and assignment coordination.

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    Interested volunteers should complete the REAL AMERICANS CORPORATION Volunteer Application using the application link provided. Applications will be reviewed before participation. Selected volunteers will receive confirmation and event-specific instructions prior to the volunteer opportunity.

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