Fall Wellness Festival & Resource Fair– Community Event Volunteers Needed!

Organization: Release Wellness NYC & The Social Work Ladies Collective

Event Date: Saturday, November 21, 2026

Event Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Location: 420 East 12th Street, New York, NY 10009

About the Event

Release Wellness NYC and The Social Work Ladies Collective are seeking enthusiastic, dependable, and community-minded volunteers to support our upcoming Fall Wellness Festival!

The Fall Wellness Festival is a free, family-friendly community event centered on wellness, self-care, connection, and community empowerment. This event will bring together individuals and families for an afternoon of engaging activities, wellness experiences, creative workshops, and access to valuable community resources.

Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in wellness activities such as sound healing, breathwork, Pilates, and Afrobeat dancing, explore arts and crafts and DIY activities, connect with local organizations and wellness professionals, and enjoy seasonal activities, community vendors, raffles, and giveaways.

In addition to promoting health and wellness, we are committed to making this event an opportunity to give back and strengthen our community.

Volunteer Responsibilities

We are looking for a large team of volunteers to help ensure the festival runs smoothly and that all attendees have a welcoming and enjoyable experience.

Volunteer responsibilities may include:

• Event Setup & Preparation: Assist with setting up tables, chairs, decorations, activity stations, vendor spaces, and event materials.
• Guest Check-In & Registration: Welcome attendees, assist with registration, and provide event information.
• Guest Engagement & Direction: Help direct attendees throughout the event, answer general questions, and ensure guests know where activities and resources are located.
• Activity & Workshop Support: Assist with arts and crafts, DIY stations, wellness activities, and interactive experiences.
• Vendor & Community Resource Support: Help welcome vendors, community organizations, and wellness professionals while assisting with their event needs.
• Food & Clothing Distribution: Support our community food and clothing drive by helping organize and distribute donated items to families.
• Event Flow & General Assistance: Provide support wherever needed to help maintain an organized, safe, and welcoming environment.
• Breakdown & Cleanup: Assist with dismantling event spaces, packing supplies, and cleaning up after the festival.

Who We're Looking For

We welcome individuals who are passionate about community engagement, wellness, volunteerism, and giving back. No prior event experience is necessary! We are looking for volunteers who are:

• Friendly, approachable, and comfortable interacting with people of all ages.
• Dependable, organized, and willing to take initiative.
• Team-oriented and able to work collaboratively.
• Enthusiastic about supporting community-centered initiatives.
• Willing to assist with a variety of tasks as needed.

Students, young professionals, community members, and anyone interested in making a positive impact are encouraged to volunteer!

Why Volunteer?

Volunteering at the Fall Wellness Festival is a great opportunity to give back, meet new people, gain hands-on event experience, support community wellness initiatives, and be part of an event that brings people together through connection, education, and service.

We are looking forward to building a strong volunteer team to help make this event a success!

Join us in creating an afternoon of wellness, connection, and community impact. We would love to have you on our team!