Idealist logoidealist
Idealist Days
Find a Job
Search
JobsInternshipsOrganizations
Resources
Nonprofit Salary Explorer
Crowdsourced compensation data in the nonprofit sector. Insights for job seekers and employers.
Career Advice
Informative and practical resources to help guide you throughout your social-impact career.
Volunteer
Volunteer
Find Volunteer OpportunitiesSearch Organizations
Resources
Volunteer Resources
Tips and inspiration for finding the perfect volunteer opportunities.
Recipes for Action
A collection of actionable ideas to make a positive impact in your community.
Post on IdealistPost
Post
Post a ListingAdd your Organization
Resources
Employer Resources
Tools and advice to help you achieve your hiring and retention goals.
Volunteer Engagement Resources
Trainings and proven practices to help you successfully recruit and engage volunteers.
API & Integrations
Business Solutions
APISearch ModuleCSR Partners
Donate
Log In
Sign Up

Search

Popular searches

Board member
Data analyst
Research
Health
Art
Nonprofit
Published 11/21/25 1:13PM
Done in a Day

Volunteer Valet Parking Driver

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Washington, DC
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Start Date:
    December 5, 2025, 4:00 PM GMT-5
    End Date:
    December 7, 2025, 11:00 PM GMT-5
    Available Times:
    Weekdays (evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours
    Commitment Details:
    Dec 5 from 4pm-9pm; Dec 6 from 9am-1pm, 1pm-5pm and 5pm-9pm; Dec 7 from 9am-3pm and 3pm-11pm
    Recurrence:
    One time only
    Volunteers Needed:
    20
    Cause Areas:
    Volunteering
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    21+
    Other Requirements:
    Valid driver's license, comfortable driving large SUVs, able to stand for long periods of time.

    Description

    Volunteer Valet Parking Driver Job Description:

    During Kennedy Center Honors weekend, Honors Production Staff needs volunteers to assist as Volunteer Valet Drivers parking the cars that are brought to the Kennedy Center by talent escorts in the garage or designated area and retrieve them as needed. The cars are usually large SUVs. Please keep in mind interaction with talent is strictly prohibited.

    Requirements:

    • Must be 21 years old or older;
    • Attend Honors Virtual Orientation on December 1, 5-6pm;
    • Valid driver’s license, and ability to drive at night;
    • Ability to drive large SUVs (short drive);
    • Lots of walking between outdoor and indoor spaces;
    • Dress appropriately (volunteers will be in and out of the building).

    Day of Volunteering:

    Volunteers are to report at least 15 minutes prior to the shift start time for further instructions.

    Event Overview:

    The Kennedy Center Honors are annual honors given to those in the performing arts for their lifetime of contributions to American culture. They have been presented annually since 1978, culminating each December in a gala celebrating five Honorees in the Kennedy Center Opera House.

    This year's Honorees are: country music icon George Strait, legendary rock band KISS (Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons, Peter Criss, Ace Frehley), Tony-award winning stage and screen star Michael Crawford, Grammy-winning disco pioneer Gloria Gaynor, blockbuster film powerhouse and Hollywood icon Sylvester Stallone. Learn more about the Honors here.

    Location

    On-site

    Kennedy Center

    2700 F St NW, Washington, DC 20566, USA

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    To learn more and sign up to be a Volunteer Valet for the Kennedy Center Honors, please go to Better Impact linked here.

    You will be asked to create an account in very simple steps and you can sign up for shifts after that.

    Someone from the Friends of the Kennedy Center team will be in touch with you via email or phone call for a quick Matching Expectations Conversation where we will make sure this opportunity matches your interests and skillset.

    Questions? Email us at Volunteers@kennedy-center.org

    Illustration

    Discover Your Calling

    Find opportunities to change the world with the latest social-impact job, internship, and volunteer listings. Plus, explore resources for taking action in your community.
    Sign Up Now
    Already a user? Log in