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Annual Black History Month Fashion Show and Black Love Day Celebration
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Vancouver, WA
Details
Date:
February 14, 2026
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM PST
Available Times:
Weekends (daytime, evenings)
Time Commitment:
A few hours
Commitment Details:
Volunteers may choose a 4-hour shift (8 AM–12 PM or 2 PM–6 PM) or the full 8 AM–6 PM shift. Reliability matters—this event depends on volunteers to support setup, youth designers, dinner service, and event takedown.
Recurrence:
One time only
Volunteers Needed:
40
Cause Areas:
Arts & Music, Children & Youth, Education, Entrepreneurship, Volunteering
Benefits:
Training Provided
Good For:
Kids, Teens, Public Groups, Age 55+, Private Corporate Groups
Participation Requirements:
Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
Age Requirement:
16+
Other Requirements:
Volunteers must be at least 16, have a valid driver’s license, complete a background check, and attend a mandatory orientation before the event. Reliability, professionalism, and respectful conduct are expected.
Wheelchair Accessible
Description
Volunteer Responsibilities
- Assist with event setup, including exhibits, dressing rooms, stage layout, and food service areas (morning shift).
- Support middle and high school fashion designers and youth vendors throughout the event.
- Help check in guests and guide attendees to the correct areas.
- Ensure models have water, garment racks, hangers, and needed supplies.
- Assist with serving dinner during the Black Love Day feast.
- Help with event takedown, cleanup, and restoring the venue to its original setup (afternoon/evening shift).
- Provide general support to the PDDBM staff as needed to keep the event running smoothly.
Qualifications
- No experience required — training provided on-site.
- Must be reliable, punctual, and able to follow directions.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, community-centered environment.
- Able to stand, walk, or help with light lifting if needed (tasks will vary).
- Enjoy working with youth and supporting a culturally-focused community event.
- Positive attitude and willingness to help wherever needed.
Other Details
- Meals provided: full breakfast and dinner for all volunteers.
- Volunteers may choose between the morning shift (8 AM–12 PM), afternoon shift (2 PM–6 PM), or the full-day shift (8 AM–6 PM).
- This event celebrates Black Love Day and Black History Month, featuring youth-led fashion designs and student vendors.
- Volunteers directly support middle and high school students showcasing their creativity for the first time.
- This is an in-person opportunity at The Arts Centered (former FVRL), 1007 E Mill Plain Blvd, Vancouver, WA.
Location
On-site
The Arts Centered
1007 E Mill Plain Blvd, Vancouver, WA 98663, USA
Directions
From I-205 North
- Take Exit 28 for Mill Plain Blvd.
- Turn left onto E Mill Plain Blvd.
- Continue straight for about 5 miles
- .
- The Arts Centered (former FVRL) will be on your left, across from Clark Public Utilities.
- Turn right into the large parking lot on the right side of the building.
From I-205 South
- Take Exit 28 for Mill Plain Blvd.
- Turn right onto E Mill Plain Blvd.
- Continue about 5 miles
- straight.
- The building will be on your left, across from Clark Public Utilities.
- Park in the large lot on the right side of the building near the bus stop.
From I-5 North
- Take Exit 1C toward Mill Plain Blvd.
- Turn right onto E Mill Plain Blvd.
- Continue for about 1 mile.
- The Arts Centered (former FVRL) will be on your right.
- Turn into the large parking lot on the right side of the building.
From I-5 South
- Take Exit 1D toward Mill Plain Blvd.
- Turn left onto W Mill Plain Blvd.
- Continue straight for about 2 miles
- .
- The building will be on your right.
- Park in the large lot on the right side of the building near the bus stop.
Express Your Interest in This Opportunity
Instructions:
After submitting your interest, please indicate which shift you prefer (8 AM–12 PM, 2 PM–6 PM, or full-day). If you have any physical limitations, accessibility needs, or task preferences, please include that in your message so we can assign you to the best role. No additional documents are required. Volunteers will receive a confirmation message with final details before the event.
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