Nonprofit
Event Experience Chair - Newport News Jingle Bell Run
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Description
EVENT EXPERIENCE CHAIR
Newport News Jingle Bell Run | Saturday, December 5
Primary Objective: Help create a memorable, fun and engaging event-day experience that brings the Arthritis Foundation’s mission to life for participants, families, sponsors, and volunteers
Role Overview: The Event Experience Chair leads the vision and execution of the event-day atmosphere for the Newport News Jingle Bell Run. This role is all about bringing creativity and community connections together—securing in-kind support, introducing festive elements, and building experiences that make the event truly memorable. There’s also the opportunity to build and lead a small committee to bring these ideas to life.
Time Commitment: Approximately 3–5 hours per month, increasing closer to event day. One-year term.
How You’ll Make an Impact
- Lead the overall event-day experience, from energy and entertainment to participant engagement
- Secure and manage in-kind donations (food trucks, refreshments, silent auction items, etc.)
- Build community partnerships to bring in local bands, cheer teams, mascots, and other entertainment
- Create engaging experiences like a kid zone, interactive activities, and festive on-site elements
- Build and lead a subcommittee to support experience and outreach efforts (optional)Work with your Staff Partner to ensure all experience elements align with event goals and timelines.
Additional Ways You’ll Support the Event
- Serve as an ambassador for the Jingle Bell Run
- Help promote the event and build excitement across the community
- Identify future Event Experience Chair leaders
