Nonprofit
Elk Grove Toy Drive Celebration 2026 — Volunteer Directors
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Description
The 10th Annual Elk Grove Toy Drive Celebration is Sunday, December 6, 2026, 3:30–7:30 PM at District 56, Elk Grove. Free family celebration: Santa photos, dinner, crafts, kids games, entertainment — and unwrapped toys for children served by local charities. Co-hosted by Community Partners Advocate of Little Saigon Sacramento (cPALSs) and Norcal Vietnamese Chamber of Commerce (NVCC). Event hub: https://elkgrovetoydrive.com
We're seeking volunteer Directors — one owner per celebration lane. You don't have to do every task yourself; you own the plan, coordinate vendors and volunteers, and report status to the event chairs. Fourteen director roles are open. Open and filled roles: https://elkgrovetoydrive.com/team/
GUEST EXPERIENCE
Entertainment — run-of-show, performer booking, stage cues
Santa Photo — Santa talent, photographer liaison, photo line flow
Crafts — crafts tables, supplies, make-and-take staffing
Kids Games — game stations, prizes, volunteer staffing
Food & Dinner — dinner service, food sponsors, serving flow
Decor — Christmas décor plan, install/strike
Raffle — raffle inventory, ticket flow, prize display
TOYS & PARTNERS
Toys & Charities — collection goals, intake standards, charity drop-off
Registration — guest registration platform, check-in, capacity
Volunteers — recruitment, shifts, waivers, appreciation
OUTREACH & PRODUCTION
Sponsorship — corporate pipeline, Fund the Fete asks, deliverables
Marketing & Communications — email, Instagram, website, organic promo
Media — photo/video vendors, highlight reel, press kit
Production & Logistics — load-in/out, floor plan, vendor arrivals
ALREADY COVERED: Event chairs (Vivian · Mamie · cPALSs) — season decision authority. All lane directors open for 2026 recruitment.
GOOD FIT IF YOU
Can commit planning time now through December 2026 and event day
Communicate clearly and like bounded ownership with chair backup
Have event or committee experience (helpful, not required)
WHEN YOU APPLY: Tell us which director role(s) interest you, your preferred contact method (email, text, or phone), and any events you're already committed to this season so we can coordinate schedules.
Volunteer leadership roles — unpaid. One director name on the roster; co-leads welcome as members.
Location
Associated Location
District 56
Ste 100
Please fill out this form
In your answers, name the director role(s) you want to lead (see the listing description for open lanes). Tell us your preferred contact method and any events you're already committed to this season. We'll follow up within a few business days — no need to apply again by email.
