Event Experience Chair - Richmond Jingle Bell Run

EVENT EXPERIENCE CHAIR

Richmond Jingle Bell Run | Sunday, December 6

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 Richmond 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