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About
Every Thanksgiving, our community gathers in Wash Park to walk, run…and trot.
Join us for the 48th annual Mile High United Way Turkey Trot and be a part of the action! Mile High United Way's Turkey Trot is a 4-mile walk/run race around the beautiful Washington Park in Denver, Colorado.
Thanksgiving is a time for people to come together. What better way to celebrate Thanksgiving than bringing together our community for a cause that supports families across Metro Denver.
Join us for the race. Join us to make a difference.
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Registration
Opens Sep 10, 2021 12:00am
Registration Closes
Any time before each shift ends or when space runs out.
Age Limit
Family Friendly
Requirement Details
Majority of shifts will require being on your feet. Please wear comfortable shoes.
Perks
Give thanks by giving back! Volunteering at Turkey Trot is a great way to kick off the holiday with the whole family.
Parking Details
Free parking available in the parking lot of South High School (first come, first serve).
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289 Positions Filled
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231 Impacts
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985 Hours
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Shifts (28)
1 - 1 of 1 Shifts
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Packet Pick Up - Shift 1 | 10:30am (MT) | 2:00pm (MT) | Boulder Running Club - Cherry Creek 2500 E 1st Ave Denver, CO 80206 | Volunteers will help distribute packets to Turkey Trot Runners at the Boulder Running Club in Cherry Creek (2500 East 1st Avenue, Denver, CO 80206) prior to Turkey Trot.This shift will be from 10:30am - 2:00pm on Sunday, November 21st.Volunteers will meet at Boulder Running Club in Cherry Creek. Point of Contact:... | 6/6 | Over |
1 - 2 of 2 Shifts
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Packet Pick Up - Shift 2 | 9:30am (MT) | 2:30pm (MT) | Boulder Running Company in Cherry Creek 2500 East 1st Avenue Denver, CO 80206 | Volunteers will help distribute packets to Turkey Trot Runners at the Boulder Running Club in Cherry Creek (2500 East 1st Avenue, Denver, CO 80206) prior to Turkey Trot.This shift will be from 9:30am - 2:30pm on Tuesday, November 23rd. Volunteers will meet at Boulder Running Club in Cherry Creek. Point of Contact:... | 6/6 | Over |
| Packet Pick Up - Shift 3 | 2:00pm (MT) | 6:00pm (MT) | Boulder Running Club in Cherry Creek 2500 East 1st Avenue Denver, CO 80206 | Volunteers will help distribute packets to Turkey Trot Runners at the Boulder Running Club in Cherry Creek (2500 East 1st Avenue, Denver, CO 80206) prior to Turkey Trot.This shift will be from 2:00pm - 6:00pm on Tuesday, November 23rd. Volunteers will meet at Boulder Running Club in Cherry Creek. Point of Contact:... | 4/6 | Over |
1 - 2 of 2 Shifts
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Packet Pick Up - Shift 4 | 9:30am (MT) | 2:00pm (MT) | Boulder Running Club in Cherry Creek 500 East 1st Avenue Denver, CO 80206 | Volunteers will help distribute packets to Turkey Trot Runners at the Boulder Running Club in Cherry Creek (2500 East 1st Avenue, Denver, CO 80206) prior to Turkey Trot.This shift will be from 9:30am - 2:00pm on Wednesday, November 24th. Volunteers will meet at Boulder Running Club in Cherry Creek. Point of Contact:... | 6/6 | Over |
| Turkey Trot Set Up | 12:00pm (MT) | 5:00pm (MT) | 1700 East Louisiana Avenue 1700 E Louisiana Ave Denver, Colorado 80210 | Volunteers will help set up the turkey trot race the day before the event. Setting up includes putting cones out, setting up tables, etc. Volunteers will meet at South High School at 12:00pm. Pizza will be provided! Point of Contact: Yael Holzman Castellands, yael.holzman@unitedwaydenver.org | 40/40 | Over |
1 - 23 of 23 Shifts
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volunteer Check-in | 6:00am (MT) | 11:00am (MT) | South High School 1700 E Louisiana Ave Denver, CO 80210 | Check in all volunteers and staff, distribute volunteer packets and direct volunteers to their designated stations. This is a great opportunity for an individual wanting to volunteer and participate in the race! | 8/8 | Over |
| LEAD - Start Village Assistant | 6:15am (MT) | 11:00am (MT) | South High School 1700 E Louisiana Ave Denver, CO 80210 | Oversee all aspects of the Start Village and volunteers. Help support heavy trafficed areas when needed, ensure any and all cash/check donations are given to the Finance runner after collected, and give guidance to Start Village tear down. You will be the go-to person for this area. | 1/1 | Over |
| LEAD T-shirt Handout | 6:15am (MT) | 11:00am (MT) | South High School 1700 E Louisiana Ave Denver, CO 80210 | Oversee all T-shirt Handout volunteers as well as help organize and distribute Turkey Trot t-shirts to participants on race day. Tear down and pack all remaining t-shirts at the end of the event. You will be the go-to person for all questions involving T-shirt Handout. | 1/1 | Over |
| Race Course Water Station Setup | 6:15am (MT) | 9:00am (MT) | 1600 East Exposition Avenue 1600 E Exposition Ave Denver, Colorado 80209 | Set up water cups for distribution on the race course. Replenish water to ensure all participants receive water during the race. Clean up water station after race finishes. THIS YEAR: Volunteers will check-in at South High School and then escorted to the water station area. | 6/5 | Over |
| Race Day Set up | 6:15am (MT) | 9:00am (MT) | South High School 1700 E Louisiana Ave Denver, CO 80210 | Help set up tables, unload supplies from South High School, hang signs and organize t-shirts and registration materials. This position is great for individuals interested in volunteering and participating in the race! **Disclaimer: must wear comfortable shoes and be able to lift and carry heavy items | 8/9 | Over |
| Pre-Registration Packet Pickup - Shift 1 | 6:30am (MT) | 9:00am (MT) | South High School 1700 E Louisiana Ave Denver, CO 80210 | Pull packets containing bibs and timing chips for participants who registered through the mail or online prior to race day. | 25/25 | Over |
| Race Day Registration | 6:30am (MT) | 11:00am (MT) | South High School 1700 E Louisiana Ave Denver, CO 80210 | Assist participants fill out registration forms, collect payments and hand out race packets to participants. | 5/5 | Over |
| Parking Lot Directors | 6:45am (MT) | 10:00am (MT) | South High School 1700 E Louisiana Ave Denver, CO 80210 | The parking lot at South High School will fill up fast! Help direct traffic in the parking lot and keep track of how many available spaces are left. | 3/1 | Over |
| Race Course Water Station Handout | 6:45am (MT) | 11:30pm (MT) | 1600 East Exposition Avenue 1600 E Exposition Ave Denver, Colorado 80209 | Set up water cups for distribution on the race course. Replenish water to ensure all participants receive water during the race. Clean up water station after race finishes. IMPORTANT***: Volunteers will check-in at South High School and then be escorted altogether to where they will be going. DO NOT go... | 10/10 | Over |
| T-Shirt Handout | 6:45am (MT) | 11:00am (MT) | South High School 1700 E Louisiana Ave Denver, CO 80210 | Help organize and distribute Turkey Trot t-shirts to participants on race day. Tear down and pack all remaining t-shirts at the end of the event and assist with Start Village tear down when advised.. | 28/28 | Over |
| Start Village Assistant | 7:00am (MT) | 10:30am (MT) | South High School 1700 E Louisiana Ave Denver, CO 80210 | You are someone that is available and willing to help wherever is needed! This may be filling in for a volunteer that has to leave early to organizing papers and shirts to checking IDs for the Beer Garden. You understand that there will be down time and you're cool under... | 0/0 | Over |
| Finance Support - STAFF ONLY | 8:00am (MT) | 12:00pm (MT) | South High School 1700 E Louisiana Ave Denver, CO 80210 | Assist participants and volunteers with registration and donations. Positions will include: Office support, Runner, and (2) Registration leads. | 8/8 | Over |
| Finish Line Water Station | 8:00am (MT) | 12:30pm (MT) | South High School 1700 E Louisiana Ave Denver, CO 80210 | Help set up bottled water station at the race finish line and hand water to participants after they finish the race. Help keep finish line water station area clean, clear, and easily accessible. | 35/35 | Over |
| Gobbles Guide | 8:00am (MT) | 1:00pm (MT) | South High School 1700 E Louisiana Ave Denver, CO 80210 | Help our friendly Turkey Trot mascot Gobbles find his way around during the event. Photo ops, crossing the street, and high fives to all are just a few things Gobbles will need you for! 8:00 - 11:00 Start Village and beginning of race 11:00 - 1:00 Finish Line and Village... | 1/1 | Over |
| Finish Village Recycling | 8:30am (MT) | 12:00pm (MT) | South High School 1700 E Louisiana Ave Denver, CO 80210 | Help divert recyclable materials in Finish Village (specifically water bottles and beer cans) from waste containers and get into recyclable containers. | 1/1 | Over |
| Pre-Registration Packet Pickup - Shift 2 | 8:30am (MT) | 11:00am (MT) | South High School 1700 E Louisiana Ave Denver, CO 80210 | Pull packets containing bibs and timing chips for participants who registered through the mail or online prior to race day. Please also assist with Start Village tear down when advised. | 32/30 | Over |
| Beer Garden Bar-back | 8:45am (MT) | 1:30pm (MT) | South High School 1700 E Louisiana Ave Denver, CO 80210 | Bar-back will help manage the beer garden at the end of the race by helping with preparing and handing hot chocolate and apple cider to the bartenders. Please also assist with Finish Village tear down when advised. **MUST check-in in Start Village prior to going to Beer Garden. Volunteers MUST... | 3/3 | Over |
| Beer Garden Bartender | 8:45am (MT) | 1:30pm (MT) | South High School 1700 E Louisiana Ave Denver, CO 80210 | Manage the Beer Garden at the end of the race. Hand out beer and help with crowd control. Please also assist with Finish Village tear down when advised. **MUST check-in in Start Village prior to going to Beer Garden. Volunteers MUST be 21 and older in this station. | 15/15 | Over |
| Beer Garden ID Check | 8:45am (MT) | 12:30pm (MT) | South High School 1700 E Louisiana Ave Denver, CO 80210 | Check IDs of all participants and volunteers to identify who can partake in the Beer Garden. Help with crowd control of people entering and exiting the Beer Garden. Please also assist with Finish Village tear down when advised. **MUST check-in in Start Village prior to going to Beer Garden. Volunteers... | 9/8 | Over |
| Race Time Results Input and Finish Line Assistants | 8:45am (MT) | 12:00pm (MT) | South High School 1700 E Louisiana Ave Denver, CO 80210 | Type bib numbers and times as participants cross the finish line. Typing skills required. Help ID the winner in each race category. Please also assist with Finish Village tear down when advised. **MUST check-in in Start Village prior to going to station | 4/4 | Over |
| Beer Garden: Green Team | 10:30am (MT) | 1:00pm (MT) | South High School 1700 E Louisiana Ave Denver, CO 80210 | Volunteers will help to prevent cross-contamination in trash cans and roll-off dumpsters in or near the beer garden. Will assist in picking up trash and ensuring we are doing our best to recycle all possible trash from the event. | 5/5 | Over |
| Start Village Breakdown | 10:30am (MT) | 12:00pm (MT) | South High School 1700 E Louisiana Ave Denver, CO 80210 | Assist the Events team with breaking down the Start Village after the race begins. All tables, tents, signage and materials will need to be moved into the truck and the area cleared. | 2/1 | Over |
| Finish Village Teardown | 12:00pm (MT) | 2:30pm (MT) | South High School 1700 E Louisiana Ave Denver, CO 80210 park map will be provided with beer garden location | Assist the Mile High United Way team clean up the finish village, ensuring all Wash Park rules & regulations are followed appropriately. Guide vendors to the correct dumpsters and collect all remaining materials. Please check-in with team near Beer Garden entrance for specific directions. | 17/17 | Over |
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