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Every Thanksgiving, our Community gathers in Wash Park to walk, run...and trot!
Join us for the 49th 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/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 bring together our Community for a cause that supports families across Metro Denver.
Join us for the race. Join us to make a difference.
Majority of shifts will require being on your feet. Please wear comfortable shoes.
Shifts (28)
Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | Registrants Needed | |
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Packet Pick Up- Shift 1 | 11:00am (MT) | 2:00pm (MT) | 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 11:00am- 2:00pm on Sunday, November 20th. Volunteers will meet at Boulder Running Club in Cherry Creek. Point... | 5/6 | Over |
Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | Registrants Needed | |
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Packet Pick Up- Shift 2 | 10:00am (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 Turley Trot. This shift will be from 10:00am- 2:30pm on Tuesday, November 22nd. Volunteers will meet at Boulder Running Club in Cherry Creek. Point... | 6/6 | Over |
Packet Pick Up- Shift 3 | 2:00pm (MT) | 6:00pm (MT) | Boulder Running Club in Cheery 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 22nd. | 6/6 | Over |
Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | Registrants Needed | |
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Packet Pick Up- Shift 4 | 10:00am (MT) | 1:00pm (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 10:00am- 1:00pm on Wednesday, November 24th. Volunteers will meet at Boulder Running Club in Cherry Creek. Point... | 6/6 | Over |
Turkey Trot Pre-Set Up | 12:00pm (MT) | 4:00pm (MT) | South High School
1700 E Louisiana Ave Denver, CO 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: Steven Buchanan, steven.buchanan@unitedwaydenver.org | 10/10 | Over |
Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | Registrants Needed | |
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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. | 0/1 | 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-shirts Handout. | 1/1 | Over |
Race Course Water Station Set Up | 6:15am (MT) | 9:00am (MT) | St. John's Church
1600 E Exposition Ave Denver, CO 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. Volunteers will check-in at South High School and then escorted to the water station area. | 5/5 | 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-shirt 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. | 9/9 | Over |
Pre-Registration Packet Pick Up- 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. | 2/3 | 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 participate 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. | 27/28 | 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, organize papers and shirts, checking IDs for the Beer Garden. You understand that there will be downtime and you are cool under pressure. Be... | 1/2 | 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 clear, clean, and easily accessible. | 10/10 | 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! Start Village/beginning of race: 8:00-11:00am Finish Line/Village: 11:00am- 1:00pm | 1/1 | Over |
LEAD- Finance Support | 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 two Registration Leads | 8/8 | Over |
LEAD- Finish Village Assistant | 8:00am (MT) | 1:00pm (MT) | South High School
1700 E Louisiana Ave Denver, CO 80210 | Oversee all aspects of the Finish Village and volunteers. Help support heavy trafficed areas when needed, and give guidance to Finish Village teardown. You will be the go-to person for this area. | 0/1 | Over |
Pre-Registration Packet Pick Up- 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. | 30/30 | Over |
Race Course Water Station Handout | 8:30am (MT) | 12:00pm (MT) | South High School
1700 E Louisiana Ave Denver, CO 80210 | 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. | 10/10 | 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 out hot chocolate and apple cider to the bartenders. Please also assist with Finish Village tear down when advised. *Must check-in at Start Village prior to going to Beer Garden *Volunteers... | 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 at Start Village prior to going to Beer Garden. *Volunteers MUST be 21 and older at 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 at Start Village prior to going to Beer Garden. *Volunteers... | 8/8 | Over |
Race Time Results Input & Finish Line Assistants | 9:45am (MT) | 1:00pm (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 at 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. | 2/2 | Over |
Finish Village Teardown | 12:00pm (MT) | 2:30pm (MT) | South High School
1700 E Louisiana Ave Denver, CO 80210 | Assist the Mile High United Way Team clean up the Finish Village, ensuring all Wash Park rules and regulations are followed appropriately. Guide vendors to the correct dumpsters and collect all remaining materials. Please check-in with the team near Beer Garden entrance for specific directions. | 17/17 | Over |
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