Date: Sunday, November 8, 2026

Location: Arthur Storey Park, 7400 W Sam Houston Pkwy S, Houston, TX 77036.

Volunteer Arrival Time: 6:30 AM    Race Start: 7:30 AM     Estimated End Time: 9:00 AM

Volunteers will assist with race operations, including:

Water Stations

Set up water tables

Hand out water cups to runners

Keep area clean and stocked

Turn‑Around Point Support

Direct runners to the correct route

Ensure safety and clear flow of foot traffic

Provide encouragement and visibility

Finish Line Support

Assist with handing out finisher medals

Help maintain order and flow at the finish chute

Provide support to tired runners (water, guidance)

Recommended Attire:

Comfortable athletic wear

Closed‑toe shoes

Light jacket (morning may be cool)

Volunteers will receive a Free T-Shirt

Meals Provided:

Breakfast snacks & water

Volunteer Group #2 – VAUSA Honor Gala 2026 (Set up)

Date: Sunday, November 8, 2026

Location: Ocean Palace

Volunteer Arrival Time: 11:00 AM

Volunteer End Time: 5:00 PM (or earlier depending on assignment)

Duties include:

Setup (11:00 AM – 5:00 PM)

Decorate banquet tables (centerpieces, table markers, VIP/DV labels)

Assist with ballroom decorations (signage, banners, photo areas)

Help unload and organize supplies

Assist staging team with layout preparation

Support AV team with simple tasks:

Positioning speakers, setting up microphones, helping with screen placement

Attire: Comfortable wear, Comfortable shoes

Volunteers will receive Free T-Shirt

Lunch provided

Location: Ocean Palace

Date: Sunday, November 8, 2026

Location: Ocean Palace

Volunteer Arrival Time: 4:00 PM

Volunteer End Time: 8:00 PM (or earlier depending on assignment)

Volunteers will support setup, execution, and teardown of the Gala. Duties include:

Execution (4:00 PM – 8:00 PM)

Support ticket check‑in and guest flow

Help guide guests to seating areas

Assist with silent auction tables

Support photographers and media team

Provide general assistance to committee leads

Assist elders

Audio/Visual Support:

Help AV team monitor mic readiness, assist with handing microphones to speakers, help manage cable safety and equipment placement, support slide transitions or cueing (under AV team direction), assist with lighting cues for POW/MIA ceremony and entertainment, maintain situational awareness and respond to real‑time needs.

Teardown – Situational

Help remove decorations

Assist with packing equipment

Support cleanup and venue turnover

Attire: Gala Volunteers: Casual or business casual attire, No athletic wear during Gala execution, comfortable shoes recommended

Volunteers will receive Free T-Shirt

Dinner Provided