Organisation

Make-A-Wish

Purpose

Make-A-Wish NZ mission is to grant the wishes of children who have critical illnesses to give them hope, strength and joy. They believe that these wishes are transformational for the child and therefore all their work is based on positive psychology through the implementation of what they call the wish journey.

Description

Come and help Make-A-Wish NZ run their much loved annual Golf Fundraiser on Friday 22nd March. This fundraiser is made possible by the generous support from their sponsors and volunteers like you. They are looking for approximately 6-8 volunteers and extend this invitation to your family members and friends.

As an Events Supporter you will be:

• Asked to wear the Make-A-Wish Polo shirt

• Stationed at one of the holes on the golf course

• Engaging with golfers in a friendly manner

• During day shift: Receiving cash donations from the golfers using a container

• During evening shift: Cash handling re raffle ticket sales at a table and for the auction

• Overseeing the raffle
  (Previous volunteers report that they have lots of fun- there is usually 10 - 14 volunteers present)

Benefits for volunteers:

• You will receive a Make-A-Wish event Polo shirt - provided

• Many volunteers return year after year because they have such a great time

• Buffet lunch catering is provided

• You will be the public face of Make-A-Wish on the day, an organisation that helps to make the wishes of children with a critical illnesses come true

Location

St Clair Golf Club - St Clair, Dunedin 9012

Requirements

Wear the Make-A-Wish Polo shirt

• Ability to stand on your feet for at one of the golf-course holes

• Receiving cash donations from golfers using a container

• Overseeing the raffle

• A friendly and helpful attitude

• Basic counting and cash handling skills

• Values that align with the Make-A-Wish mission

Time commitment

• Contact to confirm event shift times

• Date: Friday, 22nd March

• Starting Time: Approximately 9-9:30am (exact timing to be confirmed closer to the date)

• Finishing Time: Wraps up in the evening, but early departures can be accommodated if needed

• Location: St Clair Golf Club - St Clair, Dunedin 9012

• Clothing: Warm clothing might be needed depending on weather

• Volunteers are asked to wear the Make-A-Wish Polo T-shirt
  (They will provide you with one when they know your size - contact Anna)

How to apply

Email Anna Buchanan / anna@makeawish.org.nz / 027 842 5961

Please copy (cc) volunteer@otago.ac.nz into your application email