Winter Jam 11-11-11

WHO?...WHAT?...WHERE?...WHEN?...WHY?

Winter Jam Volunteer Q and A

Who can volunteer?

The perfect volunteer is a friendly, responsible adult who wants to help Holt increase the number of sponsored children throughout the world and will enjoy the atmosphere of a Christian high-energy concert. No sales involved!

What will I do?

Volunteers will either: (1) Work at tables helping people who want to sign up for child sponsorship (2) Be in the aisles of the arena signing up sponsors during Intermission

Where do I go?

Look for the bright yellow Holt umbrella and enter through that door. This year, we will send out a text message the day of the event with up-to-date details to help you enter the venue through the correct door. You will show your special Holt ID which will be emailed to you on the Monday before your concert. Identify yourself as a Holt Volunteer and proceed to the Holt volunteer check-in table that will be near the door you come in. Holt Tour Rep Dan Lindsay will train you. It is a busy place with many different groups promoting and selling things, so be sure that you go to the Holt tables. Each site is different, but there will always be Holt tables set up on the main floor behind the sound stage if you can't find the Holt Volunteer check-in table.

When should I arrive?

You must be INSIDE the venue AT LEAST 2 hours before the show starts. The volunteer check-in will only be open for 1 hour and we have over 100 volunteers to train and assign to their locations. Please allow extra time to find parking – the crowds start lining up early in the afternoon and things get very congested. After your training, you can find your seats and enjoy the Pre-Concert show that starts about 45 minutes before the main concert.

Why do you need so many volunteers?

We have only 15 minutes during intermission to sign up sponsors. Last year we averaged 290 a night, a new record! We need more volunteers to get more children sponsored and to distribute more information. Our goal is 100 volunteers at each concert. We averaged 100 last year – but some places had 50 volunteers & some had 150!

Can I bring a friend?

Absolutely! Please have them go to www.holtinternational.org/winterjam to sign up.

Is parking provided?

Unfortunately we are unable to provide special parking. Please allow plenty of time to find a space and make your way inside. Be aware that some places will charge a parking fee if you use the parking lot.

Do I have to pay to get in?

No, your free admission is a small token of our appreciation for your help. You will also receive a complimentary CD!

Can I watch the concert while I volunteer?

(1) If you are a volunteer at the Holt tables, you may be out in the concourse areas. But you will be able to take turns going inside the arena to observe. (2) If you are assigned to a section of the arena, you will have a seat in that section during the concert.

Will I stay until the end of the concert?

(1) Volunteers at the Holt tables are asked to stay and help with any sponsorship sign-ups after the concert. You will be free to leave shortly after the concert ends. (2) Volunteers who are working the aisles are free to leave after intermission is over but are welcome to stay and enjoy the rest of the show!

What should I wear?

Whatever is comfortable. We recommend layers to accommodate conditions at various table locations. You will be provided with a Holt apron to wear to distinguish you as a Holt volunteer.

What about earplugs?

Yes, we strongly recommend their use. The music will be loud, even in the corridors.

Can my Youth Group volunteer?

Usually teens prefer to be inside the concert venue to hear and see the concert – but their parents make great volunteers! Please refer them to our website.

We got to work at tables helping people who want to sign up for child sponsorship!  There were TONS of adorable children of God. 

These two pictures were taken before the audience arrived and the concert began.

This was taken while Travis listened to Newsboys...his favorite artist of the night!

These aren't the greatest videos, but it does give a small sampling of the evening...

We had a great time, but should have read the Q and A's more closely to see that earplugs are recommended as it gets loud... LOUD is for sure.  After the concert we enjoyed a yummy dinner of breakfast foods from Shari's.  Travis and I had a great date night!