Volunteers Make the Difference!

Be a part of First Night! Artful activities are on-going throughout the new year as we wrap up First Night Monterey. You can help! It would be impossible to produce FNM without the hundreds of volunteers. Volunteer now, individually or as part of a group! Get involved! Artful activities are on-going!

High School and College Students: Build up your community service hours; volunteer in a fun and creative environment! Expand your resumé with relevant experience; service learning hours are available.

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Check out this special volunteer opportunity!

Monterey 4th of July Parade

Monterey's Fourth of July parade is fast approaching, and we couldn’t be more excited! First Night Monterey is proudly teaming up with the Old Monterey Business Association to bring this cherished community celebration to life, and we’re on the lookout for spirited volunteers who want to join in on the fun! Whether you fancy yourself a parade marshall, a lively pacer, or you want to dive into the heart of event activities, there’s a spot for you! Imagine the joy of working side-by-side with fellow community members, all while soaking up the festive atmosphere—what could be more rewarding? Plus, you’ll get to enjoy a generous dose of laughter and camaraderie (and maybe even some impromptu dance-offs) while playing a vital role in making this event unforgettable. So don’t just be a spectator—come be a part of the magic! Join us for the parade, and then stick around for the Lawn Party—it’s going to be a day filled with joy, laughter, and community spirit that you won’t want to miss!.

Please fill out the short Volunteer Application Form. We will be sending out information on everything you need to know.

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YEAR-ROUND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AT FNM

Enjoy a casual atmosphere with flexible schedules; community service hours available!

  • Office Assistance is always needed! From helping with phones to organization to working with computer programs
  • Run Errands - Deliver and pick up items as needed, distribute posters & buttons
  • Outreach - Assist children and adults with art outreach projects
  • Visual Arts/Painting - help to create large scale art and murals for FNM
  • Graphic Arts - use your skills to design signs, flyers and posters
  • Social Media and Web - report/blog on current happenings using Twitter and Facebook! Design and make website updates

EVENT OPPORTUNITIES AT FIRST NIGHT

Assignments are made in 3-4 hour shifts according to your preferences - everyone gets a chance to enjoy performances.

  • Event Operations - Be a Site Manager or Assistant at a venue, use your sales aptitude to sell buttons and souvenirs at the event, or work at our hospitality venue
  • Tech & Production - work on event production behind the scenes; great experience for theatrical careers
  • Photo and Video - with your own equipment, be a staff photographer or videographer; great experience for developing photographers
  • Staging and Loading - help with event production, loading and moving equipment and art; art staging

You can make a difference!

First Night Monterey depends on volunteer support not just the night of the celebration, but in the months preceding FNM as well. Please complete your application today. Don't miss out!

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