Serve With Us

Volunteer at the Fountain Food Run 5K

Help welcome runners, walkers, families, sponsors, and volunteers at this year's Fountain Food Run 5K. Whether you're greeting guests, helping along the course, assisting with hospitality, or supporting the Food Pantry, your time helps create a welcoming experience while supporting local families.

Make an Impact

Your Help Makes This Community Event Possible

The Fountain Food Run supports The Fountain Food Pantry and helps connect local families with health, wellness, and practical care resources. Whether you're welcoming runners, helping at the registration table, supporting the Food Pantry, guiding participants along the course, or assisting with cleanup, every volunteer helps create a welcoming experience for our community.

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Ways to Serve

Choose a Volunteer Role

There are several ways to help on race day. Choose the role that fits you best, or let us place you where help is needed most.

Setup Team

Help prepare tables, signs, supplies, registration areas, and event spaces before guests arrive.

Check-In Team

Welcome runners and walkers, assist with check-in, and help answer basic event questions.

Course & Water Station Team

Encourage participants, help guide runners and walkers, and serve water along the route.

Community Welcome Team

Welcome participants, answer questions, direct guests, and help everyone feel at home throughout the morning.

Food Pantry Welcome Team

Share information about The Fountain Food Pantry, welcome families, and help create a friendly atmosphere.

Cleanup Team

Help take down signs, tables, supplies, trash, and event areas after the Food Run ends.

What to Expect

Choose a Volunteer Role

There are several ways to help on race day. Choose the role that fits you best, or let us place you where help is needed most.

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Flexible Opportunities

Whether you can help for one hour or the entire event, we'd love to have you.

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No Experience Needed

We'll provide instructions and place you where you're most comfortable.

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Serve Together

Families, small groups, ministry teams, businesses, and student groups are all welcome.

Volunteer Sign-Up

Sign Up to Volunteer

Complete the form below and let us know the area you would like to serve. A member of our team will follow up with volunteer details, arrival times, and role assignments before the event.

Fountain Food Run 5k - Volunteer Interest Form

SERVING AT THE EVENT

Volunteer FAQs

How do I sign up to volunteer?

Complete the volunteer interest form on this page and let us know how you'd like to serve. A member of our team will follow up with additional details, arrival times, and any instructions before race day.

Do I need any experience to volunteer?

No. Most volunteer opportunities do not require any previous experience. We'll provide instructions and help you feel prepared before your volunteer shift begins.

Can families, students, or groups volunteer together?

Yes! Families, student groups, church ministries, businesses, and community organizations are welcome to serve together. Just let us know on the volunteer form if you're volunteering as a group.

What volunteer opportunities are available?

Volunteer opportunities may include event setup, registration, course guides, water stations, Food Pantry hospitality, family activities, cleanup, and other race-day support. We'll do our best to match you with a role that fits your interests and abilities.

What time should volunteers arrive?

Arrival times vary depending on your volunteer assignment. Some teams help with setup before the race begins, while others serve during the event or assist with cleanup afterward. We'll send your arrival time before race day.

Can I volunteer if I'm also participating in the 5K?

Absolutely. Many volunteers also run or walk in the event. Let us know on your volunteer form, and we'll work to assign you a role that fits your race participation whenever possible.

What should I wear?

Wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes suitable for being outdoors. Some volunteer roles may involve standing, walking, or lifting light items. We'll let you know if your assignment requires anything specific.

Fountain Food Run 5K

A community event supporting The Fountain Food Pantry

Hosted by The Fountain Church

1985 Old Fountain Rd
Lawrenceville, GA 30043

thefountain.church

770-339-0017

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Fountain Food Run 5K is a community outreach event hosted by The Fountain Church.