Night to Shine is an unforgettable prom night for our honored guests and an incredible blessing for volunteers. It takes around 350 volunteers from the church and community to make this night so special. There are numerous opportunities for you to serve and make a difference. Come be part of this worldwide event!
The minimum age to volunteer is 13, and anyone under 15 must be with an adult or guardian.
Per the Tim Tebow Foundation, all volunteers ages 18 and older are required to attend one of two trainings and undergo a background check.
BUDDY TEAM – Accompany and assist your assigned honored guest throughout the evening, providing companionship and any assistance
they may need during the event. Sit with their guests during dinner, dance, and participate in activities. Buddies do not need any experience working in the special needs community. Guests with specialized feeding or bathroom needs are cared for by their caregivers. *Must be at least 16 years old. All buddies must complete a background check conducted by West Asheville Baptist.
All volunteers will be required to attend a training session before the event, so you will be well prepared for your role.
GLITTER TATTOOS, SHOE SHINE TEAM –Arrive at the designated time and assist the set-up team with the salon area. Assist guests with decorative, glitter tattoos. Chat with them while pampering them and making them feel special. When all guests have arrived, this team is finished for the night. Must complete a background check conducted by West Asheville Baptist.
FLOWERS TEAM — As guests arrive for the event, help them select corsages and boutonnieres. When all guests have arrived, this team is finished for the night. You can leave the event unless you indicate you want to stay and assist in other areas. Must complete a background check conducted by West Asheville Baptist.
LIMO TEAM – Assist guests getting in and out of the limos.
RED CARPET TEAM – Assist and cheer on guests as they go down the red carpet. Treat them like kings and queens arriving for the grand ball. This is the perfect team if you cannot commit to staying the entire night. Once the red carpet closes, you can leave the event unless you have indicate you would like to stay and help in other areas. If you are staying, you will need to complete a background check.
COAT CHECK TEAM — After walking the Red Carpet, help guests check their coats for the evening and assist with returning their coat at the end of the night.
ACTIVITIES TEAM – Set up and participate in any additional activities with guests, including karaoke and other games. Encourage guests and maintain a fun atmosphere. Must complete a background check conducted by West Asheville Baptist.
FOOD PREP / FOOD SERVICE TEAM – Assist the caterer with food preparation and set up food and beverages in the main event space. Serve food to all guests in the main event space. If you are helping with prep, you must come earlier than the event time. **Ages 16+
PARKING – Direct traffic for easy vehicle entry and exit. Assist guests with parking. **18+
PARENT/CAREGIVER ROOM – Love on the parents/caretakers by serving food, keeping desserts and beverages stocked and spending time getting to know them.
SENSORY ROOM—Spend time with guests who may be experiencing overstimulation from the event’s excitement. Interact with them by participating in sensory activities, listening to calming music, or providing a quiet spot to regroup. Must complete a background check conducted by West Asheville Baptist.
PRE-PROM DECORATING / SET-UP -We have lots of opportunities to assemble gift bags, decorate the event space and prep for many areas during the week of February 6th. If you would prefer to help before the event, please consider this opportunity (All ages! Under 15 with a parent.)
WHERE NEEDED MOST
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS, CONTACT KELLIE TATHAM at (828) 253-9824 or email ktatham@westashevillebaptist.org
