Volunteer Roles for the In the Spirit of Wingina 3: Seeds of Wisdom and Sustenance Symposium

Support a weekend centered on learning, culture, and community connection. Volunteer opportunities are available at Virginia S. Tillett Community Center and Jennette’s Pier on May 29–30, 2026.

Friday, May 29, 2026

Daytime Program: Coastal Indigenous History Lecture Series

Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Tillett Community Center

Volunteer support is needed for:

• Welcoming attendees and handling registration
• Assisting with parking
• Providing technology help for the projector and laptop
• Arranging tables, chairs, and materials
• Taking down equipment and cleaning the space
• Collecting, transporting, setting up, and distributing in-kind donations
• Monitoring the donation box and receiving on-site contributions

Evening Program: Evening of Jazz featuring The Benjie Porecki Trio

Time: 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Location: Jennette’s Pier

Available roles include:

• Preparing the event space
• Checking in guests
• Offering hospitality and general assistance
• Attending the donation box
• Cleaning up after the performance

Saturday, May 30, 2026

Daytime Program: Indigenous Gardening, Agriculture & Earth Ethic Lectures

Time: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Location: Tillett Community Center

Volunteers can assist with:

• Registration and attendee check-in
• Technology needs
• Setting out tables, chairs, and materials
• Post-event breakdown and cleanup
• Preparing and distributing in-kind donations
• Monitoring the donation box and collecting on-site donations

Additional Support Needed on Both Days

• Collect donated items, including coffee, donuts, and supplies
• Keep refreshment areas organized and stocked

Volunteer Benefits

Participation provides opportunities to:

• Earn community service hours
• Build networking connections
• Take part in cultural and educational programming
• Support Indigenous history and environmental stewardship

DISCLAIMER: This opportunity is limited to volunteers who are at least 16 years old.