WHY YOUR TIME MATTERS
Juneteenth isn’t just a holiday for reflection; it’s a living promise to scale capacity and build the institutions our future deserves. Each hour you give fuels PACE’s work to weave community, commerce, creativity & culture into a vibrant ecosystem where Black brilliance can thrive year-round.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
IMPACT AREA
SAMPLE ASSIGNMENTS
SHIFT LENGTH*
*Exact times will appear in the sign-up form
SHIFT OPPORTUNITIES
Choose a shift that fits your schedule and be part of the team that transforms downtown Seattle into a vibrant space of culture, commerce, and community.
Setup
8 AM – 12 PM
Join the early crew to get everything in place before doors open. Tasks include setting up signage, arranging booths, organizing supplies, and prepping spaces.
Event
12 PM – 4 PM
Help keep the energy high during the main event. You’ll assist with guest services, vendor support, roaming logistics, and keeping the event vibrant and welcoming.
Strike
4 PM – 8 PM
Help us end the day on a strong note. Strike volunteers assist with breaking down booths, packing up materials, and ensuring the plaza is spotless before we leave.
WHAT YOU'LL GET
On-site training & team lead support
Arrive 15 mins early, leave confidently
VIP volunteer lounge + meal
Taste the creations of local Black foodpreneurs
Community service verification
Via Benevity, perfect for company give-back programs or via Student Service Hours, perfect for high school students needing to fulfill their volunteer hours
Merch
A “Meet Me on The Yard” crew tee to keep.
A Sense of Belonging
The priceless joy of helping activate downtown and celebrate freedom together with like minded people.
HOW TO SIGN UP
01
Complete the volunteer sign-up form below to get started.
02
Choose your shift(s) and tell us any accessibility or group-placement needs.
03
Watch your inbox for confirmation, on-site orientation details, and a calendar invite.
Group or corporate crew? We love welcoming ERGs, fraternities, sororities and faith groups. Email event-team@getonpace.org and we’ll craft a custom schedule.
VOLUNTEER VALUES WE LIVE BY
Hospitality
Every guest and vendor should feel like family.
Safety first
We follow City of Seattle event guidelines for crowd flow, food service and alcohol compliance.
Culture keepers
Uplift the story of Black freedom with respect and joy.
Zero-barrier fun
From free Kids-Zone lunches Partners to vendor-support grants, we aim to remove obstacles so everyone can shine.
READY TO TURN PURPOSE INTO PRACTICE?
Complete the form and we'll be in touch with next steps.
