Gate River Run 2026: Packet Pick-Up & Other Tasks

The annual Gate River Run is fast approaching! Every year, Dreams Come True sends a team of volunteers to help with packet pick-up (among other tasks) and we receive a donation that is used to fulfill a child's dream. This is a great opportunity for corporate teams to make a difference and get volunteer hours together while helping Dreams Come True!

All shifts are 2-3 hour blocks, but you may work as many blocks as your schedule allows! Please reach out to volunteers@dreamscometrue.org if you'd like to work a shorter/longer shift than the system is allowing you to sign up for. (Ex: You want to work 5 hours but the only options are all 2 hour shifts. We are happy to accommodate you!)

• Wednesday, March 4, 12 pm - 4 pm (limit of 2 volunteers from DCT) - Expo Hall load-in: Help set-up & organize t-shirts, packets, etc., and arrange registration area
• Thursday, March 5, 11am - 6 pm - Packet Pickup (Limit of 5 volunteers from 2-4 pm -- the biggest need is from 4-6 pm)
• Friday, March 6, 9am - 6pm - Packet Pickup & Finish Line Construction (the biggest need is from 4-6 pm)
• Saturday, March 7 (Race Day!) **You should not sign up for these shifts if you plan to run in the race!**
  • 6am - 8am - Packet Pickup 
  • 9 am - 1 pm - - Trash Clean-up at Metro Park
  Tasks could include handing out packets, timing chips, and t-shirts, assisting with setting up start/finish line, hanging banners, setting up pace signs, and more. You may be inside the Expo Hall or outside on the course. The River Run organizers may reassign your tasks based on the needs of the day. You must be signed up through this link to participate; if you have questions or issues, please reach out to Katie. 

Ages 15+ may volunteer. Teens must be able to work without supervision.