Street of Dreams Volunteer Hub
Welcome!
Thank you for being part of Street of Dreams. This is your go-to place for quick training, role expectations, and helpful resources.
Volunteer Roles:
Check-In
Welcome guests, check them in, and get them ready for a great evening.
Check-Out
Process payments
and complete transactions.
Greeter
Create a warm, welcoming experience, guiding guests to tables and where they need to go.
Runner
Deliver auction items quickly
and accurately to guests.
Table Closers
Finalize silent auction tables at closing.
Bar Team
Serve drinks and keep things running smoothly.
Raffle
Sell raffle tickets and run the drawing.
Let’s get you prepared…
Get Ready for Your Role
Prepare for an exciting day at the Street of Dreams event! Click on your role below to access tailored training materials and ensure you’re ready to make a difference. Your trained participation is key to our success!
Check-In Team
View Check-In Procedures
Quick Flow:
- Ask for last name → pull paddle
- Check colored slips:
- ORANGE: Payment needed
- YELLOW: Missing info (complete form, place in Bidder Folder box)
- Confirm table assignment (on paddle)
- Direct guests upstairs to greeters
- Provide paddle + program
Walk-Ins:
- Double-check list first
- Collect payment ($50 Habitat volunteer / $60 guest)
- Assign blank paddle + table
- Complete pink contact form → place in file tray
CHECK IN TRAINING
Greeters / Hosts
View Greeter Procedures
Responsibilities:
- Direct guests to correct check-in area
- Welcome guests at stairs (bottom + top)
- Check paddles for table assignments
- Guide guests to seating
- Answer basic event questions (schedule, bar, restrooms, auction areas)
GREETER TRAINING
Runners
View Runner Procedures
Process:
- Line up stage right and wait for signal
- Locate items (color-coded areas: B, G, A)
- Double-check bid sheets + item location
- Deliver item → confirm with guest → get signature
- Give WHITE copy to guest, return YELLOW copy to checkout
Important:
- Stay focused—runners only run
- Can’t find item? Ask Daniel
- Do NOT include stands/easels with artwork
RUNNER TRAINING
Table Closers
View Table Closer Procedures
Steps:
- Highlight winning bidder (YELLOW on top copy)
- Pull bottom copy → write & circle bidder number
- Leave top form with item
- Bring bottom forms to checkout
- Collect all pens from tables
TABLE CLOSER TRAINING
Bar Team
View Bar Procedures
What You’ll Do:
Serve drinks and keep things running smoothly.
Pricing:
- Wine: $8 glass / $28 bottle
- Beer: $6
- Soda: $2
- Water: FREE
Key Notes:
- Open wine as needed (max ~10 bottles at a time)
- 6oz pours (4 glasses per bottle)
- Bar closes during live auction
- Save drink tickets in cash box
- Keep tips separate
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➡️ Cash Collection: Lisa Hooper
BAR TRAINING
Checkout Team
View Check-Out Procedures
What You’ll Do:
Process payments and complete transactions.
Tools: Square app (iPhone/iPad)
WiFi: GVVB-GUEST
Process:
- Ask for bidder number
- Review items + confirm accuracy
- Handle disputes (give forms to Team Leader, call for assistance if needed)
- Complete receipt (GREEN = taxable)
- Process payment (card, cash, or check to NC Habitat)
- Record payment details
- Signal runner + finalize transaction
- ➡️ Payment Issues: Lisa
CHECK-OUT TRAINING
Raffle Team
View Raffle Procedures
Pricing:
- $10 = 1 card
- $25 = 3 cards
Process:
- Collect payment (cash, check, or card)
- Let guest choose cards
- Tear in half → guest keeps one, other goes in bowl
- Remind guests to keep their half for drawing
End of Night:
Return all money, supplies, and materials to Lisa
CHECK OUT TRAINING
I’m excited to be part of Street of Dreams and connect with our volunteers—your energy and support are what make this event so special!
-Daniel, Administrative Program Coordinator
🤍 Thank You for Volunteering
Because of you, we’re building homes, community, and hope.
Volunteers... Bring Street of Dreams to Life
Be part of the excitement—Street of Dreams is a fun, high-energy event, and our volunteers are at the heart of it all!