Nappanee Apple Festival Donut Dash 5K and Donut 1-Mile Run / Walk Volunteer Registration

Packet Pick Up Saturday Morning (9/19) High Priority

You must be 12-100 years old to volunteer for this task.

September 19, 2026

6:00 am EDT - 8:15 am EDT (At least 8 more needed)

Details

Please arrive by 6:00 AM! First impressions matter, so be sure to wear a smile. We need your help distributing packets and using the Race Day Check-In App to check in runners and walkers. You can also assist with handing out T-shirts to participants.

Location

Nappanee Missionary Church
70417 IN-19 North
Nappanee, IN 46550

Packet Pick Up Friday Night & Fold Shirts ( 9/18) High Priority

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You must be 12-100 years old to volunteer for this task.

September 18, 2026

5:00 pm EDT - 8:00 pm EDT (At least 3 more needed)

Details

Smile, have fun, and help us make race day awesome!
We need your help checking in runners and walkers using the Race Day Check-In App, and handing out t-shirts and bibs. To make Saturday morning run smoothly, we’ll be folding shirts on Friday night—come join the fun!

Location

Nappanee Missionary Church
70417 IN-19 North
Nappanee, IN 46550

Course Volunteer ( 9/19) High Priority

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You must be 12-100 years old to volunteer for this task.

August 19, 2026

7:30 am EDT - 10:00 am EDT (At least 5 more needed)

Details

Route Director-
Volunteers will arrive at 7:45 Am for a volunteer meeting at TBD and be given assignments on the race route. Volunteers will direct runners as they run/walk the course. Course volunteers should be encouraging, helpful, and enthusiastic.

Location

Nappanee Missionary Church
70417 IN-19 North
Nappanee, IN 46550

Lead Cyclist Role High Priority

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September 19, 2026

7:30 am EDT - 10:00 am EDT (At least 1 more needed)

Details

Lead the ride ahead of the runners to lead the 1-Mile and 5K courses

Ensure participants stay on the correct route

Maintain a steady pace in front of the lead runner

Communicate with race officials if any issues arise on the courseunners for the 1-mile and the 5K along the course

Location

Nappanee Missionary Church
70417 IN-19 North
Nappanee, IN 46550

Food Table Crew High Priority

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You must be 12-100 years old to volunteer for this task.

September 19, 2026

6:00 am EDT - 10:00 am EDT (At least 4 more needed)

Details

Food Table Crew

We need your help starting at 6:30 AM to:

Set up tables and arrange post-race refreshments
Keep the food area stocked, clean, and organized
Help ensure participants have a smooth and enjoyable experience

Your support plays a big role in making the post-race celebration fun and memorable for everyone. Thank you for being part of it!

Location

Nappanee Missionary Church
70417 IN-19 North
Nappanee, IN 46550

Greater Saturday Morning ( 9/19) High Priority

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You must be 16-99 years old to volunteer for this task.

September 19, 2026

6:00 am EDT - 8:30 am EDT (At least 2 more needed)

Details

First impressions count, so wear a smile! We need your help greeting runners and walkers on Saturday morning. You'll guide participants to a table and the restrooms at the church.

Location

Nappanee Missionary Church
70417 IN-19 North
Nappanee, IN 46550

Clean up Crew

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September 19, 2026

8:30 am EDT - 11:00 am EDT (At least 3 more needed)

Details

Post-Race Clean-Up Crew in Grand Hall

Help tidy up the Grand Hall after Packet Pick Up

Put away tables and chairs

Collect and dispose of trash

Pack up leftover shirts and awards

Sweep the floor

Location

Nappanee Missionary Church
70417 IN-19 North
Nappanee, IN 46550

Start & Finish Line

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You must be 13-99 years old to volunteer for this task.

At least 1 more volunteer needed.

Details

Morning Operations Volunteer
Assist the race team with morning activities. Tasks may include providing water to participants, handing out medals at the finish line, helping at the start line, and supporting other race-day needs as they arise.

Volunteer Coordinator High Priority

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You must be 20-70 years old to volunteer for this task.

September 19, 2026

5:45 am EDT - 10:00 am EDT (At least 2 more needed)

Details

Help the race director get all the volunteers to the right location on Saturday morning, and help where needed on race day.

Location

Nappanee Missionary Church
70417 IN-19 North
Nappanee, IN 46550