Hertfordshire is Ready for Winners Volunteering

Hertfordshire is Ready for Winners Volunteering is a joint venture between Hertfordshire is Ready for Winners (HRFW) and the Volunteer Centres Hertfordshire.

Coordinators are in place at Volunteer Centres across Hertfordshire poised to help make next year a year of celebration in the county. The Coordinators are armed with guidance on how to make events London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games inspired, advice on branding, promotion, extending the reach of events, signposting to funding opportunities and also to manage events taking place in their locality. Individuals or groups wanting to get involved in Games inspired events and activities should also register for HRFW Volunteering at their local Volunteer Centre and then the Coordinators can get to work matching volunteer opportunities to Games inspired volunteers.

Inspired by the 2012 Games to Organise a Local Activity or Event?

We would like to hear from anyone considering putting on a Games inspired event, or bringing a 2012 theme to an existing event.

Key opportunities for community Games inspired activities could include:

Community projects and events such as dressing your town/village or local fairs/festivals
Community celebrations linked to London 2012, such as the Olympic Torch Relay, the Opening and Closing Ceremonies or the Olympic Canoe Slalom event at the Lee Valley White Water Centre
Celebrating local sports events – such as the Herts Youth Games
Exhibitions
Town centre tourist guides

Games inspired activities and events have the opportunity to access:

A database of local, enthusiastic Games-inspired volunteers who can be deployed at their activity or event
The official HRFW Volunteering branding – recognised as delivering work supporting London 2012 in Hertfordshire and support on accessing branding specific to London 2012
The HRFW Partnership county-wide communications networks to increase awareness and footfall
The county-wide Cultural Olympiad celebrations which can support your activities, under its own 2012 cultural-specific branding

Inspired by the 2012 Games to Volunteer at a Local Activity or Event?

Are you:

Inspired by the 2012 Games to offer support events and activities in their local community
Already inspired to be a part of the Games, such as Games Maker volunteers and Olympic Torch bearer nominees

Benefits for volunteers

If you are inspired by the London 2012 Olympics, this is your opportunity to take part in local Games related activities. You’ll meet new people, learn new skills and feel part of your local community.

Interested?

Then contact your local Hertfordshire is Ready for Winners Volunteering Coordinatior at your local Volunteer Centre. Click here to see who your local coordinator is.

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