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Wheeler Mission Drumstick Dash

November 26, 2026
Indianapolis, IN 46220 US

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Tuesday Expo Load-in Day

Tuesday Expo Load-in: Set-Up Low Priority

November 24, 2026

Details

We are thankful the Expo will be set up when we arrive, but we will still need to bring in boxes and totes with items we will use for the dash! Responsibilities may include:
• Help unload box trucks: tubs of goody bags, race shirts, registration info, tables, chairs, etc.
• Setting up volunteer check-in area
• Setting up various Expo areas, etc.
• This position will be physical and mobile, including lifting and moving items around. (Must be able to lift 20lbs)

Location

INDIANA STATE FAIRGROUNDS & EVENTS CENTER, Ag/Hort Building
1202 E. 38th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46205

Wednesday Expo

Wednesday Expo: Morning Security Low Priority

November 25, 2026

Details

Race participants are always ready to get their Bib Assignment early – even before doors open! Responsibilities may include:
• Ensure only vendors, volunteers, and other Event Staff enter the pavilion before the start of the Expo
• Not afraid to give direction to others in a kind, assertive way is ideal for this position.

Location

INDIANA STATE FAIRGROUNDS & EVENTS CENTER, Ag/Hort Building
1202 E. 38th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46205

Wednesday Expo: Registration Low Priority

You must be 16 or older to volunteer for this task.

November 25, 2026

Details

We are offering race registration at the Expo for both the current year's race (unless it's a sell-out) and next year's Drumstick Dash. Volunteers for this position must feel confident working on computers.

Responsibilities may include:
• Registering participants for the 2026 Drumstick Dash on RunSignUp platform.
• Take payment, etc.

A Volunteer Leader will be present for any questions or issues.

For more details on this volunteer position, copy and paste this link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uhEDBw4w668&list=PLMkIWyxhVrFFoDcvCt2fLaCqe6rz0X9QJ&index=7

Location

INDIANA STATE FAIRGROUNDS & EVENTS CENTER, Ag/Hort Building
1202 E. 38th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46205

Wednesday Expo: Bib Assignment & Goody Bags Low Priority

You must be 16 or older to volunteer for this task.

November 25, 2026

Details

Pre-registered participants will come to you for their Bib Assignment & Goody Bag. Responsibilities may include:
• Assign participants their bib numbers
• Hand participants a goody bag
• Direct them to continue to the Official Drumstick Dash merchandise and vendor expo

**Volunteers for this position must be able to use a tablet**

For more details on this volunteer position, copy and paste this link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7UBv8_qYB8Q&list=PLMkIWyxhVrFFoDcvCt2fLaCqe6rz0X9QJ&index=3

Location

INDIANA STATE FAIRGROUNDS & EVENTS CENTER, Ag/Hort Building
1202 E. 38th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46205

Wednesday Expo: Volunteer Runner Low Priority

You must be 21 or older to volunteer for this task.

November 25, 2026

Details

Hundreds of volunteers are needed to make the Drumstick Dash Expo + Packet Pick-up run smoothly!

Responsibilities may include:

• Leading volunteers to their volunteer spots.
• Connecting them with the volunteer leader at that station.
• Help with volunteer check-in as needed

Location

INDIANA STATE FAIRGROUNDS & EVENTS CENTER, Ag/Hort Building
1202 E. 38th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46205

Wednesday Expo: Race Shirts Low Priority

November 25, 2026

Details

Participants will receive their Race Day Shirts at the end of the Expo before exiting the pavilion. That is where you will be! Responsibilities may include:
• Check each participant’s bib for the correct shirt size.
• Ensure that participants receive the correct shirt that is listed on their bib.
• Direct participants to continue through the expo.

For more details on this volunteer position, copy and paste this link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vlNTVxwPgV8&list=PLMkIWyxhVrFFoDcvCt2fLaCqe6rz0X9QJ&index=6

Location

INDIANA STATE FAIRGROUNDS & EVENTS CENTER, Ag/Hort Building
1202 E. 38th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46205

Wednesday Expo: Lunch Service Low Priority

November 25, 2026

Details

Expo volunteers that are serving during the lunch hour will be provided with lunch!

Responsibilities may include:
• Setup the volunteer eating area and tables.
• Serve volunteers and vendors food as they come.
• Keep beverages cleaned up and orderly.
• Trash monitoring.
• Ensure our volunteer eating area is kept clean.

Location

INDIANA STATE FAIRGROUNDS & EVENTS CENTER, Ag/Hort Building
1202 E. 38th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46205

Wednesday Expo: Volunteer Check-In Low Priority

November 25, 2026

Details

It takes hundreds of volunteers to make the Drumstick Dash Expo + Packet Pick-up run smoothly! And we need volunteers to check in our volunteers!

Responsibilities may include:
• Greeting volunteers and checking them in
• Handing out volunteer shirts to volunteers.
• Updating lists.
• Taking volunteers to their place (as needed)

Location

INDIANA STATE FAIRGROUNDS & EVENTS CENTER, Ag/Hort Building
1202 E. 38th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46205

Wednesday Expo: Floater Low Priority

November 25, 2026

Details

Responsibilities may include:
• Help cover for volunteer bathroom breaks / lunch shifts.
• Jump in if positions need additional hands.
• Being flexible and able to adapt to any task is helpful.
• Tasks will vary, and further training will happen when you are placed.

Location

INDIANA STATE FAIRGROUNDS & EVENTS CENTER, Ag/Hort Building
1202 E. 38th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46205

Wednesday Expo: Fun Patrol Low Priority

November 25, 2026

Details

Fun Patrol volunteers are getting people excited and ready for Race Day!
Responsibilities may include:
• Get the crowds at the Expo excited about Race Day by taking their picture in front of our “Why I Dash” board or encouraging participants to write on the sign.

Location

INDIANA STATE FAIRGROUNDS & EVENTS CENTER, Ag/Hort Building
1202 E. 38th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46205

Wednesday Expo: "Ask Me" Station High Priority

November 25, 2026

Details

You are a Dash “go to” person at the expo! Responsibilities may include:
• Provide information (will be given a FAQ sheet).
• Direct participants throughout the Expo.
• Ensure a smooth-running Expo.
• Provide the support participants need to maneuver the Expo.
• Take pictures of participants in front of our Selfie Station
• Have participants sign our “Why I Dash” banner
• Be prepared to be outdoors or indoors.

For more details on this volunteer position, copy and paste this link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G2YBYbnRV9I&list=PLMkIWyxhVrFFoDcvCt2fLaCqe6rz0X9QJ&index=4

Location

INDIANA STATE FAIRGROUNDS & EVENTS CENTER, Ag/Hort Building
1202 E. 38th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46205

Wednesday Expo: Wheeler Mission Booth Coverage Low Priority

You must be 18 or older to volunteer for this task.

November 25, 2026

Details

Wheeler volunteers and staff members are needed to be the face of Wheeler at the Expo!

Responsibilities may include:
• Share your story about being with Wheeler.
• Offer brochures or other info about the ministry.
• Receive donations.
• Display the Race Day Prizes.

Location

INDIANA STATE FAIRGROUNDS & EVENTS CENTER, Ag/Hort Building
1202 E. 38th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46205

Wednesday Expo: Dash Store

November 25, 2026

Details

- Help with Dash apparel
- Organize the store
- Assist the Dash store leader

Location

INDIANA STATE FAIRGROUNDS & EVENTS CENTER, Ag/Hort Building
1202 E. 38th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46205

Wednesday Expo: Tear Down Low Priority

You must be 21 or older to volunteer for this task.

November 25, 2026

Details

The Drumstick Dash Expo is a great place for some of our sponsors and vendors to be showcased to participants. Many bring goodies to hand out, prizes to hand out, and information to share. Responsibilities may include:
• Monitor the vendor parking load-out area.
• Ensure load-in area doesn't become too congested with cars.
• Offer hospitality and support to vendors.

Location

INDIANA STATE FAIRGROUNDS & EVENTS CENTER, Ag/Hort Building
1202 E. 38th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46205

Wednesday Expo: Utility Volunteer Low Priority

November 25, 2026

Details

Throughout the Expo there are many things that just pop up that need to be done. This position is needed to be flexible and able to move around throughout the day. Responsibilities may include:
• Setup Selfie Stations.
• Fill in for any volunteer positions (if needed).
• Assisting in tear down of the Drumstick Dash Expo.
• Help unload/load box trucks: tubs of goody bags, race shirts, registration info, tables, chairs, etc.
• This position will be physical and mobile, including lifting and moving items around.
• Running errands as needed.
• Helping set up in Broad Ripple.

Location

INDIANA STATE FAIRGROUNDS & EVENTS CENTER, Ag/Hort Building
1202 E. 38th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46205

Race Day

Race Day: Lil' Gobbler's Run Low Priority

November 26, 2026

Details

Responsibilities may include:
• Kind assertiveness is helpful
• Setup and executing the Lil’ Gobblers Run
• Assisting families put on Lil' Gobblers bibs

For more details on this volunteer position, copy and paste this link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XJ2Y_-dI7dA&list=PLMkIWyxhVrFFoDcvCt2fLaCqe6rz0X9QJ&index=9

Location

Parking located at:
FedEx Parking Lot
1050 Broad Ripple Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46220

Check-In located at:
South of Volunteer Parking Lot next to Einstein Bagels in the Large WHITE tent.

*Location may change due to final location of race*

Race Day: OUTDOOR "Ask Me" Station High Priority

You must be 18 or older to volunteer for this task.

November 26, 2026

Details

You are a Dash answer person! People have questions and you'll have the answers.

Responsibilities may include:

- Answering questions (parking, restrooms, start line, etc.)
- FAQ sheet and a radio will be provided to you.

For more details on this volunteer position, copy and paste this link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G2YBYbnRV9I&list=PLMkIWyxhVrFFoDcvCt2fLaCqe6rz0X9QJ&index=4

Location

Parking located at:
FedEx Parking Lot
1050 Broad Ripple Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46220

Check-In located at:
South of Volunteer Parking Lot next to Einstein Bagels in the Large WHITE tent.

*Location may change due to final location of race*

Race Day: First Aid Tent - Food Court High Priority

You must be 18 or older to volunteer for this task.

November 26, 2026

Details

From scraped knees to twisted ankles – there is need for First Aid volunteers!

Responsibilities may include:

- Giving care to participants with any minor physical needs
- If anyone is in need of an emergency vehicle, ambulances (and a walkie-talkie radio) will be nearby

*Minimum of First Aid + CPR certified
*Preferred MD/Nurse and Athletic Trainer.

Location

Parking located at:
FedEx Parking Lot
1050 Broad Ripple Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46220

Check-In located at:
South of Volunteer Parking Lot next to Einstein Bagels in the Large WHITE tent.

*Location may change due to final location of race*

Race Day: FuN PaTroL Low Priority

You must be 18 or older to volunteer for this task.

November 26, 2026

Details

The Drumstick Dash is all about having a FUN and your job is to make this the most fun thing to do on Thanksgiving!

Responsibilities may include:

- Cheer on participants + those who dress up in costume
- Take pictures of participants at Selfie Stations

For more details on this volunteer position, copy and paste this link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nD8e5_YzwnA&list=PLMkIWyxhVrFFoDcvCt2fLaCqe6rz0X9QJ

Location

Parking located at:
FedEx Parking Lot
1050 Broad Ripple Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46220

Check-In located at:
South of Volunteer Parking Lot next to Einstein Bagels in the Large WHITE tent.

*Location may change due to final location of race*

Race Day: First Aid Tent - Water Station High Priority

You must be 18 or older to volunteer for this task.

November 26, 2026

Details

From scraped knees to twisted ankles – there is need for First Aid volunteers!

Responsibilities may include:

- Giving care to participants with any minor physical needs
- If anyone is in need of an emergency vehicle, ambulances (and a walkie-talkie radio) will be nearby

*Minimum of First Aid + CPR certified
*Preferred MD/Nurse and Athletic Trainer.

Location

TBD

Check-In located at:
TBD

*Location may change due to final location of race*

Race Day: Finish Line High Priority

You must be 16 or older to volunteer for this task.

November 26, 2026

Details

Responsibilities may include:

- Assist setting up the Finish Line area.
- Setting up banners, bicycle racks, etc.
- Watch for the top 5 male and female finishers and hand them the appropriate prize ticket
- After this area is set and participants start finishing responsibilities will be to:
- Direct all participants to the food court
- Picking up trash as needed
- Cheer people on, etc.
- Holding the finish line tape for the first-place runner for both races and both finish lines (short and long course)

** There is physical labor involved, so be ready! (*Lifting of bicycle racks) **

Location

Parking located at:
FedEx Parking Lot
1050 Broad Ripple Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46220

Check-In located at:
South of Volunteer Parking Lot next to Einstein Bagels in the Large WHITE tent.

*Location may change due to final location of race*

Race Day: Gear Check Low Priority

You must be 13 or older to volunteer for this task.

November 26, 2026

Details

Where would someone place their belongings while they are running a race? At Gear Check! Participants will drop-off their belongings inside their goody bag to leave until they complete the Dash. Responsibilities may include:
• Checking in participants belongings
• Handing out participants belongings at the end of the race
• Clean up and tear down of gear check area

For more details on this volunteer position, copy and paste this link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=96aO8r30x-8&list=PLMkIWyxhVrFFoDcvCt2fLaCqe6rz0X9QJ&index=5

Location

Parking located at:
FedEx Parking Lot
1050 Broad Ripple Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46220

Check-In located at:
South of Volunteer Parking Lot next to Einstein Bagels in the Large WHITE tent.

*Location may change due to final location of race*

Race Day: Start Line High Priority

November 26, 2026

Details

Responsibilities may include:

- Acting as the gatekeeper for the start line
- Encouraging/cheering participants as they start the race
- Kind assertiveness is helpful
- Children accompanied by an adult are welcome

** Lifting of bicycle racks at times will be required **

For more details on this volunteer position, copy and paste this link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ItJl6HojcW4&list=PLMkIWyxhVrFFoDcvCt2fLaCqe6rz0X9QJ&index=8

Location

Parking located at:
FedEx Parking Lot
1050 Broad Ripple Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46220

Check-In located at:
South of Volunteer Parking Lot next to Einstein Bagels in the Large WHITE tent.

*Location may change due to final location of race*

Race Day: Food Court (RESERVED FOR BOYS II MEN)

November 26, 2026

Details

** RESERVED for Boys II Men **

The Drumstick Dash is all about having a FUN and your job is to make this the most fun thing to do on Thanksgiving!

Responsibilities may include:

- Setup the food court area (tables, pipe, visqueen, trash boxes, etc)
- Set out pre-made food bags for participants to grab
- Replenish food bags onto tables as needed
- Restocking, tear down boxes, manage trash and trash boxes around the food court area.
- Clean up and tear down food court area.
- Load extra food bags onto trucks.

Location

Parking located at:
FedEx Parking Lot
1050 Broad Ripple Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46220

Check-In located at:
South of Volunteer Parking Lot next to Einstein Bagels in the Large WHITE tent.

*Location may change due to final location of race*

Race Day: Celebrity Runner Contact Low Priority

You must be 21 or older to volunteer for this task.

November 26, 2026

Details

The celebrities will be participating in a “Celebrity Challenge” – racing against each other for a trophy!

Responsibilities may include:

- You will record the top male and female celebrities.
- You will be sitting on a ladder watching for them to finish.
- The top finishers will be instructed to see you at the Finish Line after they complete their race.
- You will have a ticket for the first place male and female celebrity to take and get their prize at the prize tent!

Location

Volunteer Check-In + Parking at:
Broad Ripple Park Community Center

*Location may change due to final location of race*

Race Day: Course FuN PaTroL High Priority

November 26, 2026

Details

There are 50 Course Fun Patrol spots along the Drumstick Dash course and volunteers (1-5 people per location, great family opportunity!) are needed to stand, cheer on participants and manage traffic.

Responsibilities may include:

- Cheer on participants as they run/walk by.
- Encourage participants to use the selfie stations along the course.
- Manage traffic as needed.

Location

Check-In located at:
St. Lukes UMC
6185 Guilford Ave. Indianapolis, IN 46220

*Location may change due to final location of race*

Race Day: Food Court High Priority

November 26, 2026

Details

The Drumstick Dash is all about having a FUN and your job is to make this the most fun thing to do on Thanksgiving!

Responsibilities may include:

- Setup the food court area (tables, pipe, visqueen, trash boxes, etc)
- Set out pre-made food bags for participants to grab
- Replenish food bags onto tables as needed
- Restocking, tear down boxes, manage trash and trash boxes around the food court area.
- Clean up and tear down food court area.
- Load extra food bags onto trucks.

For more details on this volunteer position, copy and paste this link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BbqjYn7EuGE&list=PLMkIWyxhVrFFoDcvCt2fLaCqe6rz0X9QJ&index=2

Location

Parking located at:
FedEx Parking Lot
1050 Broad Ripple Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46220

Check-In located at:
South of Volunteer Parking Lot next to Einstein Bagels in the Large WHITE tent.

*Location may change due to final location of race*

Race Day: First Aid Tent - Finish Line High Priority

You must be 18 or older to volunteer for this task.

November 26, 2026

Details

From scraped knees to twisted ankles – there is need for First Aid volunteers!

Responsibilities may include:

- Giving care to participants with any minor physical needs
- If anyone is in need of an emergency vehicle, ambulances (and a walkie-talkie radio) will be nearby

*Minimum of First Aid + CPR certified
*Preferred MD/Nurse and Athletic Trainer.

Location

Parking located at:
FedExParking Lot
1050 Broad Ripple Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46220

Check-In located at:
South of Volunteer Parking Lot next to Einstein Bagels in the Large WHITE tent.

*Location may change due to final location of race*

Race Day: Course Water Station - Guilford Low Priority

November 26, 2026

Details

At about the halfway point on the "Full Gobbler" long course is a water station for our participants. We need cheerful volunteers to:

- Set up tables
- Fill cups with water
- Hand cups of water to participants as they go by
- Cheer for participants on as they pass by
- Clean up afterwards

There will also be a DJ at the water station to make the experience even more fun!

Location

5733 Guilford, Indianapolis, IN 46220

*Location may change due to final location of race*

Race Day: Shirt Exchange/Sales Low Priority

You must be 18 or older to volunteer for this task.

November 26, 2026

Details

You are a Dash answer person! People have questions and you'll have the answers. Participants will come to you to exchange a shirt that they may have received at the Expo and weren’t able to exchange then.

Responsibilities may include:

- Exchange shirts from participants that may not have liked the size that they choose originally
- Sell new Drumstick Dash merchandise

Location

Parking located at:
FedEx Parking Lot
1050 Broad Ripple Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46220

Check-In located at:
South of Volunteer Parking Lot next to Einstein Bagels in the Large WHITE tent.

*Location may change due to final location of race*

Race Day: Volunteer Check-In High Priority

You must be 18 or older to volunteer for this task.

November 26, 2026

Details

Responsibilities may include:

- Checking in volunteers
- Hospitality and answering questions for volunteers
- Directing where to go for their volunteer shift
- Handing out volunteer shirts
- Clean-up and tear down of check-in area

Location

Parking located at:
FedEx Parking Lot
1050 Broad Ripple Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46220

Check-In located at:
South of Volunteer Parking Lot next to Einstein Bagels in the Large WHITE tent.

*Location may change due to final location of race*

Race Day: Photo/Video Low Priority

November 26, 2026

Location

Parking located at:
FedEx Parking Lot
1050 Broad Ripple Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46220

Check-In located at:
South of Volunteer Parking Lot next to Einstein Bagels in the Large WHITE tent.

*Location may change due to final location of race*

Race Day: Utility Volunteer High Priority

You must be 21 or older to volunteer for this task.

November 26, 2026

Details

Throughout Race Day there are many things that just pop up that need to be done. This position is needed to be flexible and able to move around throughout the day.

Responsibilities may include:

- Bouncer of the FedEx Parking Lot ensuring that only volunteers park in the lot.
- Hang Banners
- Setup Selfie Stations
- Fill in for any volunteer positions (if needed)
- Placing trash bins
- Starting generators
- Assisting in tear down of the Drumstick Dash
- Always go to Command if unsure of what to do

Location

Parking located at:
FedEx Parking Lot
1050 Broad Ripple Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46220

Check-In located at:
South of Volunteer Parking Lot next to Einstein Bagels in the Large WHITE tent.

*Location may change due to final location of race*

Race Day: Wheeler Mission Tent Low Priority

You must be 16 or older to volunteer for this task.

November 26, 2026

Details

Wheeler volunteers and staff members are needed to be the face of Wheeler at the race!

Responsibilities may include:

- Represent Wheeler
- Handing out Wheeler materials
- Selling race shirts
- Taking cash donations
- Clean up and tear down
- Assist with shirt exchange (as needed)

Location

Parking located at:
FedEx Parking Lot
1050 Broad Ripple Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46220

Check-In located at:
South of Volunteer Parking Lot next to Einstein Bagels in the Large WHITE tent.

*Location may change due to final location of race*

Race Day: Registration, Shirt pickup & Bib assignment

You must be 18 or older to volunteer for this task.

November 26, 2026

Details

Participants will be able to pickup their packet & register on race day. Only those who prepaid for pickup will be able to receive theirs.

• Check each participant’s bib for the correct shirt size.
• Ensure that participants receive the correct shirt that is listed on their bib.
• Give race day registrations their correct shirt and bibs.
• Direct participants to start line.
• Must be tech savvy and able to use an iPad

Responsibilities may include:
• Registering participants for the 2026 Drumstick Dash on RunSignUp platform
• Taking payment for Race Day registration

Location

Traders Point Christian Church
2900 E 62nd Street
Indianapolis, IN 46220

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