VOLUNTEERS

PG Retreat is an all-volunteer organization. An official non-profit organization, we are as much a community of families, with committed parents who give generously of their time and energy to create something very special not only for their own children and family, but for all of us.

People make the time to pitch in because PG Retreat is that important to them (read our Testimonials to learn why). We need every family to contribute time and effort to make PG Retreat the highlight of each family's summer. We are looking for "apprentice" or shadow volunteers for some positions every year - so there are no surprises the next year when there is a transition.

Sign-ups for "speaker support" will be ready at registration. This can make such a difference at every session. (You may have no duties -- or need to move a poster, bring some pens in from the hall, or perhaps get a glass of water for the speaker. Session support with our youngest attendees, might include escorting someone to the bathroom, or perhaps even taking dictation from an attendee.)

Volunteering is an opportunity, not just a responsibility. Adding your talents and support to the group, helps you become an integral part of the community and the efforts should come back to you many times over. Those who have found a way to help make PGR the unique experience it truly is, seem to benefit from our retreat the most.

Volunteering has led to some beautiful friendships!

What kind of volunteer help is needed? All kinds of things. A small team of volunteer organizers is busy working on plans for the next PG Retreats, and your input is appreciated. Are you interested in sustainability and recycling? Can you help lead a session at PG Retreat? Do you have ideas about speakers or programs for adults you'd like us to consider? Can you bring games or toys for our Gathering Space at the next retreat? If you would like to assist in any way, please contact our Conference Organizer Loni at contact@pgretreat.com.

Parents also help maintain the PG Retreat community throughout the year. Volunteers serve on our Board of Directors, helping to shape PG Retreat into a strong organization for now and the future. Volunteers moderate our mailing lists (separate ones for parents, kids, and teens. Volunteers maintain this Web site.

At the Retreat, we need everyone to chip in to help all the activities flow smoothly. Parents take turns monitoring the Gathering Space, a place where both parents and kids can come and go freely for conversation, games, snacks, and other activities. Parents are needed to help monitor the Teen Room and the Media Room. Parents are needed to help carry in supplies and set up rooms. And we all belong to a Village that watches over all our children at the Retreat.

Come, participate, and reap the many benefits of PG Retreat for your family. And please share your special talents, your time, and your energy so that PG Retreat will be an experience you'll never forget, one that will keep you coming back year after year.