Volunteering at Red Shoe Run: Rockin’ 5K, presented by McDonald’s, is one of the most fun ways to see your impact on guest families! You’ll be an integral part of the crew that pulls off one of our major mission fundraisers. And you’ll meet some great new friends and guest families!
Red Shoe Run: Rockin’ 5K Perks
- Red Shoe Run: Rockin’ 5K 2025 Crew t-shirt and lanyard
- Coffee and light breakfast before the event
- VIP Volunteer Check-In tent
- Feeling great because you are helping keep families together when their child is ill or injured!
Sign up to volunteer by March 10 in order to guarantee your preferred t-shirt size! After this date, we will do our best to accommodate your preferred size.
Check out the priority positions below and sign up today!
Course Marshals
Help create an unforgettable race experience!
As a course marshal, you’ll team up with a buddy to guide and cheer on our amazing runners. Not only will you ensure everyone stays on track, but you’ll also be their biggest supporters along the journey.
It’s the perfect role for enthusiastic people who love spreading positive energy!
Host a Cheer Station
Calling all party starters! Lead your own cheer station crew of 5+ people and create the most energetic spot on the course.
This is your chance to go all out – bring your speakers, make those eye-catching posters, and let your creativity shine! It’s a fantastic team-building opportunity and guaranteed to be the most fun you’ll have on a Saturday morning.
Set Up for the Main Event
Join our morning crew and be part of the setup team that brings the Red Shoe Run to life!
Starting at 5:30 a.m., you’ll work alongside the RMHC of Alabama team to transform the street in front of the Ronald McDonald House into the best 5K and block party in town!
If you can lift 25 pounds and love the satisfaction of seeing an event come together from the ground up, this role is perfect for you. Plus, you’ll get the best parking spots and first dibs on coffee!