The Partnership relies on volunteers for events like First Saturday and Alive @ Five, as well as our committee work and other activities throughout the year.
See below for a list of current volunteer opportunities. Our busiest months are generally late spring through early fall. Sign up for our email newsletters to learn about volunteer opportunities as they become available. Questions? Contact Leeann Crews at leeann@downtownfrederick.org.
Alive @ Five
Alive @ Five is a summer-long fundraiser for Downtown Frederick Partnership, featuring 21 happy hours each Thursday from May through September.
We couldn’t make these events happen without your help! Each week requires more than 50 volunteers to pour drinks, sell tokens and help run the event. Shifts are approximately an hour and a half each. Volunteers receive free entry and are welcome to enjoy the event before or after their shift.
Volunteer Responsibilities:
- Must be 21+ to work Alive @ Five
- Attend volunteer shifts as committed
- Maintain professional appearance and positive attitude while serving guests
- Communicate with staff as necessary during event
- Refrain from smoking or vaping (tobacco & other substances) while volunteering
- Understand that consuming alcohol while volunteering is strictly prohibited according to Frederick County Liquor Board policy
- Serve as a good representative of the organization while volunteering
Alive @ Five Volunteer Jobs:
- Event Setup
- Front Gate
- Beer / Wine / Cocktail Pouring
- Sustainability Crew for Recycling
- Event Cleanup (the easiest and fastest job!)
Lawn Party at the High Wheel
Help run the party on the front lawn of City Hall during the National Clustered Spires High Wheel Race on Saturday, July 13! Sign up to volunteer here. Volunteer jobs include helping with set-up and teardown, working the front gate, selling tokens and serving beverages. Looking for information about the race itself? Visit highwheelrace.com.
Bring a Broom Saturday
Bring a Broom Saturday is an annual community clean-up day where residents, local businesses and area volunteer groups band together to help Downtown Frederick get ready for spring! Volunteers spend the morning sweeping, mulching, cleaning and planting flowers. Volunteers of all ages are welcome.
This is a great chance for large groups to volunteer together. If you’re interested in signing up your organization to participate during Bring a Broom Saturday, please email leeann@downtownfrederick.org.
Our next Bring a Broom Saturday will be Saturday, April 26, 2025. Sign up info will be added closer to the event.
First Saturday
Bring the holiday spirit to Downtown Frederick by helping to run a marshmallow roasting station during a winter First Saturday! Volunteers of all ages are welcome, though minors must be accompanied by an adult. This is a great opportunity for youth sports teams, clubs, scout troops or other organizations.
Volunteer duties include building and monitoring a fire, maintaining a clean and sanitary environment, and encouraging folks to stop by and roast a marshmallow as they’re out enjoying their evening.
Due to the nature of the job, volunteers must be comfortable handling food, tending a fire, and interacting with the public. We will provide you with all necessary supplies.
Get Involved
The Partnership is supported by four active committees – each of which focuses on one aspect of the Main Street program.
Each committee consists of a group of volunteers who attend monthly committee meetings, follow up on assigned tasks, assist with the implementation of action plans and participate in events. Anyone in the Frederick community can volunteer for one of the Partnership’s committees!
Business Development Committee: works to attract, retain and support Downtown Frederick businesses
Design Committee: focuses on the downtown streetscape, policy advocacy and long-term planning
Organization Committee: cultivates the partnerships, community involvement and resources needed to achieve the Partnership’s goals
Promotion Committee: creates unique experiences and events, promotes and brands Downtown Frederick