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Park Center Band Boosters Metrodome Fundraising
Dome CORE Training (required of all Dome workers) More dates coming soon... Register at least a week in advance: domefundraising@pcbands.org |
Examples of expenses are:
-Uniform and concert band attire cleaning expense
-Bus transportation to and from parades
-Refreshments after band concerts
-Upkeep of equipment trailers
How Does It Work?
Several dates are chosen throughout the year for Twins, Vikings and Gophers, as well as other Metrodome special events.
Boosters take the required CORE training provided by the Dome so that they have been properly trained to work the concession stands. Boosters working the Dome are also required to read the Guidelines and Policy packet. Boosters and students choose what dates they want to sign up for from those available as posted below and e-mail the Dome fundraising coordinator at domefundraising@pcbands.org.
Time commitment is about 7 or 8 hours depending on the event. We generally have a hot dog stand, but could be placed in a hamburger or ice cream stand.
Once you have signed up for a date, you will be e-mailed approximately 2 weeks prior to the event to confirm your availability. It is very important that you only sign up for dates you know you are available, and keep your commitment. We make a commitment to the Dome based on the number of adults signed up and it is important that we keep our word to keep in good standing with the Dome.
Once you have confirmed (two weeks before the event) that you are still available it will be your responsibility to find a replacement (who is CORE trained) for any last minute cancellations. If you are unable to find a replacement, your student’s account will be charged the $20 no-show fee that the Dome charges the Band Boosters for last minute cancellations.
Who Can Work?
We need twice as many parents as students to sign up to work. Students must be at least 16 to work the Dome.
Parents will run cash registers, which includes selling (checking IDs) and serving alcohol. Students will act as runners and assemble hot dogs, get popcorn, etc. We need anywhere from 6 – 12 parents and 3-6 students for each event. All workers are required to take the Dome’s CORE training before working at the Dome. CORE training dates are posted on the www.pcbands.org website. You will need to register with the Dome fundraising coordinator (domefundraising@pcbands.org) to attend CORE training.
What Do We Earn and Where Does the Money Go?
Each person working earns approximately $60.
For each parent or other adult working, 50% of their earnings will go to their student’s individual band account. The other 50% will go to the Band Boosters’ income budget.
For each student working, $10 of their earnings will be deposited to the Band Boosters and the remainder will go into their individual band account.
We recognize that it is very tempting to only sign up your student, as a larger percentage of their earnings go into their account. However, if we cannot provide enough adults, we will lose our stand for the night, and therefore, lose placement of all workers, including the students.
Points to Keep in Mind/Questions?
We are currently looking for parents who are interested in being trained to work the Dome as managers. These positions have additional duties and are paid at a higher rate, with a higher percentage going into their student’s account. Contact the Dome fundraising coordinator for more information.
You and/or your student are never “guaranteed” a position for an event. Unfortunately the Dome requires us to be very flexible without providing the same flexibility back to us. They can drop workers up until 48 hours before game time. In addition, the dome fundraising committee is committed to making this fundraiser as equitable as possible for everyone involved.
95% of the Dome fundraising communication is done by e-mail. If you sign up for games for you or your student, we are assuming you will be checking your e-mail every few days for updates or confirmations regarding games and workers. This fundraiser is too big to handle via phone calls, and the e-mail system ensures clear communication with everyone involved.
E-mail the Dome fundraising coordinator at domefundraising@pcbands.org with your questions.
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Guidelines and Policies Packet 2007
A complete guide for all Metrodome Centerplate volunteers including dress code and code of conduct.
Alcohol Packet
A complete guide to the Metrodome's Alcohol service and Beverage policy. Volunteers must sign and turn in form.
Individual Group Worker Agreement
All volunteers must sign and turn in form