Information for Classic Volunteers

2022 Rotary Holiday Classic
Volunteer Information and Sign-up

This is the annual three-club fundraiser for Rochester Rotary Risers, Greater Rochester Rotary, and The Rotary Club of Rochester. Twenty-six Minnesota varsity basketball teams are hosted and play two games over two days at Mayo Civic Center. All proceeds from the event are distributed as grants to local nonprofits working with youth for education.

More than 80 volunteers are needed over the two days to host our participants and fans. Rotarians, register here to volunteer. 

Thirty percent of the net proceeds from this year's Classic will be distributed to the three Rotary clubs of Rochester for Rotary youth and education programs, and each club will have the opportunity to receive an equal share of those proceeds based on their (proportionate) volunteerism at the event. If a clubs staffs all required shifts to meet its volunteer requirement, 100% of their share will be paid out. Sign-ups will be designated by clubs only until December 10. If a club does not meet the requirement, they will receive proceeds based on the percentage of actual shifts worked. Remaining dollars will be distributed to the other clubs based on their percentage of volunteerism. 

Volunteer Job Descriptions:

  • Set-up – assist with setting up the event – hang signs, organize volunteer room, and finance room.
  • South Hallway Volunteers will be located between the Civic Center Drive doors and the Rochester Art Center doors to check incoming attendees for wristbands or direct them to the Grand Lobby to purchase passes.
  • North Lobby Volunteers will be located by the Civic Center Drive doors and Center Street doors in the North Lobby to direct teams to check-in, direct attendees to the Grand Lobby ticket booth, and check incoming attendees for wristbands.
  • Team Check-In/Information Volunteers will be located in/by the Board Room in the North Lobby to welcome teams, participants, and volunteers; distribute information; direct attendees and volunteers to their appropriate locations; help teams store luggage; and assist as needed.
  • Auditorium Volunteer will be located near the steps of the stage to greet and direct attendees, sweep the court during halftimes, and assist as needed.
  • Taylor Arena Volunteer will be located near south door to greet and direct attendees, sweep the court during halftimes, and assist as needed.
  • Grand Lobby Wristband Placers will be located next to the ticket booth to help place purchased wristbands on attendees.
  • Tear Down – clean up all of the signage, etc…and pack up items that need to be saved for next year’s event.  Need to commit to being on-site until the event is done.