The Barkfest at Tiffany’s Fur Ball is Halifax Humane Society’s most prestigious black-tie gala, held to raise funds for our lifesaving programs and services for animals in need. All proceeds from the event directly support Halifax Humane Society’s mission to care for and protect animals in need. This includes veterinary care, foster services, and adoption programs. The event is black-tie, and guests are encouraged to wear formal attire. While elegant evening wear is entirely appropriate, we welcome those who wish to embrace the theme with refined, glamorous touches.
Volunteers are required to dress in black attire. Tie, bow ties and jackets are encouraged but not required for volunteers. Ladies are encouraged to wear formal black dresses or black slacks and a blouse.
Volunteer Opportunities:
VIP Event Runner: volunteer to oversee the VIP section of event. 4pm-10pm
Registration set up: set up tables, chairs and laptops for the registration area. 12pm-4pm
Registration: seated at the registration table checking guests in for event. 4:30pm-6:30pm.
Silent auction support: auction set up and security of the items.4:30pm-9:30pm.
Table escorts: will be walking guests to their assigned table/seat. Providing guests with information as needed – i.e. where the bathrooms are or when portions of the event begin. 4:30pm-6:30pm.
Greeters: welcoming guests in and directing them and answering any questions they may have. 4:30pm-6:30pm.
VIP support: 4 volunteers will be assisting with VIP Check in, and 2 volunteers will stay in the VIP area to answer questions or help guests in the VIP section. 4:30pm-7:30pm.
Retail table support: helping with retail transactions. 5pm-10pm.
Auction scribers: you will oversee your section of the crowd to write down what numbers are being raised for the auction. 6:30pm-8:30pm.
Parking lot greeter: direct guests where to drive, park or enter the event.4:30pm-6:30pm
Photographer: capturing different shots of the event. 4:45pm-9:45pm.
Breakdown for Registration/VIP section: breaking down and loading up items from registration and the VIP area.7:30pm-11:30pm
Auction checkout: assisting with the check out for all auction items. 8:30pm-10:30pm.
