You'll find that lending a hand is very good for the heart.
Become a 2012 Dining Out for Life restaurant Ambassador!
Volunteer with Open Hand, and you just might be surprised at how good it will make you feel. Whether you have a little time to spend in the kitchen, or you want to help out during Dining Out for Life 2012, we can always use a hand. Or several. In fact, if you and a group from your workplace, school or church want to pitch in...the more the merrier! We'll do whatever we can to match your skills to the tasks that interest you the most, and we guarantee to make it an experience that'll nourish your soul.
Register here to become a 2012 Dining Out for Life restaurant Ambassador! 
DINING OUT FOR LIFE RESTAURANT AMBASSADORS
Your primary responsibilty is to invite your friends, family and co-workers to dine with you at your selected restaurant on April 25th. Sounds fun, doesn't it? But wait...there's more. You'll work with the DOFL Team (and other Volunteers) to help ensure that participating restaurants have our complete support before, during and immediately after the event. You'll be available to answer any questions diners may have about the event itself or the mission of Open Hand. You'll work closely with the restaurant management and staff to ensure that they are prepared for this great event -- and that you and your guests are accommodated, of course. Donation/raffle envelopes will be made available for your party and anyone else who'd like to make a donation, and you'll collect them after they've been completed. We'll have a couple of orientation sessions with all Ambassadors and volunteers before the event to equip you with the information you'll need to make sure you're comfortable.
Requirements? Attendance at one of the Ambassador orientation sessions, some time to get to know the manager/staff of the restaurant you select, a basic understanding of the work of Open Hand, and that wonderful personality!
Ambassador Orientation Sessions
The orientation sessions are typically scheduled to begin about a month or so before the event, and you're only required to attend one of them. Once we have the sessions scheduled, we will notify those who have registered and they will appear here on the DOFL website. Just check back for orientation dates and times!
EVENT SUPPORT
There is a lot of work done prior to the day of the event, and we could sure use your help! We need folks to work with DOFL Ambassadors, assist photographers and restaurants, and help "market" Dining Out for Life and our participating restaurants in the community. Or you may simply choose to dine out with a group of friends and be on hand if the Ambassador needs your assistance. Either way, it's all about having fun for a great cause.
Requirements? Nothing more than a great attitude, and a basic understanding of the event and the work of Open Hand!
EVERYONE ELSE!
Please plan to invite your friends and family to dine with you on April 25th at your favorite participating restaurant. (Don't worry, you don't have to pick up the tab -- in fact, you don't have to do anything other than eat, drink and tip!) In the past, we've had hosts who've gathered together groups of 10, 20...up to 100 folks to have a great night out in support a wonderful cause.
If you really want to take it up a notch, here are but a few ideas:
- Administrative Professional Appreciation Lunch (April 25th is the big day!)
- Team-building lunch for co-workers
- Girls/Guys night out
- Theme party (in the past, folks have hosted Broadway parties, fashion shows, etc.)
Get creative...and most of all, have fun!!
NOTE: If you do have a large group, we urge you to make arrangements with the restaurant beforehand. Or you can visit www.OpenTable.com and make reservations.
Requirements? A warm heart and a healthy appetite.
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