WCC Volunteer Opportunity: Montgomery Halloween Safety Event

The Montgomery Police Department is seeking 11–20 volunteers to assist with our annual Halloween Safety Event on Sunday, October 18, 2026, from 8:00 AM–3:30 PM at 10 Civic Center, Montgomery, IL.

This family-friendly community event offers a fun and safe way for children and families to celebrate Halloween. The event will feature touch-a-truck activities, vendors, fair-style games, costume contests, and free prizes for children.

Volunteers will play an important role in helping make the event enjoyable, organized, and safe for everyone attending.

Volunteers may assist with:

Facilitating and monitoring fun fair-style gamesHelping children participate in games and activitiesDistributing prizesAssisting with the hourly costume contestsHelping with event setup before the eventAssisting with event breakdown and cleanup afterwardProviding general event support as needed

No previous experience or specific skills are required, and no training is required. All necessary supplies, equipment, and materials will be provided by the Montgomery Police Department.

This opportunity is outdoors and involves standing, walking, bending, and some lifting. Volunteers may be on their feet for several hours at a time, although seated options are available. The event location is wheelchair accessible, with accessible parking and transportation options available.

Volunteers must be 16 years of age or older. No background check is required.

Who can participate?

Everyone is welcome! Students, staff, faculty, alumni, families, friends, businesses, community organizations, service groups, church groups, individuals, and scouts are encouraged to participate. If you are a non-exempt employee or faculty member, please connect with your supervisor for approval before scheduling your volunteer hours. This is also a great opportunity for students and community members who need community service hours.

Sign Up to Volunteer

Please reach out to the Event Volunteer Coordinator Yvonne Lozano at 331-212-9098 or [email protected]

Questions?

Waubonsee Community Engagement – Emily at (630) 466-2480 or [email protected]