Festival volunteers needed by frontline mental health charity, Tonic Music
Your chance to help bring music to people with mental health problems and take in the vibe at a top summer music festival?
Volunteers are needed to help in summer music festival activities for the UK charity Tonic Music. You will need to be at least 18-years-old but Tonic, which was founded in 2012 upon the belief that participation in music is good for mental health, also values people with experience and encourages mature volunteers too.
On its website, Tonic lists a lot of great summer events for which they need volunteers. These include High Tide Festival on July 28, Secret Garden Party from July 25 to 28, Lakefest from August 7 to 11, and Reading Festival August 21 to 25 (for Reading, volunteers must pay a deposit of £325, which will be refunded to you 2 weeks after the festival ends on Monday 9th September (minus a £30 non-refundable administrative fee).
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Tonic Music
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Some festivals have limited places, so Tonic Music can not guarantee you will be able to attend every festival you apply for.
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You must be prepared to make your own travel arrangements to/from the festival.
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Travel expenses will not be reimbursed.
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Tonic Music cannot provide tents or alternative accommodation.
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No food or crew catering is available – you must bring your own provisions throughout the festival.
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You must arrive on time for the start of your shifts, ensuring you arrive in good time to be accredited and set up your tent and have a briefing.
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By volunteering with Tonic Music, you will receive 1 X wristband that will entitle you free entry into the festivals for the duration. You are free to enjoy the festivals outside of your allocated shifts with Tonic Music.
Source: Tonic Music
