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Holiday Helpers - Volunteer at the Tree Lighting and Festival of Trees Opening Night
Volunteering at our Tree Lighting event is a fun and easy way to get involved in your community. With multiple roles available, we offer several different ways to help make Montgomery the merriest and brightest throughout the entire holiday season.
Tree Lighting volunteers can register by email rboeing@montogmeryil.org. We offer multiple volunteer roles. Many of which are a great opportunity to get volunteer service hours for young adults.
It is a great way to fill volunteer hours for school or church.
It is a fun way to engage with the community as the holiday season kicks off.
Help spread holiday cheer.
Interact with the Montgomery community on a new level.
WHAT
Montgomery Merry & Bright Holiday Events - Tree Lighting & Visits with Santa
WHEN
Sunday, December 7, 2025
LOCATION
Village Hall, 200. N. River St.
WHY VOLUNTEER
Get in the giving spirit and kick off the holiday season with the annual tree lighting, opening of the Festival of Trees and visits with Santa.
CONTACT
Rosie Boeing, Community Engagement & Event Coordinator
331-212-9008
rboeing@montgomeryil.org
Q: How long are volunteer shifts?
A: Volunteer shifts may vary depending on the role but are typically 2 hours long.
Q: Can I sign myself up with a friend or a group?
A: Yes, you can sign up multiple people. Group volunteer opportunities are limited for this event. Please get in touch with Rosie Boeing at rboeing@montgomeryil.org to sign groups up.
Q: Do I need to wear anything in particular when I volunteer?
A: We highly encourage you to wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather. Some volunteer activities may be outside.
Craft & Activities Helpers
Volunteers will help with overseeing games and activities, handing out crafts, keeping the room clean, and restocking craft supplies as needed.
Santa’s Little Helpers
Many families are eager to get their picture taken with Santa. Santa’s Little Helpers assist with line management, making sure people know where the end of the line is, how long wait times may be and generally keeping people waiting in line in good spirits while waiting to see Santa.
Additionally, a few more helpers will man the letter writing station where kids of all ages can write their letter to Santa. Helpers will ensure all letters are put in the mail for Santa to read.