FAQs
Hey volunteers! Here's a list of questions that you might have during Project Day! Please reach out to us if you think of more through our email utprojectvm@gmail.com !
Questions You Might Have On Project Day!
Where do I park?
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You can park at the Perez Elementary School (limited parking, so please try and carpool!)
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Address: 7500 S. Pleasant Valley Rd, Austin, TX 78744
Where do I check-in?
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Perez Elementary
Where are the bathrooms?
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In the cafeteria, follow the signs!!!!
Which site am I volunteering with?
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Check your Givepulse registration!!!
Where is the shuttle bus?
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AM Shift: There will be a bus at 8AM and 8:30AM that will be stationed outside of Kinsolving Dormitory. These buses will take volunteers straight to HQ
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PM Shift: There will be a bus at 11AM and 11:30AM that will be stationed outside of Kinsolving Dormitory. These buses will take volunteers straight to HQ
What happens at the
Kick-Off event?
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Kick-Off at HQ will be where volunteers check in, eat breakfast, get their free T-shirts and Project swag, meet with community leaders and members, and connect before heading off to their sites to volunteer!
How do I get back to campus?​
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There will be a bus that takes you from your sites back to campus after your shift.
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Note: Be sure to let your Site Leader know when you leave!
If I don’t know something, like how to get home or what I am supposed to be doing, who do I ask?
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Ask your Site Leader! They will be more than happy to help answer any questions you have regarding transportation, food, health, and tasks.
I want to volunteer but I haven’t registered yet.
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Scan the flyer with QR code to give pulse
What should we wear to our shifts?
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Protective clothing such as long pants and closed toed shoes you don't mind getting dirty! Try not to wear loose jewelry. We will be working hard out there!
If I lost something valuable, what do I do?
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​Contact your Site leader! If you are planning beforehand, try not to bring valuables because you will be moving around A LOT!
Do we have to wear our Project t-shirts?
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Yes, be sure to rep Project 2024!
Do you provide food?
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Lunch will only be provided for full day volunteers only,
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Every site will have snacks and drinks for everyone
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What time are the shifts?
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Morning: 10am-2pm (check-in and volunteer kickoff 9am-10am)
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Afternoon: 1pm-5pm (check-in and volunteer kickoff 12pm-1pm)