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VOLUNTEER

WITH AMELIA COUNTY FAIR

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BE PART OF THE

tradition

The Amelia County Fair is powered by volunteers: neighbors, families, and community members who believe in keeping this tradition strong.

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Whether you can help year-round, during Fair week, or just as-needed, there’s a place for you here.

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WHY VOLUNTEER?

When you volunteer, you help:

  • Keep the Fair affordable and family-friendly

  • Support youth programs, agriculture, and local traditions

  • Create unforgettable experiences for our community

  • Build connections with neighbors and local leaders

 

No experience is required, just a willing heart and a helping hand.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

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What to Expect:

  • Monthly planning meetings on the Third Tuesday of each month

  • Project-based tasks between meetings

  • A chance to shape the future of the Fair

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Learn more about our Board of Directors and the different fair committees:

Year-Round Committee Members

Want to help behind the scenes throughout the year? Join a committee.

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Committees may include:

  • Sponsorship & Fundraising

  • Entertainment & Attractions

  • Livestock & Agricultural Programming

  • Arts & Crafts - Exhibition Hall

  • Marketing & Promotion

  • Miss Amelia County Fair Pageant

  • Scholarship & Youth Programs

  • Music & Main Stage

  • Administrative & Logistics

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FAIR WEEK

VOLUNTEERS

Prefer to jump in during Fair week? We need help in a variety of roles.

Fair week roles may include:

  • Admissions & ticket booths

  • Parking & gate attendants

  • Exhibition Hall check-in & support

  • Livestock & barn assistance

  • Information booth & hospitality

  • Point of contact for vendors

  • Event set-up & clean-up

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Even a few hours makes a difference.

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AS NEEDED

& special projects

VOLUNTEERS

Not ready for a commitment? That's ok! We often need extra hands for short-term needs, special projects and more!

As-needed opportunities may include:

  • Fairgrounds work days

  • Set-up weekends

  • Clean-up days

  • Fundraising events

  • Special projects and odd jobs

Youth & Student Volunteer Opportunities

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The Amelia County Fair is proud to support the next generation of leaders in our community.

 

We welcome students who want to earn community service hours, build leadership skills, and give back while supporting a local tradition.

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ACFA Scholarship Opportunity

Each year, the Fair awards two $1,000 scholarships to eligible Amelia County students.​ As part of the scholarship application process, applicants are required to complete 16 volunteer hours with the Amelia County Fair Association.

 

​Volunteering helps students gain experience, demonstrate initiative, and strengthen their scholarship applications.

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Community Service Hours

We provide documented volunteer hours for students participating in:

  • Beta Club

  • National Honor Society

  • FFA

  • Boy Scouts + Cub Scouts

  • Church youth groups

  • Civic + academic organizations

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Verification forms can be signed upon completion of service.

Schools & Groups Welcome

We proudly welcome public, private, and homeschool students, as well as school clubs and youth organizations.

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If you’re a teacher, homeschool leader, scout leader, or organization advisor interested in coordinating a group volunteer opportunity, we would love to partner with you.

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THE YOUTH COUNCIL

Introducing:

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New this year, the Amelia County Fair is proud to launch our Youth Council, a group of motivated young volunteers who want to help improve the Fair through their ideas, leadership, and service.

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Youth Council members will volunteer at Fair events, share input on activities and programming, and help shape the future of the Fair. This is a great opportunity for students who care about their community and want to grow as leaders while giving back.

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We believe today’s youth are tomorrow’s leaders, and we’re excited to give them a voice at the table.

Interested in joining the Youth Council?

Please reach out to learn more.

Building Community for the Future

The Amelia County Fair thrives because of volunteers of all ages; students earning service hours, parents helping during Fair week, retirees giving their time, and community members who simply love seeing the Fair succeed.

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Some volunteers serve once a year. Others grow into committee members or Board leaders. Every role matters.

When you volunteer, you help preserve a local tradition, support youth and agriculture, and continue bringing the fun of the Fair to families across our community.

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No matter your age or experience, there is a place for you here.

Join us and help keep the Amelia County Fair strong for generations to come.
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