Event: Sunday, 2nd March 2025
Organised by: Sussex Beacon, on behalf of Grassroots Suicide Prevention
Who we are:
Grassroots Suicide Prevention (GSP) is a national charity committed to the timely intervention and prevention of suicide. We work to empower people to help save lives through connecting, educating, and campaigning nationally. Our vision is a future where more lives are saved from suicide.
About the Brighton Half Marathon
The Brighton Half Marathon relies on the incredible support of dedicated volunteers to bring race day to life! We’re seeking five reliable and proactive volunteers to represent Grassroots Suicide Prevention and support the event organiser, Sussex Beacon. This is a great opportunity to be at the heart of race day, connect with the community, and help deliver one of the UK’s largest half marathons!
About the role
Volunteer Details:
- Start times typically range between 7:00 – 9:00 a.m., with most roles finishing by 2:30 p.m. (some may end earlier)
- All volunteers will receive a breakfast bag catering to various dietary preferences.
Volunteer Roles Include:
- Stewarding
- Road Marshalling
- Baggage area assistance
- Supporting the wheelchair race
- Drink station support
- Handing out medals
- Clearing debris
- Tail-end markers
Volunteer Benefits:
- Gain events-based experience—ideal for your CV
- Develop interpersonal skills
- Receive a complimentary breakfast bag
- Invitation to attend a free suicide prevention training session, hosted by Grassroots Suicide Prevention
When signing up, please choose the charity option and specify that you’re volunteering for Grassroots Suicide Prevention so we can keep track of our amazing team!
Sussex Beacon will do their best to assign you to your preferred role and will contact registered volunteers ahead of the event with more details.
Applications:
Ready to Volunteer?
To sign up as an Official Brighton Half Volunteer, visit the link below:
Volunteer Sign-up for Brighton Half Marathon
Please email me at katie@prevent-suicide.co.uk once you’ve registered, or if you have any questions!
Looking forward to welcoming you to the team!
Katie