Volunteers

We are no longer accepting Volunteer Applications.  There will be no sign ups at the festival grounds.

*Volunteers must be at least 17 years or older *

Because of people like you and hundreds of others, this Christian music festival is a wonderful dream that has become a blessing and life changing experience for thousands of people. The event's success is the result of each Volunteer taking responsibility for a share of the work that needs to be done. Every Volunteer involved in this exciting project donates their time, and some even their finances and resources, "as unto the Lord." The SWC Leadership Team encourages all Volunteers to serve with a spirit of love, attempting to exhibit the attributes of Romans 12:9-13.

To be a SWC Staff Volunteer:

Download the 2009 Volunteer Release of Liability and Policy Agreement

• You should enter into this commitment with a spirit of giving ... serve so that others may receive.
• You will work at least one 4 1/2 hour shift per day, for a minimum of three days. Your schedule will be on a shift rotation in order to insure that a volunteer works only one "prime time" night shift (approximately 8 p.m. until midnight).
• You should agree to do your very best and commit yourself to giving your utmost to the glory of God, be conscientious and focused on your task and represent the Festival in a professional, courteous, and loving manner.
• You should treat all Festival attendees with kindness while displaying a loving Christian attitude. The attitude of the Staff is extremely important. Remember that you are representing the Spirit West Coast Festival and the Lord. (SWC can not tolerate discrimination of any kind.)
• You will not use illegal drugs or consume alcoholic beverages at any time at SWC or on the property of Laguna Seca or SWC camping areas.
• You will be responsible to your immediate Department Leader and Assistant Leader in your area of service, and the Festival Directors. It is very important that all Volunteer Staff follow the directions of those in charge. All decisions are made by the Department Leaders and Festival Directors. Ultimately, we are all responsible to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

General Information

Volunteers will receive a special SWC Volunteer T-shirt and a full event wristband. The price is $25 for online applications and $35 for mail. These prices increase $5 for applications received after June 1st. The online price is $30 when submitted June 2 - July 15. Volunteer fee does not include camping. Volunteers may purchase campsites through the SWC Box Office at (831) 443-5399. Click here for camping information. Every volunteer will be notified of their acceptance, in advance.

Volunteer check-in will begin Wednesday, July 29th, at 3:00 p.m., and Thursday, July 30th, at 9:30 a.m. at the SWC Volunteer Booth. Each Volunteer ticket (wristband) and T-shirt will be picked up by the Volunteer only at the SWC Volunteer Booth during check-in (ID will be required). 

In 2-3 weeks, a postcard will be mailed to confirm acceptance of your volunteer application. Questions on volunteering should be directed to the Spirit West Coast Administration Office at (408) 377-9232.

* After acceptance, no refunds will be given. In the event that a volunteer is unable to serve, the application fee will be contributed to the Festival Improvements fund.