VOLUNTEER
SOQS Volunteer
Every second Saturday in July, the streets of Sisters burst into color as hundreds of quilts transform our mountain town into the world’s largest outdoor gallery. This extraordinary event wouldn’t be possible without the energy, care, and creativity of our volunteers. Whether you’re a longtime local, a visitor with a love for quilting, or someone looking to be part of a lively community tradition, volunteering with the Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show is your chance to make a really impact—and have fun doing it.
Volunteers of all ages and backgrounds are welcome! Whether you have experience or are new to volunteering, there’s a role for you. Some roles may have physical requirements, and volunteers under 18 will need a parent or guardian to sign up.
Pre-Show Opportunities
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The Quilt Service Center (QSC) Team Member supports the heart of the
Quilt Show. The Quilt Service Center is where every quilt is received,
processed, organized, and returned or sold. Your care helps ensure every
quilt is handled safely and respectfully from the moment it arrives to the
moment it returns home or to the new owner.
Show Day Opportunities
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Quilt Hanging Team Members help prepare the show by hanging quilts in their assigned section on Show Day. Your support ensures that quilts are displayed safely, beautifully, and in the correct locations for visitors to enjoy.
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Quilt Hanging Team Members help prepare the show by hanging quilts in their assigned section on Show Day. Your support ensures that quilts are displayed safely, beautifully, and in the correct locations for visitors to enjoy.
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Quilt Attendants serve aambassadors to the Quilt Show. Providing information to
attendees: guiding them to exhibits, restrooms, etc.; reminding folks to look at quilts without touching. -
Information + Raffle Quilt Booth Volunteers manage raffle ticket sales for the featured Raffle Quilt during the Quilt Show. This role supports fundraising efforts that help sustain and grow the Quilt Show. Volunteers welcome guests, answer basic questions about the Quilt Show and raffle quilt, and ensure tickets are handled accurately and securely. This is a 2-person booth.
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The kids activity center volunteer is responsible for managing activities and crafts for younger guests and families. Engagement with younger audiences is of vital
importance to SOQS and represents the future of the event. The volunteer is essential to this function. -
Information & Merch Booth Volunteers serve as friendly points of contact for Quilt Show guests. This role provides general event information, assists visitors with directions and questions, and supports the sale of Quilt Show merchandise.
Volunteers help guests feel welcomed, informed, and oriented throughout their visit. -
Take quilts down in a quick and organized manner; return quilts promptly to the SOQS Quilt Service Center (QSC) for processing.
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The QSC Folding Team ensures quilts are folded appropriately according to SOQS guidelines. The folding
team supports the processing of quilts including accounting for quilts returned at the end of the show -
The Quilt Service Center (QSC) Team Member support the heart of the
Quilt Show. The Quilt Service Center is where every quilt is received,
processed, organized, and returned or sold. Your care helps ensure every
quilt is handled safely and respectfully from the moment it arrives to the
moment it returns home or to the new owner.
Post-Show Opportunities
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The Quilt Service Center (QSC) Team Member support the heart of the
Quilt Show. The Quilt Service Center is where every quilt is received,
processed, organized, and returned or sold. Your care helps ensure every
quilt is handled safely and respectfully from the moment it arrives to the
moment it returns home or to the new owner.
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The Save it for Sunday! team members help to create a beautiful, quiet event at the FivePine campus the day after Quilt Show. Take a look at how you can be part of this magical event.
Join Our Volunteer Family!
