Become a Volunteer

Volunteer at the 2026 Midwest Regional Black Family Reunion

Join us in celebrating family, culture, community, and legacy by volunteering at the 2026 Midwest Regional Black Family Reunion, taking place August 13–16, 2026, in Cincinnati, Ohio.

For nearly four decades, the Black Family Reunion has brought together thousands of families, community leaders, businesses, churches, and organizations for one of the region’s largest celebrations of culture, education, health, entertainment, and economic empowerment. Volunteers are at the heart of this experience and help make every event welcoming, organized, and memorable.

Why Volunteer?

Make a Difference

Support programs and activities that strengthen families, celebrate culture, and connect communities throughout the Greater Cincinnati region.

Meet New People

Build relationships with fellow volunteers, community leaders, sponsors, vendors, and attendees from across the region.

Gain Valuable Experience

Develop skills in event operations, hospitality, customer service, leadership, and community engagement while working alongside experienced event professionals.

Be Part of Something Bigger

Play an important role in a tradition that has impacted generations of families and continues to create opportunities for education, health awareness, entrepreneurship, and community development.

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers are essential to the success of the Midwest Regional Black Family Reunion. Opportunities may include:

• Event setup and breakdown
• Registration and guest check-in
• Information booth assistance
• Hospitality and guest services
• Family and youth activity support
• Senior programming assistance
• Sponsor and vendor support
• Crowd guidance and wayfinding
• Main stage and entertainment support
• Health and community resource pavilion assistance

Volunteer opportunities are available at various event locations throughout the festival weekend.

Who Can Volunteer?

We welcome:

• Individuals
• Families
• Students seeking community service hours
• Community organizations
• Church groups
• Corporate and sponsor teams

Whether you can volunteer for a few hours, a single day, or throughout the entire weekend, your contribution helps create a positive experience for thousands of attendees.

Volunteer as a Group

Businesses, sponsors, churches, fraternities, sororities, and community organizations are encouraged to participate as volunteer teams. Group volunteering is a great way to support the community, build team engagement, and demonstrate your organization’s commitment to service and family empowerment.