Volunteer
Thanks for your interest in helping out at Corporate Cup! Volunteers lead teams to events, referee and more.
Frequently asked questions
What is the day like?
Boston Children's Hospital Corporate Cup is an afternoon of field-day events and friendly competition among the business community, all with the goal of raising money to provide lifesaving care to sick children. Companies create teams to compete. Winners are announced in a closing ceremony. Then there's the after-party, where foes become friends over food, drinks and bragging rights.
How do I get there? Where do I park?
By public transit, take the Red Line to Harvard Square and the complex is a 10-minute walk from the Square down JFK St. and over the Charles River. The 66 and 86 route MBTA buses also stop in front of Harvard Stadium.
By car, enter through Gate 8 or Gate 16 and parking staff will direct you to available parking.
By Uber/Lyft, please use the address of Beren Tennis Center (65 N Harvard St, Boston, MA 02134) to get dropped off in the correct location.
What time do I need to arrive?
All volunteers should arrive at the Harvard Athletic Complex at 11 am and check in at the volunteer table. Look out for an email from us 1-2 weeks before the event. It'll outline your role and important event details.
What time should I expect to be finished?
Please plan to stay all day. We'll wrap-up around 6 pm. And you're invited to stay for the after-party!
What do the various jobs entail?
- Team Guides: Lead your assigned team from event to event according to their schedule, and cheer them on as the compete for the cup!
- Referees: You will be stationed at one event for the day. You're responsible for keeping score for companies that are competing in your assigned event throughout the day.
- Most Needed: Help make the day a success by jumping in to help with restocking snacks, helping at the team photo booth and more.
Is there a minimum age requirement to volunteer?
Yes, volunteers must be 21 years of age or older.
What happens if it rains?
Rain or shine, Corporate Cup is going down. Keep an eye on the forecast in the days leading up to the event and plan accordingly. If the weather becomes too severe, we have a rain date set for Friday, July 12. The decision to move the event will be made by Tuesday, July 9 at noon.
Is there a fundraising minimum for volunteers?
No, volunteers aren't required to fundraise. But, if you're interested in raising funds for the hospital, you definitely can! Access your Fundraising Center by logging in using the username and password you created when registering online. We—and the kids at Boston Children’s—more than appreciate your support.
What COVID-19 protocols will be in place?
Boston Children's Hospital will adhere to all COVID-19 protocols put forth by the state of Massachusetts, the CDC and Harvard Athletics Complex at the time of the event. If you have questions, please contact us at corporatecup@chtrust.org.
Are COVID-19 vaccinations required?
Boston Children's strongly recommends all eligible individuals be vaccinated against COVID-19.
