Become part of the team helping bring
Juneteenth NYC to life.
Become part of the team helping bring Juneteenth NYC to life
Our Influencer and Community Story Host Team supports events, promotes local businesses, and helps create welcoming experiences for guests and families. This program offers the opportunity to build leadership skills, earn verified volunteer hours, and gain real-world experience while supporting one of New York City’s largest cultural celebrations.
Important Dates:
Applications Open - March 30 – April 1, 2026
Applications Close - April 20, 2026
Selections Announced - April 27
Trainings - April 28 and May 7
Campaign & Event Participation - May 8 - onward
Attend an Information Session
We strongly recommend attending one of the sessions below to learn how the program works.
Tuesday, April 16, 2026 at 5:30 pm
Friday, April 23, 2026 at 3:30 pm
Sessions will cover:
Program overview
Volunteer expectations
Team assignments
How to get selected
Volunteer Hours Opportunities
Participants may earn volunteer hours through a variety of activities before, during, and after Juneteenth NYC events.
Volunteer opportunities may include:
Training sessions
Community workshops
Youth programs
Event promotion and outreach
Festival participation
Community engagement activities
There is no limit to the number of volunteer hours participants may earn.
Volunteer hours are available throughout the year based on participation and involvement.
Volunteer hours will be verified by the Juneteenth NYC program team.
Participants should expect to:
Attend one information session (30 minutes)
Attend one training session (1–2 hours)
Participate in assigned event coverage
Complete required social media posts
Total commitment:
Approximately 1-3 hours a week
WHO SHOULD APPLY
Who Should Apply
Students
Young professionals
Community members
Content creators
Anyone interested in volunteering and community engagement
No large social media following is required.
Benefits of Joining the Team
As a Juneteenth NYC 2026 Influencer, you’ll be placed on one of six content teams — each focused on amplifying a key part of this historic week.
Each team will have a unique focus area, a custom content approach, and dedicated support from The Eclectic Group. Here’s a look at where you might contribute:
Earn verified volunteer hours
Gain leadership and teamwork experience
Build communication and public engagement skills
Receive influencer and community engagement training
Be part of a citywide cultural celebration
Opportunity to participate in future paid opportunities
Ready to get started?