Giving Youth Opportunities for More
HDGA Street Crew is a volunteer placement program designed for high school students and young adults (ages 15+) to gain real-world experience while supporting events and initiatives in Historic Downtown Gresham.
Participants are placed into active roles across HDGA events, gaining hands-on exposure to event production, marketing, logistics, and community engagement—while earning verified volunteer hours and building meaningful experience for resumes, scholarships, and college applications.
Volunteer Credit
Students and youth can earn credit for their volunteering hours, making their community experience even more rewarding. We provide comprehensive hour tracking and all necessary documentation to ensure their efforts are recognized.
Credit is provided for those seeking to meet requirements for college applications and so much more!
Resume Building
By getting involved, you will gain invaluable real-world experience that not only enhances your skills but also strengthens your resume. This hands-on experience will set you a strong footing as you enter the job market, giving you a competitive edge over other candidates. Embrace these opportunities to showcase your abilities and prepare for a successful career ahead.
Exposure & Networking
Participating is more than just putting in time and effort; it's building connections and fostering long-lasting relationships. These connections can lead to valuable opportunities and benefits that extend far beyond the initial involvement. By engaging with others, you not only contribute to the community but also create bonds that can enrich your life for years to come.
Choose what you want to be a part of
Marketing & Promotions
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Hanging posters / distributing flyers
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Assisting with social media content (photos, short clips, BTS)
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Supporting event-day engagement (QR codes, surveys, interaction prompts)
Event Operations
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Set up & tear down
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Booth assistance
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Vendor check-in support
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General event flow support
Logistics & Transportation
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Moving supplies
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Assisting with load-in/load-out
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Supporting storage organization pre/post event
Planning & Admin
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Assisting with prep tasks (packing kits, organizing materials)
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Supporting event planning meetings (select students only)
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Helping with post-event wrap-up + feedback collection
Fundraising & Comm. Engagement
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Supporting donation booths or activities
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Assisting with fundraising events (bingo nights, socials, etc.)
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Learning how sponsorships and community funding work
Street Safety & Support
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Street closure monitoring
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Helping direct foot traffic (not enforcement, just presence + guidance)
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Supporting safety leads with basic needs (water runs, communication)
Parents,
Safety is our Priority.
Allow us to introduce to two of our amazing leaders:
Selene Cortez, Youth Street Crew Committee Chair &
Jolia Gergis, HDGA Executive Director
If you have concerns regarding your child, please reach out to us. All of our volunteers working with youth are Background checked and trained per state safety standards.
Did You Know
4,400+
Registered Businesses in the City limits of Gresham!
100k
Community Attendees each year visit events we host or assist with!
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Event Opportunities available through HDGA & our Partners
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Awesome Association working to build our community and provide opportunities