Hrm, I'm not sure.. I applied about five days ago and haven't heard anything either. They might just be swamped with applications.

 

Here's to hoping we both get to participate though! :nice:

Sweet! I can volunteer for Bloc Party in NYC. Thanks for the heads up. Might have to see what other Coldplay shows I could find a way to :) And its a great cause. Been a member for years now.

 

Btw - if youre reading this Oxfam - have you ever considered setting up a booth to raise awareness at Summerstage?? It seems like that'd be the perfect place to do that seeing that this year we have bands from all over (just had a day out with a bunch of bands from Africa). I can prob help you get connected with the right person if its of interest. I volunteer there as well.

I'm so glad that people are getting into this. It helps remind me that there are still loads of great people in the world :nice:

 

xNeverwherex - might you know of other organizations that also need summer volunteers? I'm out in california.. I've been having trouble finding places that are asking for more than donations :confused: I've got very little money, but some extra time now, and I'd love to do something good with my summer.

 

I'm a massive neil gaiman fan btw (:

 

M.

where abouts in cali are you?? and nice to find other Gaiman fans out there. I am sometimes in touch with Aaron Axelson (of Live 105) if youre in the bay area. as they are having lots of summer festies out there - there might be ways to volunteer. and have tons of friends in LA (from going to school at ucsb)

 

i know in NYC - each summer festival (river to river, summerstage, etc) all use volunteers.

And I highly suggest people in NYC to volunteer for some festival this summer. The rewards are so worth it, (free music - yeah some are already free shows), but you meet great people and feel great afterwards.

 

and btw - im in california throughout the year and always am trying to find other people to go to shows with (it seems none of my friends like going anymore - something about old age *cough cough*) .. perhaps if youre in the bay area we'll meet up sometime (for a coldplay show or otherwise) or even to discuss the greatness of Neil Gaiman. Ive met him a handful of times and he might be the coolest person ever! neverwhere is f'ing genius!

Hey Coldplayers-

 

Good questions & comments!

 

As far as when you'll hear from us...we'll let you know either way approximately 10-14 days before the show you applied to.

 

And to xneverwherex, we just worked at Summerstage in NYC this past Thursday, as we were invited by Thievery Corporation on their recent tour. We really did well there, but I don't think any other bands we are affiliated with will be there for the rest of the season, so that may have been our only show there this year. If you've got connections you'd like to share for that venue, shoot me a PM.

 

I'm thrilled to see discussion about volunteering for us and other organizations! Even if you can't make it to a show with us, please try and volunteer somewhere. It's a great feeling, and usually a great time, too.

 

Here's our sign-up page again:

http://www.oxfamamerica.org/concerts

 

Thanks,

 

thanks for keeping in touch with info for us :nice: I think a lot of us haven't had a chance to volunteer for you yet, so we've got lots of questions. cheers for being so cool and keeping in contact.

 

and xneverwherex - expect a pm soon ish. it seems like we've got a lot in common (:

 

M.

cant wait!!

 

i applied to the houston show and i really hope that i get picked...i have always wanted to volunteer for oxfam and this is the perfect chance because coldplay is my favorite band in the world!!...oh and i have a question, where will the seats most likely be located??

Hey Coldplayers-

 

Good questions & comments!

 

As far as when you'll hear from us...we'll let you know either way approximately 10-14 days before the show you applied to.

 

And to xneverwherex, we just worked at Summerstage in NYC this past Thursday, as we were invited by Thievery Corporation on their recent tour. We really did well there, but I don't think any other bands we are affiliated with will be there for the rest of the season, so that may have been our only show there this year. If you've got connections you'd like to share for that venue, shoot me a PM.

 

I'm thrilled to see discussion about volunteering for us and other organizations! Even if you can't make it to a show with us, please try and volunteer somewhere. It's a great feeling, and usually a great time, too.

 

Here's our sign-up page again:

www.oxfamamerica.org/concerts

 

Thanks,

 

 

Thanks for the great info! How is the response so far? Is this go round more centered on Oxfam as a whole, or is the central campaign (for Coldplay at least) still Make Trade Fair? I've been giving Oxfam Unwrapped presents to people for birthdays and Christmas and people love it! Hope to see you in Orlando:)

melanieau-

 

The response has been pretty great so far, especially from readers of this board. On this tour, our outreach is centered on letting people know about Oxfam's missions in general and what we do. And thanks for using Oxfam Unwrapped !

 

yellow745-

 

We never know where our volunteers will be seated until we actually get to the show, but as most Coldplay fans know, any seat at a Coldplay show is a great one!

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We'll be adding more non-Coldplay concert opportunities in the next few days, including shows by She & Him (featuring M. Ward & Zooey Deschanel), Thao and the Get Down Stay Down, Stereolab, and more, so keep checking our sign-up page:

http://www.oxfamamerica.org/concerts

 

Thanks,

Oxfam America

I would definitely love to help out again! I volunteered when they were in Dallas back in 'o5 and I had a great time. I'd definitely do it again. I've filled out the application and I hope I hear from you guys soon.

you are so right!!!! I hope i get picked...i volunteered for the houston show..

I originally thought I was accepted but I was sent the acceptance email by accident--I'm under 18 so apparently I can't volunteer!

 

Buuut I know three people that are going to volunteer on the 15th, so cheers!

woo here's hoping I get one of those open spots for San Jose next week!

This will be my first time volunteering! I'm still kind of trying to get over being surprised about being selected! :laugh3:

 

Thank you so much Oxfam! I hope that this experience will be an amazing one to remember! <3

I can volunteer, it turns out! THANK YOU OXFAM!

 

See you all on the 14th!

I can volunteer, it turns out! THANK YOU OXFAM!

 

See you all on the 14th!

 

They changed their minds! YAY! Have fun!

 

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hey if you dont mind telling me how old are you?? that way i can know if im eligible to volunteer or not because im under 18 also =)

Reminds me - I need to Renew my membership!!:)

I'm so excited, I got picked for the LA show on Tuesday!!!

 

Does anyone know where the seats will be? Not that i care, I actually am just excited to help out. I hear this is a fantastic organization.

So if we are selected, we will be notified a couple days before the show then? I thought I read that on here but I couldn't remember.

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hey if you dont mind telling me how old are you?? that way i can know if im eligible to volunteer or not because im under 18 also =)

 

Sorry for not replying sooner! I'm 17. :)

thias still needs top of the pile status :)

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