Each guest will have a volunteer buddy that has been background checked to accompany them throughout the night for both safety and fun! Before they head into prom, you’ll have a quick chance to chat about any important details you want them to know.  They will also have your emergency contact information on the guest’s lanyard in case they need to reach you for any reason during the event. 

After check-in, each prom guest will be escorted by their buddy to the glam squad building where they’ll receive a corsage or boutonniere, quick touch up of hair/makeup, or a shoeshine. Then they will take a short limo ride around the property and make their red-carpet entrance. After that, the buddy will help the prom guest decide what activities they want to do and which order they want to do them in. Options include: dancing, dinner and dessert buffet, karaoke room, photo booths, and more. For any guest who needs a quieter space or just a short break, we will have a sensory room with calming activities and low lighting available. A medical team will be on campus for the duration of the event in case of an emergency.

Once you and your prom guest have checked in and they have a buddy assigned to them, parents/caregivers will be escorted to our VIP Parent Bistro. This is a quieter space to enjoy your own catered meal, games, and conversation while your King or Queen dances the night away! We will have gluten free dinner and dessert options. Reminder - because of space limitations and budgeting, each prom guest is allowed a maximum of 2 parents/caregivers to stay for dinner.

After checking in your guest, you also have the option of leaving campus (just make sure you come back by 8:30pm for the finale). All parents and caregivers will be invited over to the main building at the end of the night for the crowning of our prom Kings and Queens and the balloon drop. There will be a space on the guest registration form for you to indicate whether you are staying for the catered dinner or not. 

This is a special night so they can be as dressy (prom dress, suit and tie, tuxedo) or as casual as they want. We just want them to be comfortable and enjoy themselves. With such a large guest list, we do not have enough prom dresses or menswear to offer up, but we can suggest checking yard sales, Goodwill, Facebook marketplace, friends and family, etc.).

You will be asked on the registration form about any allergies or aversions (food, pet, latex, other). We will also have you note it directly on your guest’s nametag at check in. Potential food allergy information will be posted at the dinner buffet for all menu items and buddies will be reminded to double check. We will have some therapy pets on campus but interaction with them is up to each guest’s comfort level and allergy concerns. Please note that there WILL be latex balloons onsite as decorations and for the balloon drop.

Yes! We will have a specially decorated wheelchair accessible van for guests.  They will travel the same limo route and get dropped off at the red carpet.  We do require that the parent/caregiver assist with loading, riding with, and unloading the guest prior to enjoying the VIP space.

No. Anyone ages 14 and up can volunteer as long as they pre-register and consent to a mandatory background check. No walk-up volunteers are permitted the night of the dance for safety and security.

• BUDDY - Be someone’s ‘tour guide’ and experience all the activities of this very special night! You will accompany a prom guest throughout the evening, providing companionship and any assistance they may need during the event. **Keep in mind that no matter what role you select, YOU MAY BE ASSIGNED AS A BUDDY DEPENDING ON NEED. Every registered prom guest has to have a buddy. This is the most crucial volunteer role (and honestly, the most fun) that must be filled before all others!
• GREETER - Help welcome guests as they come onto the campus with signs and smiles! This team will switch to paparazzi once the event begins.
• VIP PARENT/CAREGIVER TEAM - Minister to the family members and caretakers of our special guests by escorting them to their own space to enjoy a break for the evening. You may also help serve dinner and refill drink stations.
• PAPARAZZI – Cheer on our guests as they exit the limo and walk the red carpet. We need enthusiastic and friendly faces to make our guests feel honored and celebrated!
• GUEST FOOD - Help set up, serve, and refill the dinner, dessert, and beverage stations throughout the night.
• SENSORY ROOM – Assist guests who may become over-stimulated on the dance floor or in other areas of the prom. Help them relax as they enjoy soft music and calming activities.

You will be asked on the registration form to select your top 2 choices. We will do our best to accommodate your preference, but we cannot guarantee you a specific role.

Yes . . . if you are a FIRST TIME volunteer, you are REQUIRED to come to an in-person orientation the week prior to the event. We want you to be fully informed about your role, activities in the buildings, and flow of the night so that you can best serve our honored guests. There is a list of orientation options in the registration for you to select from.

No . . . if you’ve volunteered at Night to Shine at Radiant Church in years prior, you do not have to attend an in-person orientation. You will receive a short email prior to the event with some refreshers and updates that I’d highly recommend reading through so you’re ready to serve!

This is a special night, so we ask that your attire reflects that . . . it is up to you how dressy you want to get!

• Ladies: At a minimum, wear dress pants with a blouse (no Tshirts or blue jeans). Skirts or dresses would be completely appropriate for this night but please remember to dress modestly! You will very busy throughout the night with our guests so please keep in mind the length of your skirt and hem of your neckline.
• Gentlemen: Please wear dress pants or nice black jeans with a polo or button up shirt (no T-shirts or blue jeans).

There is no childcare for this event.

You will need to eat prior to the event which allows us to maximize our catering budget for guests and their families.  We will have water available throughout the evening.