🌍🎉 Volunteer Opportunity: 7th Annual International CultureFest 🎉🌍
Hosted by: Cultural Heritage Center of SWFL
In collaboration with: Fishermen’s Village, Punta Gorda
Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025

Time:

Set-up begins: 10:00 AM

Parade of Nations: 12:00 PM

Stage Performances: 1:00 – 5:00 PM

Vendor Take-down: 6:00 PM

Location: Fishermen’s Village, 1200 W Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda, FL 33950

Volunteer Time Commitment: Minimum 3 hours (flexible scheduling)

Event Coordinator Contact: Pearl Cruz-Morrison | (239) 771-9911

Celebrate culture, community, and connection by volunteering at the 7th Annual International CultureFest, a vibrant event that honors the rich diversity of Southwest Florida. Hosted by the Cultural Heritage Center of SWFL, this one-day festival features the Parade of Nations, multicultural dance performances, global cuisine, and artisan vendors from around the world.

Volunteers are needed for a variety of meaningful roles, including:

Stage production assistance

Vendor set-up and breakdown

Participation in the Parade of Nations

Photography and live social media streaming

This is a fun, immersive experience for FGCU students to engage with the community, develop cultural fluency, and support a more inclusive world.

✅ NACE Career Readiness Competencies:

Critical Thinking / Problem Solving

Teamwork / Collaboration

Global / Intercultural Fluency

🌐 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):

Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being

Goal 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions

🎓 FGCU Majors That Align with This Opportunity:

Communication

Education Majors

Integrated Studies

Political Science

Sociology

Anthropology

Public Health

Art

Theatre

This is more than just a festival — it's a powerful celebration of identity, unity, and cultural pride. FGCU students played a key role in last year’s event and were praised for their enthusiasm and engagement. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this meaningful community tradition!

📧 Sign up now by emailing chcpearlcruz@gmail.com with your name, mobile #, and availability.

Let’s make this year’s CultureFest unforgettable! 🎭🌎💃