Volunteer Rewards Program
Grow. Shine. Lead the Flock.
At Visit San Antonio, our volunteers are the heartbeat of every River Walk event — from the bright blooms of Day of the Dead to the twinkling magic of the Holiday River Parade. To celebrate your time, energy, and dedication, we’ve created a new recognition program that rewards your commitment all year long.
How It Works
Every hour you serve earns you points toward exciting milestones and exclusive recognition opportunities.
- 1 hour = 1 point
- Day of the Dead River Parade: earn double points
- Holiday River Parade: earn triple points
- Create your volunteer profile: bonus points
- Refer a friend: bonus points
- Volunteer at multiple events in a row: streak bonus
Your points automatically track in the volunteer portal, so the more you give, the more you grow!
River Bloom
0–24 points
You’re just getting started! River Blooms are the volunteers who bring new energy and excitement to our team. Each hour you give helps our events flourish — and sets you on the path toward even greater rewards.
Tagline: Grow where the river flows.
Cypress Gem
25–49 points
Cypress Gems are our steady, reliable volunteers — rooted in service and dedicated to keeping our events thriving year-round. Their consistency and teamwork make every celebration shine.
Tagline: Rooted in service, shining with heart.
Top Duck
50+ points
Top Ducks are the leaders of the flock — volunteers who go above and beyond to make a difference at the River Walk. From guiding teams to taking on major event roles, they help keep the current flowing strong.
Tagline: Lead the flock. Make a splash.
Keep Earning, Keep Growing
The more points you earn, the closer you get to special recognition, exclusive experiences, and limited-edition volunteer rewards announced throughout the year.
Whether you’re starting as a River Bloom, growing into a Cypress Gem, or soaring as a Top Duck — every hour you give helps make San Antonio shine a little brighter.
