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The White Suiter

Nicknamed "White Suiters" because of the distinctive white uniform they wear, the volunteer members of the Pasadena Tournament of Roses are community-spirited men and women who give up their evenings, weekends and holidays to ensure the success of the Rose Parade and Rose Bowl Game. 

Membership

Thank you for your interest in our association. We are a nonprofit organization made up of volunteers dedicated to staging the Rose Parade and Rose Bowl Game to the delight of millions of parade and game viewers and for the benefit of Pasadena area communities.


We welcome all eligible candidates for membership, who are willing and able to diligently give their time to promoting and producing the world's greatest floral pageant and The Granddaddy of All Bowl Games®.


As a new member you should anticipate spending about 40 hours per year on committee work, mostly during the last few weeks of each year. Before applying, please note that we expect you will make this a long-term commitment and that, if accepted as a member, you will be required to:

  • Pay annual dues of $55-100, depending on member level
  • Purchase a white suit and accessories (approximately $300 to $400)
  • Participate in several assignments throughout the year
  • Work on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day


In addition, it is hoped you will:

  • Participate in the work of the other committees who may need additional personnel from time to time
  • Support Tournament of Roses membership activities

Unfortunately, we cannot represent that applying assures membership, as there are more applicants than openings each year.


Membership Criteria

Some major factors considered by the Tournament of Roses Membership Committee in selecting new members:

  • Two reference letters from persons who may or may not be Tournament of Roses members
  • Location of employment or residence must be within 15 miles of Pasadena City Hall
  • Must be 21 years of age and not more than 64 years of age prior to the third Thursday in January in the calendar year
  • Be prepared to work New Year's Eve and New Year's Day
  • Reputation for integrity, reliability, dependability, commitment and dedication
  • Ability to devote the time and effort to perform the designated task at the time required
  • Interest in volunteering/commitment to community service, as evidenced by involvement in professional, civic, service, political and community organizations
  • Applicant's statement of reason for wishing to join the Tournament of Roses

To request an application, please email Katie McFadden, Director of Membership Services at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).