Go-Getters Needed to Plan Relay for Life in Monroe/Trumbull

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The American Cancer Society Relay For Life brings people together from all walks of life with the common goal of eliminating cancer. No matter who you are, there’s a place for you. All talents and interests are welcome, so please join us today!

Committee members are needed for our Relay for Life event:

Team Development: Re-enlist veteran teams, recruit new teams and do presentations at team captain meetings.

Registration/Accounting: Help oversee the registration of participants and the tabulation of funds raised per individual/team. This is a great opportunity for bank tellers, accountants, etc.

Luminarias: Coordinate the luminaria ceremony; sell luminaria bags prior to and during the event, and instruct the teams on how to set them up around the track and in the grandstands at the Relay.

Setup & Logistics: Oversee the Relay facility and assist with the setup and cleanup of the site.

Survivors: Recruit cancer survivors and caregivers to participate in the Relay’s opening lap and other survivor celebration activities. Coordinate the survivor ceremony, reception and activities.

Food & Beverage: Secure donations of refreshments and beverages for the participants.

Entertainment: Arrange entertainment for the event consisting of music, games, activities, etc.

Public Relations/Media: Coordinate marketing and media coverage for the event; before, during and after.

Online: Oversee the Relay For Life online webpage, send out blast emails, upload pictures, and help Team Captains with their personal pages

Advocacy and Mission Delivery: Recruit Relay volunteers to join in grassroots efforts to change laws and public policies that affect state and federal cancer programs. Educate Relay volunteers about the American Cancer Society’s programs and services and healthy choices for living.

Business Sponsorship: Secure funding or underwriting donations from local companies and organizations.

Become a Team Captain: As a Team Captain, you are responsible for recruiting between 8 - 15 team members and making the connection between them and your local American Cancer Society office, you are the heart and soul of Relay For Life.

www.relayforlife.org/monroetrumbullct