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13 people are interested
Spread Hope - Become a Van Andel Institute Tour Guide!
ORGANIZATION: Purple Community - Van Andel Institute
Please visit the new page to apply.
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13 people are interested
Are you passionate about cancer or Parkinson’s disease research?
Are you enthusiastic about innovative science education programs?
Do you want to share your time and your talent with Van Andel Institute?
Join Angel Corps today!
Angel Corps is Van Andel Institute’s volunteer program. Volunteers serve as "docents" for the facility and conduct tours for visitors. You do not need previous experience to be an Angel Corps volunteer. All that’s required is a great attitude!
Volunteers receive insider status at Van Andel Institute. You have the opportunity to meet scientists who are studying cancer and Parkinson’s disease and get the fast track on the latest research and education news.
Contact us today or register at www.vai.org/volunteer.
More opportunities with Purple Community - Van Andel Institute
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Purple Community - Van Andel Institute
Location:
333 BOSTWICK AVE NE, GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503, US
Mission Statement
Purple Community is Van Andel Institute’s grassroots community awareness and fundraising program that connects individuals, schools, teams, and businesses to the resources needed to join the fight against cancer and neurodegenerative diseases. When you fundraise through Purple Community, your efforts go farther. Thanks to a generous endowment from Jay and Betty Van Andel, every dollar of every donation goes directly to the cause - that’s 100% HOPE!
Description
Van Andel Institute (VAI) is an independent biomedical research and science education organization committed to improving the health and enhancing the lives of current and future generations. Established by Jay and Betty Van Andel in 1996 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, VAI has grown into a premiere research and educational institution that supports the work of more than 360 scientists, educators and staff.
Van Andel Research Institute(VARI), the research division of VAI, is dedicated to determining the epigenetic, genetic, molecular and cellular origins of cancer, Parkinson’s and other diseases and translating those findings into effective therapies. The Institute’s scientists work in on-site laboratories and participate in collaborative partnerships that span the globe.
Purple Communityis Van Andel Institute’s grassroots community awareness and fundraising program that connects individuals, schools, teams and companies that want to join the fight against cancer and neurodegenerative diseases to the resources needed for action.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
333 Bostwick Ave NEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
DATE POSTED
June 16, 2015
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 2-4 hours per month