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7 people are interested
Holiday Blood Drive--- Calling all Volunteers!!
ORGANIZATION: The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society - Illinois Region
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7 people are interested
Light the Night, Holiday Blood Drive Volunteer
Department/Program: Light the Night
Staff Partner: Anna Baniak, Sr. Manager, LTN--- Corporate Relationships
Overview: With the holiday season here, tis the season for giving! The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society has teamed up with Heartland Blood Centers for a blood drive during their 12 Days of Giving. Help us give the gift of life, to those needing lifesaving blood transfusions!
Responsibilities:
- Man tables/booths throughout the mall
- Invite shoppers to join the blood drive & answer any questions they may have
- Register new and returning blood donors
- Lead them to the blood donation location
Specific Skills or Qualifications:
- Good communication skills
- Outgoing and friendly demeanor
- Must be comfortable walking for extended periods of time
- Must be 18+ years old
Training/Orientation Provided:
- LLS staff will train you on each of the tasks, and will be available for any questions.
Hours: This is a one-time event on Monday December 21, 2015.
- Shift 1-- 11:00am- 3:30pm
- Shift 2-- 3:30pm-8:00pm.
Impact: The Holiday Blood Drive volunteers will be assisting in Heartland Blood Centers expanding their network of donors, which increases the amount of blood donations that can save a life of blood cancer patients and more!
If interested in volunteering, please contact Danielle Cerve at Volunteer_ILC@lls.org or 312-568-7736
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About The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society - Illinois Region
Location:
954 W. Washington Blvd., Suite 305, Chicago, IL 60607, US
Mission Statement
The mission of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is: Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families. We work tirelessly to find cures and ensure patients can access the lifesaving treatments they need. When someone experiences the fear and uncertainty of a blood cancer diagnosis, we provide hope, compassion, education and support. Our impact is felt beyond blood cancer. The breakthrough treatments we helped advance for blood cancers are now improving the lives of people affected by many types of cancer.
Description
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Illinois Region serves Illinois residents who have been touched by blood cancers: leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma. Volunteers are our partners in this crusade to end cancer. Sign up to day to help us help people with blood cancer and their families, and become a part of the dedicated community at the heart of LLS.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
5 Woodfield MallSchaumburg, IL 60173
DATE POSTED
November 20, 2015
SKILLS
- Multi-Tasking
- People Skills
- Verbal / Written Communication
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- 4.5 hour shift
- Comfortable walking for extended periods of time.