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14 people are interested
Outgoing Volunteers Needed to End Alzheimer's in Sacramento
ORGANIZATION: Alzheimer's Association, Northern CA and Northern NV
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14 people are interested
Over 5.3 million Americans are suffering from Alzheimer's disease and that number is going to triple in the next 10 years unless an effective treatment or cure can be found. If you're outgoing and energetic, you can help the Alzheimer's Association turn the tide by helping with our fundraising and outreach efforts. We will provide you with all the training you need to be successful!
Projects can include the following:
- Represent the Association at health fairs and community events
- Follow-up phone calls for programs and events
- Solicit in-kind donations
- Coordinate advertising efforts with local radio stations and newspapers
- Solicit in-kind donations
- Social media campaigns
- Help recruit other volunteers for events and fundraising Teams.
- Energetic, outgoing, and positive outlook
- Enjoys meeting and speaking to the public
- Excellent phone and written communication skills
- Basic computer and internet search skills, including Word, Excel, Google apps
- Familiarity with social media.
- Able to represent the Alzheimer's Assocation in a professional manner
- Dependability and ability to work independently a must
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About Alzheimer's Association, Northern CA and Northern NV
Location:
2290 N. First Street, Suite 101, San Jose, CA 95131, US
Mission Statement
The Alzheimer's Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer care, support and research. Our mission: To eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Our vision, A world without Alzheimer's disease.
Description
We provide programs and support services for patients, families, caregivers, and others in the San Francisco Bay Area affected by Alzheimer's disease and related disorders. Outside the federal government, the Alzheimer's Association is the largest research funder in the country and offers advocacy opportunities to make public policy change.
At the Alzheimer's Association, diversity and inclusion are vital to our mission. The Association leads strategic initiatives to support diversity and a culture of inclusivity. These strategic initiatives also strengthen outreach to all populations, providing communities with resources and support to address the Alzheimer’s crisis. By partnering with organizations locally and nationally to advance diversity and inclusion, the Association can broaden its reach in all communities.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1455 Response Rd #190Sacramento, CA 95815
DATE POSTED
March 23, 2017
SKILLS
- Networking
- People Skills
- Sales Coaching & Training
- Public Relations
- Sales Marketing
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 21
- Minimum 4 hours per week in the office
- Parts of the opportunity can be virtual or from home