Race to Cure Sarcoma Philadelphia 5K

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The Race to Cure Sarcoma (RTCS) is the premier 5K Run/Walk series in the United States, focused on raising awareness and important research funds for sarcoma. Sarcoma is a rare cancer found in adults and nearly 20% of all childhood cancers. Through the Race to Cure Sarcoma events, sarcoma patients, survivors, caregivers, medical professionals, and people who have lost a loved one, all come together as a community to support innovative research for better treatments and an end to sarcoma.

Join our movement to help people impacted by sarcoma. Sign up as a volunteer to support the Sarcoma Foundation of America (SFA), in one of the following key areas:

• Registration:  Greet participants as they arrive at the registration tent. Assist with distribution of the race bibs and handing out t-shirts to pre-registered participants.
• Course Marshals: Assist with directing participants. Volunteers are positioned along the course to provide safety for the runners/walkers from automobiles, bikes, and other participants.
• Finish Line: Cheer and encourage participants as they cross the finish line. Hand out finisher medals to participants.
• Water Stations:  Set up water station tables. Hand out water to participants along the course and at the finish line.
• SFA Tent : Pass out information on the Sarcoma Foundation. Manage giveaway items for participants.
• Set-Up and Tear Down:  Assist SFA staff with setting up registration, booths, etc., including cleaning up the event area, removing trash, and packing up supplies.

Requirements :

• Must be at least 15 years of age.
• Able to lift 10-25 lbs. and stand for 3-4 hours at a time.
• Commit to a volunteer shift of 4 hours.

Why Volunteer?

Volunteers are very important to our organization, and we hope you will join us! Volunteering your time or energy can have amazing benefits:

• Volunteering gives you the chance to meet new people.
• Volunteering with family members or friends can also provide an opportunity to spend meaningful time with those people.
• Volunteering can provide an increased sense of purpose as well as accomplishment.

As a volunteer, you will also receive the following:

• Volunteer T-Shirt
• Volunteer Swag Bag
• Credit for volunteer hours (if needed)
• An opportunity to connect with people in your local community and learn more about the Sarcoma Foundation of America!