- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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10 people are interested
Autism Speaks Atlanta 5k Committee
ORGANIZATION: Autism Speaks
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
-
10 people are interested
We're seeking passionate and engaged volunteers to join our 5k committee! This opportunity can be done fully online and within your area. We want to come up with some great new ideas for the Atlanta 5k as well as connect to the community to get the word out about our event.
About our 5k-
The Autism Speaks Atlanta 5k was established as a special fundraising event of Autism Speaks Georgia Chapter. This grassroots fundraiser is driven by volunteers and runners to help generate funds that fuel innovative research and make connections to critical lifelong support and services to support the diverse needs of the autism community.
More opportunities with Autism Speaks
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Autism Speaks
Location:
1060 State Road, 2nd Floor, Princeton, NJ 08540, US
Mission Statement
Autism Speaks is dedicated to promoting solutions, across the spectrum and throughout the life span, for the needs of individuals with autism and their families through advocacy and support; increasing understanding and acceptance of people with autism spectrum disorder; and advancing research into causes and better interventions for autism spectrum disorder and related conditions. Autism Speaks enhances lives today and is accelerating a spectrum of solutions for tomorrow.
Description
Autism Speaks was founded in February 2005 by Bob and Suzanne Wright, grandparents of a child with autism. Recognizing the need for a powerful voice Bernie Marcus donated $25 million to help financially launch the organization. Building upon the legacy of three leading autism organizations,Autism Coalition for Research & Education (ACRE),the National Alliance for Autism Research (NAAR) & Cure Autism Now (CAN), who merged with the organization, Autism Speaks has made extraordinary advancements in the autism community.Chief among these are increased global awareness of autism, better understanding of the breadth of the autism spectrum,& advocacy to increase research & access to care and support.
Today, Autism Speaks is dedicated to advancing research into causes and better treatments for autism spectrum disorders and related conditions both through direct funding and collaboration; increasing understanding & acceptance of autism spectrum disorders; & working toward solutions for the needs of individuals with autism & their families across the spectrum & life span through advocacy and support.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.
DATE POSTED
May 12, 2020
SKILLS
- Outdoor Recreation
- Advertising
- Fundraising
- Business Development
- Administrative Support
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- 3-10 hours per month for 6-9 months