Run for the Cure - Hope Lead - Sudbury

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ORGANIZATION: Canadian Cancer Society - Ontario

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Volunteers are the community drivers in every Run location in Canada. Together with a committee of like-minded individuals, you will raise funds for breast cancer research and support programs through the Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure. Planning and organizing the Run takes time, passion and creative thinking. In partnership with volunteers and staff, you will be part of something truly extraordinary in your community. Although this is a national event, local success depends on volunteers like you. With your community insight, you will raise awareness, encourage participation, and drive fundraising results.

What’s Involved:

As the Hope Lead you will create relationships with local groups that support people living with or beyond cancer, and people who have faced cancer and have previously participated in the Run. You will work with your Sponsorship Lead to source, draws/giveaways or services for Run day. You will be responsible for sourcing a speaker who will inspire hope, organizing an activity to honour people who are living with and beyond cancer, creating the layout for the hope tent/area. You will ensure a memorable and engaging experience at the CIBC Run for the Cure for people who have experienced cancer.

Time Commitment:

  • Monthly committee meetings from May to July and biweekly in August and September
  • Weekly tasks averaging 3-5 hours per week depending on the scope of tasks and time of year
  • Attendance and leadership role at Run events/opportunities leading up to & including Run Day
  • In person availability for Run Day and for two days prior

The ideal Hope Lead is/has:

  • The ability to work independently and as a member of a team
  • Passionate about building relationships and hearing the stories on why people participate
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Regular access to a computer
You will gain and experience:
  • Contributing to the organization’s vision of creating a world where no Canadian fears cancer.
  • Planning and communicating with participants and potential supporters
  • Working collaboratively with volunteers in the community

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About Canadian Cancer Society - Ontario

Location:

55 St. Clair Avenue West, Suite 500, Toronto, ON M4V 2Y7, CA

Mission Statement

At the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS), our vision is a world where no one fears cancer. With the support of our volunteers and donors, we improve and save lives by taking a comprehensive approach to our work against more than 100 types of cancer. CCS funds research, provides services to those living with cancer, advocates on important cancer-related issues and educates and empowers people to make healthy choices.

Description

At the Canadian Cancer Society, we are committed to improving and saving lives. That’s why we are always looking for new ways to prevent cancer, find it early and treat it more successfully. It’s why we’re always ready to give people with cancer the help and support they need to lead more fulfilling lives.

We set ourselves apart from other cancer charities by taking a comprehensive approach against cancer. We are also the only national charity that supports all Canadians living with all cancers across the country.

CAUSE AREAS

Community
Health & Medicine
Women
Community, Health & Medicine, Women

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

Sudbury & District Community Office1780 Regent Street NorthSudbury, ON P3E 3Z8Canada

(46.454212,-81.00493)
 

DATE POSTED

August 5, 2020

SKILLS

  • Fundraising
  • Community Outreach
  • Networking
  • Relationship Building

GOOD FOR

N/A

REQUIREMENTS

  • Driver's License Needed
  • Must be at least 19
  • Orientation or Training
  • CIBC Run for the Cure takes place Sunday October 4, 2020. The Hope Lead will devote 10 - 20 hours per month to promoting the event locally and connecting with breast cancer survivors to encourage participation.
  • The successful candidate will have experience planning and delivering community events, have good community connections, and be willing to contact breast cancer survivors to invite their participation in Run for the Cure.

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