Join a dynamic Fundraising Committee for the Alzheimer's Association, West Texas Chapter
ORGANIZATION: Alzheimer's Association, West Texas Chapter
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We are looking for passionate committee members for The Longest Day (TLD), our annual "do-it-yourself" fundraising program!
The volunteer's role for TLD includes all or some of the following: attending monthly committee meetings (currently all virtual), making phone calls to participants, writing thank you cards, reaching out to connections, assisting with marketing of events, participating on the TLD social media pages, fundraising etc. Your Alzheimer's Association staff partner supports you throughout the program and is very flexible and happy to tailor your volunteer experience around your interests and schedule. We are currently 100% remote.
Ideal volunteers would have some of these traits: Enjoy connecting with people, enthusiastic, passionate about ending Alzheimer's, creative, comfortable talking on the phone and a willingness to participate in or co-host events.
Monthly commitment: Approximately 2-4 hours per month. This will vary depending on the month, and as mentioned above, our staff partner is very flexible with what works for you. While TLD is on June 20th, we like working with volunteers year round. The commitment begins in January 2021 and goes through the end of August 2021.
More opportunities with Alzheimer's Association, West Texas Chapter
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About Alzheimer's Association, West Texas Chapter
Location:
4601 50th Street, Suite 216, Lubbock, TX 79414, US
Mission Statement
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
The Alzheimer's Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research.
We provide information, education and support:If you need to talk, our toll-free 24/7 Helpline provides reliable information, referrals and support in multiple languages. Call us anytime at 1.800.272.3900.
From coast to coast, our local chapters are in your community, providing core services to families and professionals, including information and referral, support groups, care consultation, education and safety services.
Our volunteers have been, and continue to be, critical to expanding our reach across communities nationwide to provide care and support to those impacted by Alzheimer’s and other dementia related diseases. By working together, we are moving closer to our vision of a world without Alzheimer’s disease.
If you are interested in volunteering please contact Leyna Ford at lrford@alz.org or 940-231-0372.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
4601 50th StreetSuite 216Lubbock, TX 79414
DATE POSTED
December 28, 2020
SKILLS
- Public Relations
- Professional Development
- Fundraising
- Community Outreach
- Networking
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 2-4 Hours Per Month
- Great at collaboration and working independently, self-starter, experience in fundraising helpful.