Alzheimer's Association Walk Planning Committee-New Richmond

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The Alzheimer's Association, Wisconsin Chapter is a non-profit voluntary health organization that focuses on care, support and research for Alzheimer's disease.

The Wisconsin Chapter is one of over 70 Alzheimer’s Association chapters serving communities across the United States. We provide services to an estimated 300,724 Wisconsinites with Alzheimer’s as well as their caregivers; advocate for policy change and research funding; and advance toward prevention and a cure.

We are making strides towards our vision of a world without Alzheimer’s, but there is much work to do. Please join us and help us be an unstoppable force again this disease! Find the role that’s the best fit for you at alz.org/wisconsin/volunteer

Millions of Americans are impacted by Alzheimer’s disease, and you can do something to help by becoming an Alzheimer’s Association volunteer. Our ability to reach and support those affected depends on people like you who are dedicated to the fight against this disease. As an Association volunteer, you can use your unique talents to make a meaningful impact in your community while connecting with others who share your passion. Find the role that’s the best fit for you!

The health and safety of our constituents, volunteers and staff remain our driver as we address the COVID-19 outbreak and as we continue to pursue our mission. Based on the guidance from local public health agencies, all Wisconsin staff are working remotely and all volunteer positions are virtual. We will re-evaluate these measures on an ongoing basis and resume in person engagements as soon as we are able, based on public health guidelines.

Walk to End Alzheimer’s Planning Committee

Committees are comprised of business and community leaders that use their organizational and networking skills to grow the movement to end Alzheimer’s disease. Each committee, led by an event chair and co-chair, include subcommittees that focus on team recruitment, sponsorship, team retention, marketing, advocacy, mission, and logistics.

Open Walk Planning Committee Positions:

Walk to End Alzheimer’s Event Co-Chair

The Event Co-Chair assists the Event Chair with recruiting, training, and leading the committee while focusing on reaching Walk goals. This position supports and enhances the Event Chair’s role and can step in when the Event Chair is unable to attend a meeting, event, or activity.

Sponsorship Chair

The Sponsorship Chair serves as the primary lead for recruiting new sponsors to the event, as well as strengthening relationships with existing ones. This position will assemble a subcommittee that will identify opportunities to engage with the business community in the mission of the Alzheimer’s Association and participate in the Walk To End Alzheimer’s.

Team Recruitment Chair

The Team Recruitment Chair serves as the primary lead for recruiting new Walk teams and executing the Corporate team Kickoff. This position will assemble a subcommittee that can recruit new teams from all sectors of the community with a focus on corporate teams. They will also provide fundraising guidance to new Team Captains.

Team Retention Chair

The Team Retention Chair serves as the primary lead for retaining prior Walk teams and increasing the team retention rate. This position will assemble a subcommittee that will make Team Captains feel supported and important by implementing the Team Captain Engagement Plan. They also are responsible for organizing and planning both the Past Team Registration Event and Walk Celebration Party.

Marketing and Outreach Chair

The Marketing and Outreach Chair serves as the primary lead for creating awareness of the disease through promotion of Walk to End Alzheimer’s. This position will assemble a subcommittee to build public awareness of Walk through local media outlets, social media, and grassroots marketing efforts.

Logistics Chair

The Logistics Chair Serves as the primary lead for all Walk-day logistical needs. This position will assemble a subcommittee to ensure that all event day components, including the start/finish line, opening ceremony and walk route are well planned, and that participants have an excellent event experience from the parking lot to the finish line.



Contact Rachel Bachhuber at rebachhuber@alz.org or 715-861-6175 if interested in learning more.