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5 people are interested
Alzheimer's Association- Volunteer Committee Opportunity
ORGANIZATION: Alzheimer's Association National Capital Area Chapter
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5 people are interested
Alzheimer's Association Mission: 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. The Alzheimer's Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research.
Our Vision: A world without Alzheimer's disease.
We are looking for passionate committee members for The Longest Day (TLD), our annual "do-it-yourself" fundraising program! Help us fight the darkness of Alzheimer's and all other dementia by doing some you love and tacking on a fundraising component to it!The volunteer's role for TLD includes all or some of the following: attending monthly committee meetings (currently virtual), making phone calls to participants, writing thank you cards, reaching out to your network and making connections, assisting with marketing of events, participating and sharing the TLD social media pages with your networks, fundraising on your own, 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, passionate about ending Alzheimer's, enthusiastic, creative, strong network in the DMV, graphic design, promoter on Facebook and other social media, comfortable talking on the phone and a willingness to participate in or co-host events.
Monthly commitment: Approximately 3-4 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. Volunteering begins in November 2021 and goes through the end of August 2022.
Check out this video to learn more! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0pJvzAlNWao
*Feel free to reach out to TLD Manager, Carrie Myatt at cemyatt@alz.org for more information*
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About Alzheimer's Association National Capital Area Chapter
Location:
8180 Greensboro Dr, Suite 400, McLean, VA 22102, US
Mission Statement
The Alzheimer's Association is the world's leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research. As part of a nationwide network of chapters, the Alzheimer's Association National Capital Area Chapter provides care and support to people with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias and their families and caregivers in the District of Columbia, five counties in suburban and Southern Maryland and eleven counties in Northern Virginia. For more than 30 years, we have provided reliable information and care consultation; created supportive services for families; increased funding for dementia research; and influenced changes in public policy. The Alzheimer's Association National Capital Area Chapter is a tax-exempt, 501(c)(3) nonprofit, donor-supported organization.
Description
The National Capital Area Chapter is affiliated with the national Alzheimer's Association, headquarted in Chicago. We serve persons with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders, their families, caregivers,professionals and communities in Northern Virginia, suburban Maryland and Washington, DC through support, counseling information, referrals, education, advocacy and research.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Multiple locations McLean, VA 22102
DATE POSTED
November 17, 2021
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- 3-4 hours a month