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16th Annual Unite for Bleeding Disorders, 5K Run, and Cornhole Tournament
ORGANIZATION: Western Pennsylvania Chapter of the National Hemophilia Foundation
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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2 people are interested
The Unite for Bleeding Disorders Walk brings our community together. It unites families with bleeding disorders and chapters with family, friends, neighbors and coworkers to support important programs and services to help people with hemophilia, von Willebrand disease, and other rare bleeding disorders in our community.
We need your help! On Saturday, September 21 2024, nearly 350 runners, walkers, and cornhole players will join us for our annual Run for Their Lives 5K, Unite for Bleeding Disorders Walk, and Annual Cornhole Tournament at the North Park Swimming Pool in Allison Park, PA. Participants will run and walk to raise critical funds and awareness for the bleeding disorders community.
Volunteers are needed to assist with set-up and clean-up, check in the participants, manage the parking lot, hand out t-shirts and give away bags, hand out water, manage food giveaways, and sell tickets to the raffle.
The Unite for Bleeding Disorders Walk will take place at the North Park Swimming Pool located on S. Ridge Drive in Allison Park, PA 15101.
Set up - Arrive at 5:30 am - 7:30 am - Help set up tables, chairs, and signage.
Run Registration & Check-In - Arrive at 7:30am - 8:30 am - Help register onsite individuals and check-in already registered individuals.
Photographer - Arrive at 8:00am - 12:00 pm - Capture candid moments and important parts of the day. Must have own equipment and share all rights to photos after the event.
Race Water - Arrive at 8:00am - 11:00 am - Stand along the race route to direct runners and walkers and pass out water to the runners and walkers.
Race Medals - Arrive at 8:15am - 10:00 am - Hand out race medals to runners as they cross the finish line.
Basket Raffles & Food Table - Arrive at 8:30am - 11:00 am - Sell tickets for the Chinese auction. Help set up food table and make sure area is kept clean.
Walk Registration & Check-In - Arrive at 8:30am - 10:00 am - Help register onsite individuals and check in already registered individuals.
Unite Table - Arrive at 8:30am - 10:30 am - Organize and pass out Unite t-shirt, bags, and swag.
Clean up & Break Down Crew - Arrive by 11:30 am - 1:00 pm - Help break down tables and chairs, clean up, and load up truck.
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About Western Pennsylvania Chapter of the National Hemophilia Foundation
Location:
20411 Route 19, Unit 14, Cranberry Township, PA 16066, US
Mission Statement
WPCNHF strives to enrich the lives of those with bleeding disorders in Western Pennsylvania and respond to the needs of the community in a dynamic environment.
Description
WPCNHF is part of a larger umbrella organization - National Hemophilia Foundation (NHF). Established in 1948, NHF is the premier organization in the U.S. serving the bleeding and clotting disorders community. For sixty years, NHF continues to be a vital resource for prevention education and provides a network of support for the estimated 3 million Americans living with bleeding disorders and their families.
At our local chapter, WPCNHF assists families and individuals through a variety of programs and services including peer support groups, emergency financial assistance, advocacy, support for summer camps and educational programs to stay informed. It is our goal to promote opportunities for people who have a bleeding disorder to lead normal, productive lives. We invite you to visit our web site at www.wpcnhf.org to view our many programs & services.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
9901 South Ridge DriveAllison Park, PA 15044
DATE POSTED
June 10, 2024
SKILLS
- Customer Service
- Transactions
- Journalism
- Fundraising
- Community Outreach
- Storytelling
GOOD FOR
- Kids
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 14
- You are welcome to volunteer for as much time as you are able to! We would love to have all day or even for a portion of the day. Please let us know how long you plan to volunteer so we can ensure we have enough coverage.
- This volunteering event is family friendly! All children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult in-order to help them with the tasks, etc.