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Help fight diabetes! Volunteer for the New England Tour de Cure cycling event!

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ORGANIZATION: American Diabetes Association - New England Tour de Cure

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The American Diabetes Association's Tour de Cure depends on volunteers like you to help the event run smoothly and make it an unforgettable experience for riders! You can find detailed listings on our Volunteer Sign Up site:

http://signup.com/go/NETdC25volunteer

Here is a listing of the various volunteer opportunities you will find:

Event set up the day before the Tour

Check-In Area - Welcomes the riders, helps check them in and get them out on the route.

Food/Water Areas - Make sure riders are fueled properly with breakfast, lunch and lots of water!

Safety & Security - Help riders get on their way quickly and easily by helping with areas such as car and bike parking.

SAG (Support And Gear vehicles) - Drive the route to look for any riders needing assistance. Helps riders with mechanical problems and transports tired riders to the finish if necessary.

Medical - Treats injuries as necessary. We're looking for EMTs, RNs and others with a medical background to be stationed at our rest stops along routes and at the start/finish

Mechanical Support - Provides bicycle repairs and inspections for the riders.

Motorcycle Escort - Monitors route activity, cruises the course looking for any riders needing assistance, and tracks the first and last riders on the course.

Ride Ambassadors - These are experienced cyclists who serve as an example of safe riding and offer support and guidance to riders.

Rest Stop - Serves refreshments and offers support, encouragement and lots of cheering!

On Route Support -- Located at key locations on routes to guide and encourage riders.

Finish line - Cheers riders in after completing their day, serves refreshments and distributes T-shirts.

3 Shifts

  • Sun Aug 17, 2025 - 06:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST - Spots available: 10+
    Shift times and openings are approximate. Visit http://signup.com/go/NETdC25volunteer for details.
  • Sun Aug 17, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 01:00 PM EST - Spots available: 10+
    Shift times are approximate. Visit http://signup.com/go/NETdC25volunteer for details.
  • Sun Aug 17, 2025 - 01:00 PM to 05:00 PM EST - Spots available: 10+
    Shift times are approximate. Visit http://signup.com/go/NETdC25volunteer for details.
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About American Diabetes Association - New England Tour de Cure

Location:

Lexington Labs, 10 Maguire Road, Lexington, MA 02421, US

Mission Statement

To prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes.

Description

Our mission is to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes.

We lead the fight against the deadly consequences of diabetes and fight for those affected--by diabetes.

  • We fund research to prevent, cure and manage diabetes.
  • We deliver services to hundreds of communities.
  • We provide objective and credible information.
  • We give voice to those denied their rights because of diabetes.

CAUSE AREAS

Community
Health & Medicine
Sports & Recreation
Community, Health & Medicine, Sports & Recreation

WHEN

Sun Aug 17, 2025
06:00 AM - 05:00 PM
This opportunity has 3 shifts

WHERE

10 Maguire RoadLexington, MA 02421

(42.47155,-71.2621)
 

SKILLS

  • Event Management
  • First Aid / CPR
  • Customer Service
  • Food Service
  • CSR / Volunteer Coordination
  • Bicycling

GOOD FOR

  • Teens
  • People 55+
  • Public Groups

REQUIREMENTS

  • This is a Done in a Day opportunity and there is no prior training or ongoing commitment needed.
  • Must be at least 14
  • Orientation or Training
  • Volunteer shifts range from 4 to 8 hours depending on role
  • Flexibility is key as volunteer roles may shift depending on needs as the event progresses

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