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Susan G. Komen for the Cure is about people - people who choose to do something to make a difference. Over 100,000 people across the world volunteer for their local Affiliate. The Sacramento Valley Affiliate is proud of their community and the work that our volunteers have done and continue to do for us. Please join us to make breast cancer awareness and education a priority here for everyone in our community. Sign up to volunteer with us today! There are four general categories of volunteer opportunities:
Komen Race for the Cure®:
The Komen Sacramento Race for the Cure® is the largest fundraising event for our local Affiliate, having raised $12 million since its inception in 1997. Last year, our total number of participants was 24,500. To pull it off, we need hundreds of volunteers like you to help us out with the planning, preparation, and Race day logistics for this monumental event. Volunteers do everything from registering Race participants, selling Komen merchandise, putting together box lunches for Race participants, and assisting Affiliate staff with general office duties. There is an on-going race committee that has some openings if you desire to be in on the planning and production of the Race.
Health Fairs, Expos and Special Events:
These occur throughout the calendar year and are for those interested in talking to the public and representing the Komen Organization at public events, which may include the KCRA Health & Fitness Expo, The BMW Ultimate Drive, WNBA Breast Health Awareness night, RiverCats "Swing for the Cure®", etc. This type of volunteer opportunity is open to all ages, and group sizes. See our events calendar for upcoming volunteer opportunities.
Speaker's Bureau:
As our local Affiliate increases in visibility in our community, many different organizations throughout the year invite representatives from Komen to come speak to them or appear at an event they are hosting. Topics range from personal experiences, general history of Komen, and information on breast cancer. Additional training and education will be provided for those interested in representing Komen. Sometimes, this just involves going to an event, collecting a donation, and saying a few words about Komen. This type of volunteer opportunity is available to adults only and requires Speaker's Bureau training. Contact our office (916) 492-6474 or info@komensacramento.org if you are interested in attending our training.
Affiliate Office:
Throughout the year, the Affiliate has needs in the office that volunteers can help us fulfill. Examples of duties would be assistance with mailing, filing, bookkeeping, special projects and answering the phone. This opportunity is open to all, but might sometimes be restricted to adult volunteers. Contact our office if you would like to volunteer at info@komensacramento.org or call (916) 492-6474. |
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Volunteer Today!
The Sacramento Valley Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure relies heavily on its dedicated and passionate volunteers to help carry out its promise and programs. Komen volunteers are our ambassadors to the world who carry the powerful message of the Organization and its work into their communities. They help strengthen existing programs, add new programs, seek funds and resources, add specialized skills and talents, and increase public awareness about breast cancer.
Volunteer for the Affiliate
To register as a Sacramento Valley Affiliate Komen volunteer, you must first complete both a Volunteer Profile form and a Volunteer Release form. When both have been returned to the Sacramento Komen office, you will be contacted when opportunities arise that fit your interest via email or phone.
Volunteer for the Race
To volunteer for Race Day positions and Pre-Race events, please complete both a Race Volunteer Profile form and a Race Volunteer Release form (Forms will be available in February 2007). When both have been returned to the Sacramento Komen office, we will contact you with more details via email or phone.
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