Gutsy Walk Committee Member
Summary
Location
Sudbury, Simcoe, Collingwood, Grey Bruce, Muskoka, Gravenhurst, Bracebridge,Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
When
About This Opportunity
Gutsy Walk Committee Member
Gutsy Walk is Crohn’s and Colitis Canada’s signature national fundraising event celebrated on the first Sunday of June each year. Thousands of people across Canada come together on one day to raise money to advance medical research and improve the lives of Canadians who are affected by these diseases.
Responsibilities:
- Adhere to Crohn’s and Colitis Canada policies and procedures, including the Volunteer Code of Conduct
- Collaborate with a team of other volunteers to plan and promote your local Gutsy Walk.
- Act as a role model by registering for Gutsy Walk and supporting fundraising, directly or indirectly (by sharing new ideas and leads, doing your own fundraising, promoting the event amongst your networks.
We’re looking for volunteers to support their local Gutsy Walk in the following ways:
Community Outreach – inspire people to sign-up for and participate in our Gutsy Walk Media Relations – connect with local media outlets to promote the Gutsy Walk
Social Media – raise awareness about Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis and the Gutsy Walk through social media
Corporate Sponsorship – engage with local businesses to promote donations of sponsorship and gifts in kind
Stewardship – build relationships with Gutsy Walk participants and encourage engagement
Time commitment:
- Approximately 4-8 hours a month including monthly committee meetings, with additional meetings leading up to event day and a post-event wrap up meeting
- Some daytime availability is ideal for distributing promotional materials, making phone calls and responding to emails
- Evening and weekend availability may be required for stakeholder engagement
What you bring:
- An Interest in exploring the best ways to make your local Gutsy Walk a success
- Strong networking skills and the willingness to connect with new people over email or the phone
- Interest in inspiring people to take part in Gutsy Walk
- Comfortable approaching businesses and local media to secure partnerships, sponsorships and coverage
- Familiarity with social media and online promotion
- Collaboration and teamwork skills
What we offer:
- A community of support, a dedicated staff partner, a team of peers and role-specific training
- An opportunity to use and grow professional skills and expand your network
- A hands-on chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people living with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis in your community
Crohn’s and Colitis Canada commits to supporting you in your role and providing an engaging volunteer experience. Your feedback is appreciated - volunteer@crohnsandcolitis.ca
Volunteer Requirements
Whether you meet these requirements or not, we encourage you to share your interest in us. You may still be a fit for a different opportunity with our organization.
- Access to car
- Comfortable commuting to opportunity location
- Minimum Age
- Completed profile on VolunteerSuccess.com