Volunteer

Ours is a Volunteer-Staff partnership, unique in the annals of nonprofit organizations. Ultimately, it is the passion of our volunteers that sets JDRF's tone and agenda. This has been true since our founding in 1970 by the parents of children with juvenile (type 1) diabetes, who were determined to find a cure for this disease. Now we number tens of thousands of volunteers working through more than 100 Chapters, Branches, and Affiliates in the U.S. and around the world. Each event is made possible by its dedicated participants and volunteers, and we need your help. Please consider joining one or more of our event committees or Public Outreach Groups and help us in our quest in finding a cure.

EVENT COMMITTEES
Help plan two of Colorado Springs' most successful fundraising events - the Walk to Cure Diabetes and The Promise Ball! We are always looking for individuals to secure inkind donations and assist with all areas of logistics.

OUTREACH COMMITTEE
This committee oversees the progress of all outreach activities including the mentor program, support group activities, and other outreach events.

COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE
We are looking for people with marketing and communications backgrounds who can help us spread the word!

ADVOCACY
JDRF is one of the most efficient and persistant advocates on The Hill for diabetes funding. Join this committee and help us to influence legislation in Colorado and abroad.

OFFICE VOLUNTEERS
Are you detail oriented and organized? Do you have time to help us prepare mailings, attend employee giving fairs, or perhaps answer phones during busy months? We are always looking for people to help us in the office!

Contact the JDRF Office at 633-8110  for more information. Training sessions can be aranged around your schedule.