Volunteers? Yes Please!

We're Glad You're Here!

We Would Love Your Help!

At the heart of our organization lies our Volunteer Program, which embodies each of these core principles. Please refer to the document below to learn more about our Volunteer Program.

If you keep scrolling, you'll also find our open volunteer positions, as well as a volunteer inquiry form on this page. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions or concerns regarding our Volunteer Program.

Our contact information can be found below.

Grant Writer

Position Title: Grant Writer Volunteer

Responsibilities:

● Research and identify potential grant opportunities relevant to pediatric IBD support services.

● Collaborate with the Executive Director to gather necessary information and data for grant applications.

● Write compelling grant proposals tailored to the requirements of each funding opportunity.

● Ensure timely submission of grant applications and follow up on the status of applications.

● Maintain accurate records of grants applied for and received.

Skills:

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● Experience with grant writing or willingness to learn.

● Excellent written and verbal communication.

● Ability to keep records and follow up when needed

Please refer to our Grant Writer Volunteer position responsibilities and necessary skills in the document above before applying.

You must be 18 years of age or older to apply for this position. If you are interested in this position, we invite you to click the link below to apply.

We will contact you as soon as possible. Thank you for considering volunteering with us and helping us make a difference in the lives of pediatric IBD patients and their families!

Apply Here! 

Event Coordinator

Position Title: Event Coordinator Volunteer

Responsibilities:

● Work with a team of other event coordinator volunteers to plan, organize, and execute fundraising events and/or support group events.

● Coordinate with vendors, sponsors, and volunteers to ensure smooth execution of events.

● Monitor expenses to stay within the allocated budget.

● Provide information about the events to the Media Director and social media associates (if applicable) in ample time to ensure there is proper community outreach.

● Evaluate the success of the events and identify areas for improvement.

Skills:

● Ability to think outside the box to create meaningful and engaging events and activities for all attendees.

● Organizational skills to execute in a timely manner.

● Willingness to reach out to vendors and sponsors for financial support and event resources.

● Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.

● Conscientious of budget.

Please refer to our Event Coordinator Volunteer position responsibilities and necessary skills in the document above before applying.

Please note, we are looking for multiple candidates for this role. You must be 18 years of age or older to apply for this position. While individuals under the age of 18 are welcome to assist an adult over the age of 18 with the responsibilities of the position (e.g. a child may assist a parent), the adult must be the individual to apply for the position and maintain full responsibility for overseeing the volunteer activities.

If you are interested in this position, we invite you to click the link below to apply. We will contact you as soon as possible.

Thank you for considering volunteering with us and helping us make a difference in the lives of pediatric IBD patients and their families!

Apply Here! 

Support Group Facilitator (Occasional)

Position Title: Support Group Facilitator Volunteer (Occasional)

Responsibilities:

● Occasionally facilitate support group meetings for pediatric IBD patients and their families. Some meetings are virtual and some are in person.

● Create a safe and welcoming environment for group members to share their experiences and concerns.

● Provide emotional support and resources to group members, including all aspects of IBD care.

● Keep the activities engaging for children and adults alike.

● Recommend guest speakers and educational sessions relevant to the needs of the group.

● Maintain confidentiality and respect the privacy of group members.

Skills:

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● Empathy and compassion for group members and relativity to where they are in their journey with IBD.

● Ability to encourage group participation and willingness to maintain control of meetings and conversations.

● Creativity for planning group activities that are educational yet fun.

● Ability to report back to the Executive Director for suggestions based on group engagement.

Please refer to our Support Group Facilitator Volunteer position responsibilities and necessary skills in the document above before applying.

You must be 18 years of age or older to apply for this position. If you are interested in this position, we invite you to click the link below to apply.

We will contact you as soon as possible. Thank you for considering volunteering with us and helping us make a difference in the lives of pediatric IBD patients and their families!

Apply Here! 

Social Media Associate

Position Title: Social Media Associate Volunteer

Responsibilities:

● Oversee and maintain IBD Connect’s social media presence on platforms such as Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram to boost awareness of our mission and activities.

● Develop compelling and creative content, including posts, graphics, and videos, to promote pediatric IBD support services.

● Monitor social media channels for comments, messages, and mentions, ensuring timely and professional responses.

● Collaborate with the Media Director to design and execute impactful social media campaigns and strategies.

● Track, analyze, and report on social media metrics to measure the success of content and campaigns, and inform future strategies.

● Work closely with the Media Director to produce informative and engaging posts that enhance outreach efforts.

Skills:

● Proficient in social media use.

● Experience with Canva (a content creation platform) or a strong willingness to learn.

● Ability to use creative techniques in posting, reels, videos, etc., to represent IBD Connect Inc. appropriately.

● Capable of taking direction and adhering to guidelines provided by the Media Director.

● Excellent communication skills for interacting with the audience and responding to inquiries.

Please refer to our Social Media Associate Volunteer position responsibilities and necessary skills in the document above before applying.

Please note, we are looking for multiple candidates for this role. You must be 18 years of age or older to apply for this position.

While individuals under the age of 18 are welcome to assist an adult over the age of 18 with the responsibilities of the position (e.g. a child may assist a parent), the adult must be the individual to apply for the position and maintain full responsibility for overseeing the volunteer activities.

If you are interested in this position, we invite you to click the link below to apply. We will contact you as soon as possible. Thank you for considering volunteering with us and helping us make a difference in the lives of pediatric IBD patients and their families

Apply Here! 

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