Contribute
Volunteer
Did
you know?
- Volunteers
play a vital role in the MS Society. Our strength is directly
related to the commitment and participation of several
thousands of volunteers across the country.
- The
MS Society relies on volunteers for 90% of its fund raising.
- Volunteer
work reduces administration costs and helps allocate more
funds to MS research and services.
"Never
doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed people
can change the world. Indeed it is the only thing that ever
has." Margaret Mead
Why Volunteer?
- The
satisfaction of doing something positive for someone else
- The
opportunity to use/improve your skills
- Valuable
work experience for personal growth or to add to your résumé
- The
opportunity to try something new and meet new people
- A
fun and energetic work environment where you will be truly appreciated
- The
knowledge that you are contributing to an organization
that provides crucial services to people living with MS.
For
more information about becoming a volunteer please contact:
Bill
Schoepp, Manager of Volunteer Development
In Regina: (306) 522-5600
Toll Free in Saskatchewan: 1-800-268-7582
Fax: (306) 565-0477
Email: bill.schoepp@mssociety.ca
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Why the MS Society?
There are over 3,500 individuals and their families living with
multiple sclerosis in Saskatchewan. MS strikes women three times more often as men, and is
often diagnosed in the "prime of life" (age 15-40)
when most people are building careers and families. Symptoms
range from loss of balance, temporary blindness, to paralysis.
There are 55,000-75,000 Canadians living with MS. Canada has one of the highest incidence rates of MS in
the world. You can help us change that.
From
selling tickets, to serving up burgers, we make it fun for you!
Read on to see what interests you and where we can best make
use of your skills...
Help at the office
Can you spare an hour or two? Maybe you’re looking to devote your time to a year long project? We have a variety of projects all year long that will suit your volunteer commitment. We are always in need of assistance to help at our office, whether it is filing, reception, sorting, data entry, stuffing and packing campaign related materials, or getting ready for a major event. We also need key volunteers to help coordinate our events and help out at our events throughout the year. We are happy to have volunteers come in for a visit and help keep us one step ahead. We'll put the coffee on!
Carnation Campaign
Every year on Mother's Day weekend, thousands of volunteers across Canada help us by coordinating carnation sales in their workplace. The orders are processed at our office and flowers are delivered directly back to your workplace. Help us, by being a carnation coordinator at your workplace. How about spending a few hours surrounded by flowers and friends, help us by selling carnations at a public place during Mother's Day week. Shifts are 2-3 hours in length. Volunteer and watch your efforts blossom into a cure!
For
more information on the Carnation Campaign
RONA MS Bike Tour
We pack as much food, fun, and excitement as possible into one
day for the annual RONA MS Bike Tour. Volunteers are needed
to cheer on, feed and attend to our dedicated cyclists. Jobs
include pledge processing, rest stop attendants, food servers
and set up /clean up. Give us a day and we'll give you a day
to remember!
For
more information on RONA MS Bike Tour
Super Cities WALK for MS
Have you ever seen over 1000 pairs of sneakers WALK or roll
past you at once? If not, you've been missing out on a great
morning! Join our crew of more than 100 volunteers who serve
food, collect pledges, hand out t-shirts and door prizes and
station the much needed rest stops along the route.
For
more information on Super Cities WALK for MS
Major Gifts and Planned Giving
Donations to the MS Society enable us to provide assistance to families affected by MS and to continue research into finding a cause and a cure for MS. Donations can be made in the form of: Charitable Gift Annuities, Gifts through Will (Bequests), or Gifts of Life Insurance.
To discuss a Planned Gift, contact Jack Aldcorn:
In Regina: (306) 522-5600
Toll Free in Saskatchewan: 1-800-268-7582
Give
Now
Every
day, three more Canadians are diagnosed with multiple sclerosis.
MS is too big to face alone, but the Multiple Sclerosis Society
of Canada is here to ensure that no one has to. There are a
number of ways to give to the MS Society of Canada: Give Now
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