Volunteer Team
Recruitment Leader
The Recruitment Leader is responsible for finding volunteers to participate in or lead Chapter activities and initiatives. He or she will recruit volunteers through the local Chapter, community organizations and Internet postings. The recruitment leader must work closely with the Cultivation Leader and other Chapter leaders to ensure Chapter events have enough volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering, please call us at 1-800-PKD-CURE or email volunteers@pkdcure.org.
Cultivation Leader
The Cultivation Leader must maintain an up-to-date list of all Chapter volunteers, communicating with them regularly throughout the year. He or she will work with volunteers to find appropriate positions for them and ensure they are satisfied with their work. The Cultivation Leader will work closely with the Recruitment Leader. If you are interested in volunteering, please call us at 1-800-PKD-CURE or email volunteers@pkdcure.org.
Education Team
Logistics Leader
The Logistics Leader is responsible for organizing the logistics for the Chapter meetings and educational seminars. This includes securing locations, refreshments, presentation equipment and set-up. If volunteer assistance is needed, the Logistics Leader will work with the Volunteer Team. If you are interested in volunteering, please call us at 1-800-PKD-CURE or email volunteers@pkdcure.org.
Program Leader
The Program Leader is responsible for contacting and securing speakers and topics for Chapter educational events. He or she will provide all necessary information to speakers, coordinating all aspects of their appearance. The Program Leader will work with Chapter leaders to develop ideas and brainstorm sources. If you are interested in volunteering, please call us at 1-800-PKD-CURE or email volunteers@pkdcure.org.
Support Leader
The Support Leader must provide support and information to those affected by PKD. This includes leading support group sessions, maintaining a calling tree and offering support when contacted by members of the PKD community. If you are interested in volunteering, please call us at 1-800-PKD-CURE or email volunteers@pkdcure.org.
Advocacy Team
Champion Leader
The Champion Leader will serve as the point person for the Chapter in PKD Foundation advocacy activities at the federal level. He or she will also be a liaison between the PKD Foundation staff and Chapter members. This includes encouraging Chapter members to take part in action alerts, seeking out local opportunities to engage and educate congressmen about PKD, serving as a “sounding board” for Chapter members and relaying their comments and questions to the PKD Foundation staff. The Champion Leader must participate and promote the annual “PKD Champions United on the Hill” event. If you are interested in volunteering, please call us at 1-800-PKD-CURE or email volunteers@pkdcure.org.
Grass Roots Leader
The Grass Roots Leader will work with the Champions Leader to promote and relay information about PKD Foundation advocacy activities among Chapter members. He or she must seek opportunities to raise awareness of the PKD Foundation advocacy activities with elected state and local officials, working with them to pass PKD Awareness Week Resolutions or Proclamations. The Grass Roots Leader will staff the “Advocacy Booth” to promote advocacy at Chapter activities and events, following up with interested parties to increase involvement in advocacy efforts. If you are interested in volunteering, please call us at 1-800-PKD-CURE or email volunteers@pkdcure.org.
Fundraising Team
Administration Leader
The Administration Leader will oversee the completion of all forms related to the holding of Chapter events. These include deposit, reimbursement and event forms. The Administration Leader will ensure that all PKD Foundation policies are followed during the planning and execution of Chapter events. He or she will work with Chapter leaders to identify possible Chapter events and coordinate the use of PKD Foundation tools and techniques. If you are interested in volunteering, please call us at 1-800-PKD-CURE or email volunteers@pkdcure.org.
Monetary Sponsorship Leader
The Monetary Sponsorship leader must solicit and secure monetary sponsorship for the Chapter and its events. He or she will develop and maintain a list of past and potential sponsor contacts in the area. The Monetary Sponsorship leader will submit and follow up on sponsorship proposals, ensuring that sponsor agreements are met. If you are interested in volunteering, please call us at 1-800-PKD-CURE or email volunteers@pkdcure.org.
In-Kind Sponsorship Leader
The In-Kind Sponsorship Leader will solicit and secure in-kind donations for the Chapter and its events. He or she will develop and maintain a list of past and potential in-kind sponsors in the area. If you are interested in volunteering, please call us at 1-800-PKD-CURE or email volunteers@pkdcure.org.
Public Relations/Awareness Team
Media Leader
The Media leader will establish and maintain relationships with local media to support the goals of the PKD Foundation and the local Chapter. If you are interested in volunteering, please call us at 1-800-PKD-CURE or email volunteers@pkdcure.org.
Public Outreach Leader
The Public Outreach Leader will cultivate general public awareness of PKD in the Chapter area. He or she must also promote Chapter events. If you are interested in volunteering, please call us at 1-800-PKD-CURE or email volunteers@pkdcure.org.
Online Leader
The Online Leader will use Internet resources to promote the PKD Foundation and the local Chapter. If you are interested in volunteering, please call us at 1-800-PKD-CURE or email volunteers@pkdcure.org.