Opportunities to Volunteer for DMRF Canada
- Support Group Leaders
One of the most impactful ways DMRF Canada provides support is through our Support Group Network. These groups serve as a lifeline and provide opportunities for people with dystonia and their families to connect and thrive in the community. We are looking for new Support Group Leaders to volunteer in the following communities:
Victoria BC (Co-leader)
Calgary & Edmonton AB (Casino Chairperson)
Calgary, AB (New Leader)
Fredericton NB (New leader)
Saskatoon SK (New Leader)
Hamilton ON (New Leader)
Thompson/Okanagan BC (New Leader)
Volunteers can take on different roles or tasks within the group. To read more about the Support Group Leader eligibility, role, and responsibilities please click here. If you are not interested in leading a group, but you would still like to volunteer your time, please let us know.
To volunteer in Calgary or Edmonton please clik here.
- Volunteer Opportunity at Bingo World and Gaming - Richmond Hill
Attention Greater Toronto Area Residents!
DMRF Canada is thrilled to share an exciting fundraising opportunity through Ontario Charitable Gaming Association's program Charitable Gaming Community Good with Bingo World and Gaming Richmond Hill, and the City of Richmond Hill. By volunteering your time, you'll help DMRF Canada earn a portion of the funds raised during the Bingo events. With several successful sessions already held, we’re off to a fantastic start, raising over $54,000 for dystonia research and support programs.
Volunteering Details
- Shift Duration: Each volunteer shift will last 2 hours.
- Funds Raised: Each event will generate approximately $3,000 for dystonia research and support programs.
- Commitment: We are seeking volunteers who can participate every month for at least six months.
- Requirements: Volunteers are expected to act in a way that builds public trust and confidence in the Foundation. You do not need to have dystonia to volunteer. Volunteers should be able to walk or stand for their 2-hour shift and be capable of tucking in chairs. Volunteers will be required to sign a waiver and undergo a brief screening session with Foundation staff.
- Volunteer Incentives: Volunteers will receive a DMRF Canada t-shirt and those who successfully complete six bingo sessions will receive a $200 honorarium as a thank-you for their commitment and hard work!
If you are interested in volunteering please submit this form: https://forms.office.com/r/5W65AGDZes
For more information, please click here.
Our thanks to Bingo World and Gaming Richmond Hill for this Opportunity!
Email info@dystoniacanada.org with your contact information and the community you’d like to volunteer in.