Do you live in or around Dayton, Ohio? Are you interested in spending an hour or two per month making new connections and sharpening your professional skills – all while making a huge difference in the lives of people in need of help? If so, please consider volunteering to help the Epilepsy Foundation of Western Ohio.
How can you help? The EFWO has numerous functional committees such as Marketing, Finance and Fundraising, Volunteerism, and Programming, which can serve to connect you with other talented professionals in your chosen field. This is a great way for young professionals to build connections and credentials, and for more seasoned practitioners to stay fresh. And, the time you spend, which is probably only about an hour or two a month, goes to help people with Epilepsy right here in the Miami Valley.
There are also numerous event committees in need of help within the EFWO. Currently, we are gearing up for the annual Mud Volleyball Tournament, July 12. This is an event that always needs helping hands because it is so much fun. We are always in need of helping hands and creative thinkers, so if you are interested in lending a hand, contact the EFWO. In addition to MUD, there is Wine and Jazz in November, Mardi Gras in February, and numerous other fundraising events – all of which need people.
If you are a seasoned professional looking to get even more involved in the community, consider applying to join the board. We currently have a few open seats, and would welcome experienced leaders who are looking to contribute their skills to a great cause. The process for this is understandably more rigorous than for joining committees, as the commitment and responsibility associated with being a board member is substantial.
Finally, if you just want to help out here and there – without being committed to anything – please volunteer to help our staff. Like any good non-profit we run a lean operation, relying heavily on the kindness and generosity of others to get everything done. There is an endless to do list, and a limited number of hands, so any time you can donate, even 30 minutes here and there, would be appreciated.
For more information on how you can get involved with the Epilepsy Foundation of Western Ohio, call (937) 233-2500 or (800) 360-3296 or visit us on the web at www.ohioepilepsy.org
