Opportunities From: The National Multiple Sclerosis Society

First Aid Volunteers are CPR/First Aid certified individuals and do not have to be licensed medical professionals (EMT, EMS, RN, etc.) but they can be, when available. They administer First-Aid to event participants.  The support locations can include start/finish, and along the route.

Timing for this role may change as we get closer to the event date. The time set currently is the earliest it would be.

Using personal photography equipment (can be a cell phone), capture event including team photos, start & finish line photos, sponsors,  route photos, & festival area photos. Volunteer Photographers are expected to share full rights to digital media with the MS Society in-kind within 2 weeks of the event taking place.  Does not need to be a professional photographer. Shot lists will be shared.

Timing for this role may change as we get closer to the event date. The time set currently is the earliest it would be.

Unloading trucks and distributing supplies, setting up tents, tables, and chairs,  hanging banners and signage, decorating tents and tables (heavy lifting required ≤50lbs)

Timing for this role may change as we get closer to the event date. The time set currently is the earliest it would be.

Marking event route with signage to indicate the direction participants should follow. Often this task is completed in collaboration with a staff, committee member, or another volunteer utilizing a vehicle or golf cart.

Timing for this role may change as we get closer to the event date. The time set currently is the earliest it would be.

Marking event route with signage to indicate the direction participants should follow. Often this task is completed in collaboration with a staff, committee member, or another volunteer utilizing a vehicle or golf cart.

At the conclusion of the walk volnuteers will then remove any posted signs and return them to the start/finish line! Timing for this role may change as we get closer to the event date. The time set currently is the earliest it would be.

Timing for this role may change as we get closer to the event date. The time set currently is the earliest it would be.

Shuttle participants along the route. If driving own vehicle, proof of current driver's license, automobile insurance and background check required.

Volunteer Check-In Lead:

• Collaborate with Staff and logistics company (where available) to gain full understanding of volunteer needs
• Run event volunteer check-in and direct volunteers to areas in need
• Manage large groups of volunteers in multiple locations
• Serve as liaison between Staff and volunteers on event weekend

Volunteer Check-In Assistant:
Working with Volunteer Lead - checking in volunteers, ensuring paperwork is turned in and volunteers receive a t-shirt and instructions for their volunteer shift.  Should be comfortable managing Volunteer Tent if Lead should need to leave or on a break.

Welcoming participants, looking-up participant name, confirming information, answering questions, and taking fundraising donations. (Background check required for volunteers handling donations)

T-Shirt Distribution: Assist in handing out participant t-shirts. Organizing supplies and shirts by size and type, handing out shirts to qualifying participants, keeping area tidy, providing excellent customer service.

Setting up/taking down the food and beverage area, set out water and other beverages, serve coffee where applicable (if not self-serve) lay out snacks. Keep area clean.

Timing for this role may change as we get closer to the event date. The time set currently is the earliest it would be.

Timing for this role may change as we get closer to the event date. The time set currently is the earliest it would be.

Timing for this role may change as we get closer to the event date. The time set currently is the earliest it would be.

This area that will feature participant walking bibs for personalization. Used to be called "I Walk for" bibs and was often a part of Registration. Volunteers in the area will need to spot check supplies. Excellent role for MS Ambassadors.

Circles of Support In Tent Volunteers: Setting up/taking down tent, set up and manage circle fans and offer instruction to participants on what they represent and how to use during the Program.  Take inventory post event of circle fans. 

Circles of Support (roamers): Roam the site with baskets of Circle of Support circle fans, passing out to all participants and explaining what they are and how to use during the Program.  Best recruits for this role are outgoing and love talking with participants.

Complete the Circle Display Greeters Setting up/taking down Complete the Circle interactive graphic, set up and manage circle stickers and offer instruction to participants on how to fill out and apply circle stickers to graphic.  Take inventory post event of Circle of Support Stickers

Timing for this role may change as we get closer to the event date. The time set currently is the earliest it would be.

Timing for this role may change as we get closer to the event date. The time set currently is the earliest it would be.

Route Marshall:

Directing participants at key locations on the route to ensure the walk route is followed

We Welcome Volunteers of All Abilities, Anyone Can Volunteer!

Families, corporate groups, and individuals of all ages and abilities are welcome to volunteer. We are always looking for youth clubs, and corporate and service-oriented community groups to lend a hand before, during, and after our events. Whether you’re living with MS and just want to say thank you at the Finish Line, or you’re ready to help with set up, there’s a place for you at Walk MS!

When you volunteer, you become part of the MS movement – a community of passionate individuals working together to create a world free of MS. Together, we provide support, have fun, and make a difference for the nearly 1 million people living with MS in the United States.

Timing for this role may change as we get closer to the event date. The time set currently is the earliest it would be.

Helping staff with various tasks throughout the event, setting up/tearing down event site, communicating with other volunteers,  filling in for others on an "as needs" basis (lifting may be required)

Cleaning up the event site, taking down decorations, signage and banners, breaking down tables, and chairs, organizing and loading supplies