Opportunities From: The National Multiple Sclerosis Society

Walk MS Waterford on Saturday, April 25, 2026

Route Marking: 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.

Walk MS Waterford on Saturday, April 25, 2026

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

Walk MS Waterford on Saturday, April 25, 2026

Organizing supplies and shirts by size and type, handing out shirts to qualifying participants, keeping area tidy, providing excellent customer service.

Walk MS Waterford on Saturday, April 25, 2026

Food & Beverage Team:  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, and keep area clean.  

Walk MS Waterford on Saturday, April 25, 2026

The Center: Setting up/breaking down area with appropriate supplies, managing the area during the event which may include passing out bandanas, Society print materials, speaking to constituents about MS Society. Usually staffed with at least one Staff member.

Walk MS Waterford on Saturday, April 25, 2026 

Complete the Circle Greeters: Setting up/taking down the Complete the Circle interactive graphic, set up and manage circle stickers, offer instruction to participants on how to fill out, and apply circle stickers to graphic. 

Walk MS Waterford on Saturday, April 25, 2026

In Tent Volunteers - Setting up/taking down Circles of Support 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

Walk MS Waterford on Saturday, April 25, 2026

Top Fundraiser Area Registration: Provides excellent customer service and registration services for Top Fundraisers, includes setting up/breaking down TFA Registration, providing check in and registration services, handing out credentials, and answering questions. A background check is required.

Walk MS Waterford on Saturday, April 25, 2026

Top Fundraiser Area Greeters: Welcomes Top Fundraisers into the TFA Area, provides information, and able to answer general questions about the Society.

Walk MS Waterford on Saturday, April 25, 2026

Top Fundraiser Area: 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, and keep the area clean.  

Walk MS Waterford on Saturday, April 25, 2026

Volunteer Journalist: Student or individual with professional skills, volunteer will interview participants, take video or photos using appropriate tags on social media.

Walk MS Manalapan on Saturday, April 25, 2026

Monmouth Battlefield State Park

T-Shirt Distribution Team 

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.

Walk MS Manalapan on Saturday, April 25, 2026

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

Responsibilities include:

Volunteers help provide direction and useful information to participants, supporters, and other volunteers.

Will be placed at strategic locations around the fair grounds.

First Aid Volunteers consists of certified medical professionals (EMT, EMS, RN, etc) who administer First-Aid to event participants. The support locations include rest stops, finish, and along the route.

Using personal photography equipment, capture event including team photos, start & finish line photos, route photos, & festival area photos. Volunteer Photographers are expected to share full rights to digital media with the MS Society in-kind. 

Assist with finish line set up for Day 1, hang banners, help vendors to unload, and more.

Key Responsibilities Include: 

*All volunteers are expected to assist in set up and break down*

Key Responsibilities Include!

Circles of Support Team: Setting up/taking down Circles of Support tent, set up and manage circle fans and offer instruction to participants on what they represent and how to use during the Program.  

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 

Two available shifts for this volunteer opportunity: 

Circles of Support Tent Volunteer: 8am-12pm 

Circles of Support Roaming Volunteer: 8:30am - 10:30am

Standing at the finish line to cheer on participants, using noise makers, handing out medals/mementos, often these volunteers are asked to bring encouraging signs or cheering swag from home to the event.

Registration & Information Team: Key responsibilities include welcoming participants, looking up participant names and confirming their information, answering questions, and accepting fundraising donations. This role is a seated position, and a background check is required. All volunteers are also expected to assist with event set-up and break-down. 

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.  

Food & Beverage: Set up/taking down the food and beverage area, put out snacks and beverages, and provide an elevated experience for Top Fundraisers. 

The Center: Mission Area: Set up/break down area with appropriate supplies, managing the area during the event which may include passing out bandanas, Society print materials, speaking to constituents about MS Society. Usually staffed with at least one Staff member. 

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.  

Circles of Support Team: Setting up/taking down Circles of Support tent, set up and manage circle fans and offer instruction to participants on what they represent and how to use during the Program.  

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 

Two available shifts for this volunteer opportunity: 

Circles of Support Tent Volunteer: 8am-12pm 

Circles of Support Roaming Volunteer: 8:30am - 10:30am

Setting up and organizing food service area, handing out food and water bottles to participants, cleaning up the area, and putting away supplies.  *Basic and safe food preparation and handling are required and volunteers will be provided handwashing station/gloves, etc. 

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)

Setting up/taking down hydration area. Welcoming and encouraging/congratulating participants, serving beverages,  icing down beverages and replenishing supplies as needed, keeping hydration area clean.

Standing at the finish line to cheer on participants, using noise makers, handing out medals/mementos, often these volunteers are asked to bring encouraging signs(either pre-prepared or from home)  or cheering swag (available at volunteer tent)

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.

SAG Jumper

Standing at the finish line to cheer on participants, using noise makers, handing out medals/mementos, often these volunteers are asked to bring encouraging signs or cheering swag from home to the event. 

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.

Setting up/breaking down area with appropriate supplies, managing the area during the event which may include passing out bandanas, Society print materials, speaking to constituents about MS Society. 

Setting up/taking down Circles of Support tent, set up and manage circle fans and offer instruction to participants on what they represent and how to use durng the Program

Setting up/taking down the food and beverage area. Provide an elevated food and beverage experience to TFs, set out water and other beverages, serve coffee ( if not self-serve) lay out snacks. Keep area clean.

Stationed at the step-and-repeat display to assist TF participants take photos. Can use their personal photography equipment, cell phone or participants cell phone. If more than one in TFA area, can take candid photos around the area.

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.

Setting up/taking down hydration area. Welcoming and encouraging/congratulating participants, handing out beverages,  icing down beverages and replenishing supplies as needed, keeping hydration area clean. 

Setting up/taking down the food and beverage area of the Top Fundraiser tent. Provide an elevated food and beverage experience to top fundraisers, set out water and other beverages, serve coffee ( if not self-serve) lay out snacks. Keep area clean.

Stationed at the Top Fundraiser tent to assist top fundraiser participants take photos. You'll be using their personal photography equipment or cell phone to take photos.

Welcoming participants and directing them to the appropriate areas at the event site, answering questions as needed, ensuring registration lines are moving quickly and that participants have all necessary materials completed before they get to the front of the line.

Provides excellent customer service and registration services for Top Fundraisers. Includes setting up/breaking down TFA Registration, providing check in and registration services, handing out credentials and answering questions. 

The official ceremony will include Circles of Support. It honors those who live with MS and recognizes others who love and support them. In this role, you will be 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.

The official ceremony will include Circles of Support. It honors those who live with MS and recognizes others who love and support them. You will be in the tent with baskets of Circle of Support circle fans, passing out to all participants and explaining what they are (different colors represent whether the person lives with MS, loves someone with MS, etc.) and how to use during the Program.

The official ceremony will include Circles of Support. It honors those who live with MS and recognizes others who love and support them. You will be roaming the site with baskets of Circle of Support circle fans, passing out to all participants and explaining what they are (different colors represent whether the person lives with MS, loves someone with MS, etc.) and how to use during the Program.

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.

Welcoming participants, looking-up participant name, confirming information, answering questions, and taking fundraising donations. Position will also include distributing event t-shirts to qualifying participants. (Background check required for volunteers handling donations).

This was formerly the Living with MS tent area. You will be responsible for setting up/breaking down area with appropriate supplies, managing the area during the event which may include passing out bandanas, Society print materials, and speaking to constituents about the MS Society. It is helpful to have MS and MS Society knowledge.

Welcomes Top Fundraisers into the Top Fundraiser Area. Provides information and answers questions.

Volunteers assisting in the Food and Beverage Team will help with the following tasks:  Setting up and organizing food service area, handing out food to participants, cleaning up area and putting away supplies.  *Basic and safe food preparation and handling is required and volunteers will be provided handwashing station/gloves, etc. 

Photographers

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.

 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.  

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.

Setting up/breaking down area with appropriate supplies, managing the area during the event which may include passing out bandanas, Society print materials, speaking to constituents about MS Society. 

Provides excellent customer service and registration services for Top Fundraisers, Includes setting up/breaking down TFA Registration, providing check in and registration services, handing out credentials, answer questions. Background check required.

Welcomes Top Fundraisers into the TFA Area. Provides information and able to answer general questions

Stationed at the step-and-repeat display to assist TF participants take photos. Can use their personal photography equipment, cell phone or participants cell phone. If more than one in TFA area, can take candid photos around the area.

Setting up/taking down the food and beverage area. Provide an elevated food and beverage experience to TFs, set out water and other beverages, serve coffee ( if not self-serve) lay out snacks. Keep area clean.

Welcoming participants and directing them to the appropriate areas at the event site, answering questions as needed, ensuring registration lines are moving quickly and that participants have all necessary materials completed before they get to the front of the line

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.

Setting up/breaking down area with appropriate supplies, managing the area during the event which may include passing out bandanas, Society print materials, speaking to constituents about MS Society. Taking inventory post event of diagnosis date stickers and I walk with MS bandanas. Usually staffed with at least one Staff member.

Welcoming participants and directing them to the appropriate areas at the event site, answering questions as needed, ensuring registration lines are moving quickly and that participants have all necessary materials completed before they get to the front of the line.

Unloading and distributing supplies, setting up tents, tables, and chairs, hanging banners and signage, decorating tents and tables, route marking (heavy lifting may be required ≤50lbs), helping placing route signs, 

New 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.

Setting up/taking down Circles of Support tent, set up and manage circle fans and offer instruction to participants on what they represent and how to use during the Program.

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.

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.

Walk MS Waterford on Saturday, April 25th, 2026

First Aid:  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. 

Walk MS Waterford on Saturday, April 25th, 2026

Photographer: 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. 

Walk MS Waterford on Saturday, April 25, 2026

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.

Walk MS Waterford on Saturday, April 25, 2026

Floater: 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)

Walk MS Waterford on Saturday, April 25, 2026

Event Greeter: First impressions are important! Greet Walk MS participants as they arrive and help them get to where they need to be. If you are a friendly and outgoing person who loves to be helpful, this position is for you!

You will likely be asked to help in another area after this responsibility has ended.

Walk MS Manalapan on Saturday, April 25, 2026

First Aid: 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.

Walk MS Manalapan on Saturday, April 25, 2026

Event Food & Beverage Team: 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, and keep the area clean.

Walk MS Manalapan on Saturday, April 25, 2026

The Center: Mission Area: Setting up/breaking down area with appropriate supplies, managing the area during the event which may include passing out bandanas, Society print materials, and speaking to constituents about MS Society. Usually staffed with at least one Staff member.

Walk MS Manalapan on Saturday, April 25, 2026

Complete the Circle Display Greeters: Setting up/taking down the 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. 

Walk MS Manalapan on Saturday, April 25, 2026

Circles of Support Team: Setting up/taking down Circles of Support tent, set up and manage circle fans and offer instruction to participants on what they represent and how to use during the Program.

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. 

Two Circles of Support Opportunities are available:

Circles of Support Tent Volunteer: 8:30am - 10:30 am

Circles of Support Roaming Volunteer: 8:30am - 10:30am

Walk MS Manalapan on Saturday, April 25, 2026

Event Greeters: Welcoming participants and directing them to the appropriate areas at the event site, answering questions as needed, ensuring registration lines are moving quickly, and that participants have all necessary materials completed before they get to the front of the line.

Walk MS Manalapan on Saturday, April 25, 2026

Photographer Assistant: Assisting photographers with set up, gathering participants, using props or signs, staging photos, and reminding participants to use appropriate tags for social media, etc.

Walk MS Manalapan on Saturday, April 25, 2026

Monmouth Battlefield State Park

Volunteer Journalist:

Student or individual with professional skills, volunteer will interview participants, take video or photos using appropriate tags on social media.

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.

Key Responsibilities Include!

Key Responsibilities Include:

*All volunteers are expected to assist in set up and break down*

Route marking volunteers arrive early to mark the route with directional arrows, usually on a bicycle or with two people in a car. Routes are marked at all intersections and at all turns. Some walks offer two routes and arrows will be different colors. Volunteers should be familiar with the area and able to follow written directions and route map. Route marking volunteers will then remove the arrows at the end of the walk, unless otherwise noted. 

Event Greeters: First impressions are important! Greet walkers and welcome participants as they arrive, answer basic questions about the walk site and event (materials will be provided), and help direct walker traffic to appropriate areas (registration area, team tents, rest rooms, etc.). 

Spirit Team: You are here to motivate, encourage, and congratulate participants on their achievements! Using provided supplies (or your own), cheer on participants at the start, finish, and along the route. 

Event Greeters: First impressions are important! Greet walkers and welcome participants as they arrive, answer basic questions about the walk site and event (materials will be provided), and help direct walker traffic to appropriate areas (registration area, team tents, rest rooms, etc.). 

Provide First Aid assistance in medical tent as needed-Current First Aid Certification Required.

Using personal photography equipment, capture event including team photos, start & finish line photos, route photos, & festival area photos. Volunteer Photographers are expected to share full rights to digital media with the MS Society in-kind. 

Welcoming participants and directing them to the appropriate areas at the event site, answering questions as needed, ensuring registration lines are moving quickly and that participants have all necessary materials completed before they get to the front of the line

Assisting photographers with set up, gathering participants, using props or signs, staging photos, reminding participants to use appropriate tags for social media, etc.

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.

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.

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 phtographer. Shot lists will be shared.

Must be CPR/First Aid certified (volunteer does not need to be a medical professional). You will administer basic first aid when needed. 

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.

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.