Volunteer

Volunteers play a critical role in the successful implementation of programs, services or events. whether you are available one time or an on ongoing basis, the Parkinson Association of Southwest Florida welcomes you. Learn more about ways you can make a difference volunteering with the Parkinson's Association of SWFL.
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Volunteer Application

Help make life better for others
The Parkinson's Association of Southwest Florida is a 95% volunteer based organization and with your help we are able to help as many people as we do. Come help us promote quality of life for those with Parkinson's disease and their care partners. We need your help in a variety of ways:

Here are some of the ways you can help 

-Office Assistance
Responsibilities of the office volunteer include: greeting visitors, making copies, answering the phone, registering callers for events, sending faxes, preparing mailings, making coffee and keeping the office ready for various groups.  This position is usually 3-5 hours weekly.

-Public Relations
Major responsibilities include writing articles for various media.  Good writing skills, computer skills and some graphic arts experience is helpful, or we will assist.  This volunteer would be contributing 4-6 hours monthly.
 
-Grant Writer
This is meant for an individual who has good writing skills and ideally some previous experience in writing grants. It can be done from the person’s home or from our office, if desired.  The hours needed for this varies widely.

-Finance Committee
This is a position for an individual who might have previous or current experience in finance, bookkeeping, investing, business or banking. Responsibilities include: reviewing budget, monthly finances and preparing for the audit, as well as making suggestions to the Board related to finance.

-Fund Development Committee
This committee focuses on Fundraising Events.  These persons work hand in hand with the Chairpersons to produce the wonderful Annual Events:  The Walk, Tulip Tuesday, A Speaker’s Luncheon/Dinner and a Golf Tournament.  The time commitment greatly varies and the skill is salesmanship 

-Major Gifts Committee
This committee works with the Executive Director and identifies prospective large donors; makes contact with them and establishes a continuing relationship conducive to major giving. 

For more information on any of the above volunteer positions,
Please call (239) 417-3465 or email Volunteer@ParkinsonAssociationSWFL.org or apply online

Thank you to our amazing volunteers