The National Multiple Sclerosis Society Michigan Chapter

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Basic Information

Address: 21311 Civic Center Drive Southfield Mich 48076
Phone Number: 248.936.0362
Fax Number: 248.350.0029
Director: Christopher Rowe

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The National Multiple Sclerosis Society Michigan Chapter
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society Michigan Chapter
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society Michigan Chapter
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society Michigan Chapter

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Additional Information

Causes Served: Disabled community, Health and Wellness, Public Services
Population Served: All of Michigan
Ages for Volunteer: All ages can volunteer. Under 16 need approved chaperones or parents present. Waivers of liability are required
Hours of Service: Mostly weekends. Normally 7am - 2pm
Minimum Hours Required: No minimum required
Days of Service: Mostly Saturdays. Some Sundays.
Mission Statement:

Join the Movement. Get involved.

Volunteers across the country contribute resources, time, knowledge, skills and leadership that infuse the organization with energy and passion that will move us closer to achieving a world free of MS.

Individuals of all ages, backgrounds, and mobility levels volunteer their time to fulfill a defined responsibility in support of the mission and help others. Volunteers are involved in everything, from helping with mailings, fundraising events, to participating on committees and boards. You can work from home, via phone or internet, in an office or at events.

If you have the desire to get involved and be part of making a positive difference, consider volunteering with the Michigan Chapter. We have a wide variety of flexible opportunities, both short-term and ongoing. Use your skills to:

Help out at a local Bike MS or Walk MS event
Participate in a marketing brainstorm
Be an MS activist
Help organize or promote a fundraising event
Become a volunteer captain and work hand-in-hand with chapter staff
Assist with office duties
Become a research advocate
Become a friendly listener
Help lead or organize a self help group in your community
Benefits of Volunteering

Meet new people and have fun
Receive training and professional development
Gain or enhance leadership, communication, problem solving, and team building skills
Enhance your resume
Become part of the movement to do something about MS
Volunteers are a driving force of the MS movement. Join the movement today and use your gifts of time and talent to enhance the lives of those living with MS.

Program History:

The Michigan Chapter serves the nearly 18,000 people with MS with your time and talents you can benefit someone in your own backyard.

Events:

We have 15 WalkMS events and 4 BikeMS events from April 2014 until September 2014.

Additional Information:

WALKMS Events:

4/26 MIDLAND
4/26 LANSING
4/27 DETROIT

5/3 BLOOMFIELD HILLS
5/3 KALAMAZOO
5/10 FRANKENMUTH
5/10 ST. CLAIR
5/17 GRAND RAPIDS
5/17 WYANDOTTE

6/21 DEXTER
6/28 TRAVERSE CITY

9/6 GRAND HAVEN
9/7 MILFORD
9/14 MARQUETTE
9/14 WEST BRANCH

BIKEMS Events: (Two day events, Saturday and Sunday. You do not have to work both days)

WEST MICHIGAN (Holland)

  • June 7th-8th

MID MICHIGAN (Lansing)

  • July 12th - 13th

BAVARIAN BREAKAWAY (Frankenmuth)

  • September 27th - 28th

FALL BREAKAWAY (Kensington Metropark)

  • September 20th (One day event)