The Chatham Terry Fox Run is at risk of cancellation this year if individuals do not come forward. “This Chatham event has been with us since the early 80’s,” praises Martha McClew, Ontario Provincial Director. “An astounding $267,838.60 has been raised at this location for innovative cancer research.”
The Terry Fox Foundation is seeking an enthusiastic individual to oversee the 2013 Chatham Terry Fox Run. The volunteer organizer must possess exceptional leadership qualities and have the ability to motivate and mobilize a volunteer team and their community. The Organizer’s responsibilities include: recruiting committee members; facilitating committee planning meetings; set and confirm the 2013 Chatham Terry Fox Run route; seek refreshment donations; promote the Run; and oversee Run day activities. The time commitment may range from two to four hours weekly during the months leading up to September 15th.

The 33rd Annual Terry Fox Run will take place this year on Sunday September 15, 2013. The Run, an all-inclusive, family-oriented activity, charges no entry fee or minimum pledge amount. Participants can run, walk, blade or bike, in the company of those who believe their efforts are making a difference. To date, the annual Terry Fox Run for cancer research has raised over $600 million, and has contributed to impressive and vital progress made in cancer research over the past three decades (for more information about Terry Fox funded research projects visit www.terryfox.org or www.tfri.ca).
Terry’s legacy continues to positively affect countless people and lead to breakthroughs not imaginable when Terry set out on his historic Marathon of Hope 33 years ago.

Prize will value an estimated $17,000 for the winnner.

Money raised from this fundraising initiative will enable local children to participate in local life saving programs in grades 1, 4 and 6 at the Chatham-Kent Children’s Safety Village.

Some events include:
Home & Garden Show – March 22 – 4pm-9pm, Mar 23 – 10am-5pm and March 24 – 10am-4pm.
Blenheim Cherry Fest – July
Ribfest – July

As a presenter you will:
- Attend a training session where you will receive and become familiar with the material
- Deliver 30 minute sessions to registered teams based on your schedule and availability.

TIME COMMITMENT:
You will arrive at least 10 minutes in advance of the scheduled time to deliver a 30-minute presentation. Presentations are delivered February through Spring at various times throughout the day. Schedule based on yur availability in consultation with your staff partner.

PROFILE:
This opportunity will be of interest to individuals who enjoy public speaking, group interaction and an interest in sharing health promotion information. Must have own transportation.

Time Commitment
Presenter will arrive at least 10 minutes in advance of the scheduled time to deliver a 30-minute presentation. Presentations are delivered February through Spring at various times throughout the day. Schedule based on your availability in consultation with your staff partner. Presenter must have own transportation.

Profile
This opportunity will be of interest to individuals who enjoy public speaking, group interaction and an interest in sharing health promotion information.

Duties could include;
- Supervising structured on casual recreational and leisure activities at the centre
- Mentoring Youth
- Homework Help

If you have a skill, specialty or hobby you think you would like to share with youth, do it!

Visit our website www.BlenheimYouthCentre.ca

Committment: 8 hours/month for 6 months

Duties:

Work with the Bingo Coordinator at Riverview Bingo Hall once per month in the sale of bingo cards and other duties as assigned.
Assist in the preperation of monthly reports to the Municipality of Chatham-Kent.
Prepare Bingo license applications quarterly.
Understand ASCK programs and services and share that information with interested public.
Personal Qualities and Skills:

Training:

A general agency orientation and HIV/AIDS 101 training is required.
Additional training provided by the Bingo Coordinator on-site as well as by the Associate Director of Resources for reporting and filing.
Police Clearance

This Halloween-themed bowling event is taking place on Sunday, October 28th from 4:00-6:00pm at Chatham Bowlerama.

Visit: www.boolathon.ca to register as a volunteer.

It will be a howling good time!

What Would I Be Doing?

Planning, developing new ideas, coordinating and assisting with various fundraising and public awareness initiatives.

We’re looking for people who want to donate their time, skills, knowledge, abilities,talents and interests to contribute to their community and be a part of the ongoing development of The Cultural Centre (which includes the Chatham-Kent Museum, Thames Art Gallery, Kiwanis Theatre, Ridge House Museum, and Milner Heritage House, and ARTspace).

Why Volunteer?

Volunteering gives you the opportunity to join a growing network of dedicated, creative volunteers who share your interest in promoting the Cultural Centre, which enhances arts and heritage awareness in Chatham-Kent.

How Often Do the “Friends” Meet?

We meet approximately once at month at the William Street Cafe, where we have a coffee (and maybe a butter tart) and share our ideas. Currently, we are planning a 50th Anniversary Celebration for the Cultural Centre in 2014. If you are interested in helping with this event, become a Friend of the Cultural Centre!

For more information, contact:

Administrative Coordinator
The Cultural Centre
75 William Street North
Chatham ON N7M 4L4
Phone: 519.354.8346 x 32
Fax: 519.354.4270
Email: CKccc@chatham-kent.ca