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Volunteer Today!

VOLUNTEER CALL TO ACTION! We are in search of volunteers to support our team on race day at the Chicago Marathon, Sunday, October 13, 2013. Please contact Emily at ejensen@liverfoundaiton.org or 312-377-9030 for details.

The American Liver Foundation relies on volunteers. Not only because the generosity of their presence allows us to maximize our resources, but also because they embody the spirit and ideal of what we do.

Furthermore, liver disease affects the full social spectrum of the country. As a result, our volunteers bring an incredibly diverse range of gifts to the table. In offering volunteer opportunities, it is our goal to identify those gifts and make the best use of them in the service of our mission. Along the way, we aim to provide a rewarding and fulfilling experience for each volunteer.

What is it like to volunteer with American Liver Foundation?

There are tens of thousands of answers to that question because each American Liver Foundation volunteer has a unique and inspiring story. One of our volunteer superstars Martha Shea has shared the story of how volunteering has become a cornerstone in her life. Your volunteer experience with American Liver Foundation could turn out to be as valuable and rewarding for you as hers has been.

Why volunteer with American Liver Foundation?

When you volunteer with the American Liver Foundation you are directly contributing to the fight against liver disease. You are helping to save lives. At the same time you also:

• Make a meaningful difference in your community
• Have flexible options and opportunities that fit your schedule
• Build relationships and networks that last a lifetime
• Learn and grow personally and professionally
• Involve your family and friends

What kinds of opportunities are available?

From educational outreach to patient support services to event planning to administrative support, the volunteer opportunities at American Liver Foundation are numerous. Fill out a Volunteer Application and tell us about your preferences and talents. Depending on your area of interest and your skill set, we will do our utmost to match you with a volunteer position that is challenging and rewarding. Who knows, perhaps you have thought of something we haven’t and your input may even inspire the creation of new volunteer opportunities!

Virtual Volunteer

The Great Lakes Division, Illinois office is looking to fill the position of Virtual Volunteer. The Virtual Volunteer will assist with varying event, program and operational needs of the Great Lakes Division from home.

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To apply for this opportunity, please submit your resume and cover letter to:

Administrative Assistant
American Liver Foundation
67 East Madison Street, Suite 1614
Chicago, IL 60603

Operations Volunteer

We are seeking volunteers to help with office tasks during business hours (9am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday). Tasks range from preparing mailings, photocopies, filing. We also need data entry volunteers and people willing to complete online research for us.

Excellent computer skills. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and an ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously. Self motivated with initiative and independent action expected within scope of responsibilities.

•Prepare weekly deposits
•Process donations, update relevant files and databases
•Manage bi-weekly accounts payable functions
•Collect funds and process invoicing
•Keep track of all Division acknowledgements and written memorials
•Manage databases for office data
•Maintain all office supplies and order when necessary

To apply for this opportunity, please submit your resume and cover letter to:

Administrative Assistant
American Liver Foundation
67 East Madison Street, Suite 1614
Chicago, IL 60603

Love Your Liver Program Volunteer

Primary Function:
Love Your Liver volunteers, under the direction of the Program Manager, will assist with the implementation of the Love Your Liver youth education program.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:
•Conduct outreach to schools and community-based organizations
•Schedule and present Love Your Liver programs
•Assist with evaluation summary process for Love Your Liver Program participants

Related Skills or Knowledge
•Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills
•Experience and interest in working with youth
•Self-motivated, enthusiastic and committed to excellence of work
•Familiarity with Powerpoint

About the Love Your Liver Program
Love Your Liver is ALF’s interactive liver wellness education program targeted to elementary, middle, and high school students. The Love Your Liver program has successfully reached over 50,000 students.

It is the American Liver Foundation’s hope that after participating in the Love Your Liver program, students will have a greater awareness and understanding of the liver’s importance and will take action to maximize their liver health and to prevent the spread of liver disease.

All Love Your Liver volunteers receive a comprehensive training on the program and its implementation.

For more information about the Love Your Liver program, go to:
http://www.liverfoundation.org/chapters/yep

If interested in becoming a Love Your Liver Program Volunteer:

Please submit your resume to:

Administrative Assistant
American Liver Foundation
67 East Madison Street, Suite 1614
Chicago, IL 60603

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Page updated: August 16th, 2013

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