Wheels Cycling Event Committee Member

(Darling Home for Kids)

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Position ID: V-HVC0605
Last Full Update: 26 Jan 2022

Opportunity Details: Wheels Cycling Event Committee Member

Comments The Darling Home for Kids is a state-of-the-art facility set on a beautiful 77-acre woodlot in Milton, Ontario. Nestled on the Niagara Escarpment, the Home’s tranquil surroundings are just minutes away from Highway 401 and the conveniences of the Town of Milton, Ontario’s fastest growing community.  
Designed and built to be a home away from home, The Darling Home for Kids has 7 bedrooms and can accommodate 12 children for overnight respite, palliative and residential care. Additional children and families can receive service through day programs and community outreach services. We are an oasis of joy and comfort to the children and their families who access Darling Home for Kids.
Contact Erin Huber, Volunteer Engagement Officer, The Darling Home for Kids; Phone: 905 878-7673 ext 218; Email: ehuber@darlinghomeforkids.ca
Duties Be an active participant in all facets of the event from planning and developing the ride and the event day logistics, outreach and procurement of sponsorship and event prizing. Assist with the individual rider and corporate rider team sales. On event day help prepare and set-up. Committee volunteers play a role in our success in raising funds to support children with complex medical needs. 
 
An interest in cycling and skills in event planning and fundraising are preferred.  
We understand and appreciated that each volunteer's skill may not fit with every task.
More Info Link www.darlinghomeforkids.ca
Benefits Expand your network 
Raise your profile in community 
Strengthen your project and team management skills 
Connect with your community.
Clients The Darling Home for Kids supports children who are medically fragile.
Ages 19 year(s) and up
Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours No
Suitable For Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Post-secondary students ; Persons with a physical disability ; Couples
Areas of Interest Committees ; Community Outreach ; Event Coordination & Support ; Marketing & Promotions ; Recreation & Sports ; Special Needs / Differently Abled ; Volunteer from Home / Virtual
Skills/Experience Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Customer Service ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Friendly & Outgoing ; General Computer Skills ; Leadership ; Marketing & PR ; Planning & Organizing ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently ; Sports & Coaching ; Team Work ; Preferably cyclists or individuals with event planning experience.
Commitment Length Medium Term (4 months to 1 year) - Event takes place in June 2021 ; We hope committee members will commit to a 2 year term.
Interaction Level Solitary ; One-on-one ; Small Group ; Virtual Volunteering - Teleconference, Skype, FaceTime for meetings
Minimum Hours 8 / Month
Dates and Times Meetings will be held virtually. Most volunteer work is done independently.
Seasons Year Round ; Meetings from January to June.
Accessibility Fully Accessible ; Wheelchair accessible washroom, assistance needed with door
Location 5657 15th Side Road, Milton (The Darling Home for Kids). Milton Community Outreach
Number of Positions Milton: 4 individual(s) 
 
4 individual(s) needed in total.
Training Orientation
Application Deadline 31 Mar 2022
Police Check Not Required
Additional Requirements Preferably cyclists or individuals with event planning experience.
Start Date On or after 01 Feb 2022
End Date 01 Jul 2022

Agency Details: Darling Home for Kids

Office Phone 905-878-7673
Toll Free Phone 1-877-406-7673
Fax 905-878-9886
E-Mail info@darlinghomeforkids.ca
Website www.darlinghomeforkids.ca
Address & Map
5657 15th Side Rd
Milton, ON L9T 0C8
 
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