Opportunities From: iVolunteer Powered by United Way British Columbia

What You’ll Do

As the Committee Member, you will:

Assist with event planning, logistics, and event-day executionSupport the Event coordinator with coordinating volunteers, activity leads, and community partnersWork alongside the ALS Society and families to ensure a meaningful event experienceHelp organize timelines, run-of-show, and on-site operationsAssist in supporting marketing, outreach, and participant engagementHelp ensure the event reflects our mission of hope, remembrance, and action

What We’re Looking For

The time commitment for this role is around 1 hour every 2 weeks for preparation, starting several months in advance. As the event approaches, involvement increases to about 1 hour per week in the weeks leading up to it. On event day, you’ll need to dedicate approximately 5 to 7 hours to ensure everything runs smoothly.Organized, dependable, and willing to lend a handClear communicator who works well with teamsAbility to stay calm and focused in a busy environmentPassion for supporting the ALS community and creating uplifting experiencesExperience in events or project coordination (preferred, not required)

What’s in It for You

Hands-on experience leading a major community eventOpportunity to meet passionate advocates and familiesLeadership and project management experience for your resumeThe chance to make a meaningful difference for those living with ALS Comprehensive training, continuous support, and a chance to make a lasting impact on the ALS and PLS community.

If you’re passionate about making a difference, we want you! Let’s turn hope into action, celebrate community strength, and impact lives together.

We're looking for members to help in Vernon and Victoria.

Key Responsibilities:

Event Planning: Lead event timeline, logistics, program flow, and day‑of operations.Fundraising: Works with committee members and the ALS BC staff to align activities to help raise fundraising goals.Sponsorship: Coordinate sponsor recognition and serve as the day‑of contact for sponsors and key donors.Volunteer Management: Recruit, schedule, and guide volunteers; assign roles and provide on-site support.Guest Experience: Oversee registration, welcome activities, and ensure smooth play and participant enjoyment.Budget & Operations: Track expenses, coordinate vendors, and ensure safety and venue requirements are met.Post-Event: Lead teardown, support reporting, acknowledgements, and event debrief.

Qualification and Skills:

Familiarity with coordinating shotgun golf tournaments or outdoor sporting events is an assetExperience in event coordinationStrong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a live-event environment

Time Commitment

Flexible hoursOn-site presence required (approx. 12 hours on event day)Ability to work outdoors and be on your feet for extended periods

Volunteer Benefits

Lead a high-profile community event that directly supports ALS patients and researchBuild leadership and event‑management experience—great for resumes and career developmentExpand your network by working with sponsors, donors, community leaders, and volunteersMake a visible, meaningful impact on a cause that changes livesEnjoy a fun, energetic day outdoors with a passionate team and engaged participants Opportunity to be recognized through local media.

What You’ll Do

As the Event Coordinator, you will:

Lead all event logistics from planning to event-day executionCoordinate volunteers, activity leads, and community partnersWork closely with ALS Society and families to ensure a meaningful event experienceManage timelines, run-of-show, and on-site operationsSupport marketing, outreach, and participant engagementEnsure the event reflects our mission of hope, remembrance, and action

What We’re Looking For:

The time commitment for this role is around 1 hour every 2 weeks for preparation, starting several months in advance. As the event approaches, involvement increases to about 1 hour per week in the weeks leading up to it. Finally, on the event day itself, you’ll need to dedicate approximately 5 to 7 hours to ensure everything runs smoothly.Strong organizational and leadership skillsClear communicator who works well with teamsAbility to stay calm and focused in a busy environmentPassion for supporting the ALS community and creating uplifting experiencesExperience in events or project coordination (preferred, not required)

What’s in It for You:

Hands-on experience leading a major community eventOpportunity to meet passionate advocates and familiesLeadership and project management experience for your resumeThe chance to make a meaningful difference for those living with ALS

Comprehensive training, continuous support, and a chance to make a lasting impact on the ALS and PLS community. If you’re passionate about making a difference, we want you! Let’s turn hope into action, celebrate community strength, and impact lives together.

We're looking for coordinators in Vancouver, North Shore, Richmond, Tri-Cities, Williams Lake, and Kamloops.