Volunteer

Are you looking for a way to give back to the community? There is no more rewarding way to lend a hand than by volunteering for an organization that you are passionate about. As a non-profit organization, we rely on the generosity of our volunteers to continue being able to provide top-quality programs and services to our clients, and we are currently looking for volunteers for a number of upcoming events:

July 10 (8:00-11:00 am): It’s our annual Stampede Breakfast! We need people to prepare and serve pancakes and sausages, as well as to greet our hungry breakfasters!

August 29 – 31 (10:00 am – 6:00 pm): The DDRC will be running a consession stand at the 2014 Shaw Charity Classic at Canyon Meadows Golf and Country Club. We need volunteers to prepare and serve hot dogs, sandwiches, and drinks.

September 25 (6:00 – 9:00 pm): Volunteers are needed for a variety of small roles at the 19th annual Inclusion Awards!

November 21 – 22: It’s casino time! Come lend a hand at one of our biggest fundraising events of the year!

For more information, or to sign up, contact the DDRC’s Volunteer and Development Coordinator Austin Clem.

14418095706_c3114617ed_b — Two of our great volunteers at the Vipond Charity Golf Classic with Volunteer and Development Coordinator Austin Clem (far right).

January 1st can be an exciting time to make changes, break habits, or try something new. However, according to Forbes Magazine, only 8% percent of people who make New Year’s Resolutions are successful in achieving them. This year, the DDRC has some ideas to help you make a resolution you can keep.

Get in shape: If personal health is your focus for 2014, challenge yourself by joining Team DDRC in the Scotiabank Calgary Marathon Charity Challenge. Walkers and runners can register for a variety of distances, anywhere from 5 to 50 kilometers! As a part of Team DDRC, you even have the option of taking your resolution to the next level by fundraising for the agency. For more information e-mail [email protected], or click here to register!

Volunteer: If you are looking for a way to use your spare time more effectively while giving back to the community, the DDRC has volunteer opportunities for you! Currently, we are seeking a facilitator for the everyone belongs™ Toastmasters Club. As the club’s past president, Marilyn Wilson, said “the more you do it, the better you will be.” For more information, click here.

Learn Something New: Are you a part of a group, class, or organization that could benefit from a disability awareness presentation? We have spoken to groups of all ages, covering a variety of topics that relate to living with a developmental disability. For more information, or to schedule a presentation with your group, e-mail [email protected].

Be a part of the 8%, and make a resolution you can keep!

Team DDRC runners feeling great after completing the 5k!

Club members at the official charter party. — Toastmaters club members at the official charter party.

Volunteers Needed!

What’s Your Resolution for 2014?