Volunteer

Why Volunteer? Just look...

It takes the help of volunteers to ensure fundraising and special events are successful.

Email Kim Rosenthal at krosenth@arthritis.org for a volunteer application.

One example is Cabin Fever, a weekend getaway sponsored by the Eastern Missouri Chapter to allow kids with arthritis the chance to be with their peers and parents the chance to attend speakers and discussion groups with other parents.

Cabin Fever Weekend is held annually and relies heavily on dedicated volunteers to help with the children's various activities. Contact Kim Rosenthal for information on volunteer and/or sponsorship information.

Become an aquatics instructor The Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program was created for people with arthritis to keep joints flexible, muscles strong and to help reduce the pain associated with arthritis. WIth less pain, people with arthritis may be able to reduce their reliance on pain medication.

Interested in being an instructor? Fill out and send in our application.

Linda Pourchot has been an aquatics instructor for nearly 17 years. Read her story

Become an exercise instructor The Arthritis Foundation exercise program was developed by physical therapists specifically for people with arthritis or related conditions. This low-impact class can be taken either sitting or standing, whichever is most comfortable.

Want to be an instructor? Fill out and send in our application

Get Involved!

We need your help to succeed in our mission to improve lives through leadership in the prevention, control and cure of arthritis and related diseases. The Eastern Missouri Chapter has many volunteer opportunities available to suit your interests including:

Use your expertise and talent by serving on special event and program committees
Become a Program and/or Service leader for people with arthritis
Become part of the Speakers Bureau and talk to audiences about arthritis and related topics
Volunteer to work at special events
Work at the chapter or branch office doing general office duties.
Get work experience by volunteering for an educational internship
Help distribute information about events and programs throughout the area.

For more information, please send an email to Kim Rosenthal or call (314)991-9333.

Internship Opportunities

The Eastern Missouri Chapter offers internship opportunities to both undergraduate and graduate students in the areas of:

Marketing/Public Relations
Health Promotions
Special Events/Food and Beverage Management
Social Work
Business Operation/Accounting

Candidates should have three or more years of undergraduate experience in business administration, marketing, health promotions, journalism, mass communications/public relations and/or social work. Interns must have knowledge of MS Office computer applications, the ability to communicate effectively, and excellent organizational and problem solving skills. They must also be pro-active, creative and work well independently as well as with other staff and volunteers.

For more information, contact Elizabeth Campero or call (314) 991-9333.