Community Program Department

Committee Member:  Committee members fulfill the education mission of Susan G. Komen for the Cure through various programs designed to increase awareness and knowledge of breast health and Komen activities for both Affiliate members and the general public. Committees include:  Grants, Education and Screening. A year long commitment is necessary, along with the ability to attend or teleconference into monthly meetings. We are looking for volunteers who have leadership skills, planning experience, or are comfortable with financial information. 

Speaker’s Bureau:  The Speaker’s Bureau is responsible for increasing both awareness and knowledge of breast health practices and Susan G. Komen for the Cure by providing education outreach programs to the general public, companies and community groups. Volunteers who have experience in public speaking, or are knowledgeable about breast health are desired. Training is provided.

Health Fairs:  Volunteers are needed to represent Susan G. Komen for the Cure at various Health Fairs. The goal is to increase the general publics awareness and knowledge of breast health and of the organization. Duties may include setting up a display, answering questions about Susan G. Komen for the Cure, breast health, and handing out educational information. Health Fairs are usually scheduled at various locations during weekday office hours, however some weekend opportunities are available. Volunteers should be comfortable talking with the public, and be willing to learn basic information breast health and our organization.

Peer Reviewer:  This group of volunteers is responsible for reviewing Community Grant applications, assigning scores to categories that are addressed in the application, and make funding recommendations based upon the merit of the project, proposed work-plan and objectives, and budget. Reviews take place during the month of January, and require a 10 hour time commitment, as well as the ability to attend a training session. The ability to understand the community profile and grant expectations, as well as offer constructive feedback is required.

Survivor Activities:  Participate as a volunteer breast cancer survivor or as a dedicated volunteer in various survivor activities which include the Issues After Breast Cancer Conference in March of each year, or the Survivor Luncheon Committee. Survivors are also needed to share their stories at events, with the media, or in an assortment of articles. Some responsibilities involve commitments of only a day, however other positions may involve a longer time period.