Volunteer Opportunities
We must not for a moment underestimate what we are up against. Breast
cancer is the leading cause of cancer death for women between the
age of 40 and 59. In the next three minutes, a new case will be diagnosed.
An estimated 192,200 women and 1,500 men were diagnosed with breast
cancer during 2001.
Most women will have no known risks factors for breast cancer. It is
a random disease touching all of us. We do not know what causes breast
cancer. There is no known cure at this time. Early detection with follow-up
continues to be the key to survival. Over 95 percent of women with early
diagnosed breast cancer will survive for more than five years. Mammograms,
monthly self-breast exams and regular clinical breast exams are vital.
You can help put an end to breast cancer. Consider volunteering. The
SW MI Affiliate is completely built on volunteers from the community.
There are no paid staff members.
Volunteers are needed throughout the year.
Let us know when you are available, and the amount of time you can donate.
Call 1.877.566.3679 or email
Why not join one of our committees today? The Affiliate is here to make
a difference in SW Michigan.
Community Relations Team
Education Assistant
Expansion Team
Fundraising Committee
Grants Committee
Membership Committee
Office Assistant
Public Relations
Race for the Cure® or other events
Planning committee member
Assisted before and after event
Available for the day of the event
Working together, we can overcome breast cancer.
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