Thank you for your interest in our Volunteer Program at The Wellness Community – Arizona (TWC-AZ). There is a saying that, “Nobody can do everything, but everyone can do something.” This is especially true at TWC-AZ where everyone wears many hats. As a part of our volunteer network you have the opportunity to “do something” and become involved with an organization that makes a life changing difference in the lives of thousands of people every day.
Volunteers serve in a variety of capacities including: front office administration, community outreach, hands-on event assistance, house maintenance support, library volunteers, mailing committee, seminar and event greeters, and program service support. We can work together to find the right place for you to serve. ??
Whether you are able to help for an hour, several hours, a day, during business hours, evenings, or on the weekend, we would like to talk with you.
You can reach Darcy Ljunggren, our Event and Volunteer Coordinator at (602) 712-1006 Ext 204 or dljunggren@twccaz.org
 Download a printable Volunteer Application or call Darcy at 602-712-1006 to have one mailed to you. Does your company offer a company contribution for your service hours? These companies do! - Avnet
- Chase
- Medtronics
- Verizon Wireless
Keep our list growing. If your company makes a charitable contribution for your service hours, please call Darcy at 602-712-1006 or email at dljunggren@twccaz.org
Volunteer Opportunities:
- Administrative: Assist staff with administrative needs, including filing, making copies, data entry, etc.
- Reception: Answer phones, light clerical duties and greeting TWC-AZ visitors.
- House Host: Maintain kitchens and large group areas to be tidy and organized.
- Monthly Mailers: Assist with monthly mailings and special event mailings.
- Special Events Volunteer: Opportunities range from planning the event, to helping with set-up, running of the events and clean-up.
- Outreach Ambassador: Assist with community distribution or brochures and bi-monthly calendars, and/or participate in health fairs.
- Entertainment: Volunteer your time and talents as a musician, comedian, singer, child entertainer, etc. for our special events.
- Leadership Council: Business and community leaders offer their knowledge, advice and leadership to advance The Wellness Community – Arizona.
| "We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give." -Anonymous
When Kara first toured The Wellness Community – Arizona (TWC-AZ) she remembers thinking “what a special place.” Many people in Kara’s life have been affected by cancer. There are “stories of triumph,” but she has lost both of her parents and a dear friend. One of her two brothers is currently undergoing treatment for advanced prostate cancer. She considers it “a privilege to share the intimate journey” of cancer treatment with her loved ones.
Kara is a native of Tucson, holding a Bachelor in Public Administration and a Masters in Human Resource Management. She is the Firm Administrator at a law firm in Chandler. Recently she purchased her first road bike and has learned that; “money is no object when it comes to a comfortable seat, AAA does not respond to flat bike tires, and the thrill of a downhill rush is always preceded by a less thrilling uphill climb.”
Kara began volunteering at TWC-AZ a few years ago, first stuffing and licking envelopes and then joining the Leadership Council. She enjoys coordinating the annual Innovations in Corporate Wellness seminar. Her most memorable moment at TWC-AZ was David Archuleta’s private performance for the Teen Group. Kara recalls, “He talked about his fears of being able to face life’s challenges. In that moment, he was a kid, just like they were. It was a gift to be present to that level of authenticity.”
TWC-AZ makes Kara thinks about the song Stand by Rascal Flatts. “TWC-AZ offers people fighting cancer the support it takes to Stand.”
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