The Greater Chesapeake and Potomac Chapter relies on our amazing volunteers to help us achieve our goals and support our Type One community. We are always searching for dedicated volunteers who can give their time in a variety of ways. Please contact Outreach Coordinator Kristen Van Meter at kvanmeter@jdrf.org or 443-792-4228 for more information on any volunteer interest. 

Chapter Events

We have various events throughout the year that without our volunteers could not be possible. Please see a calendar of our events here. Currently, our greatest need for volunteers will be at our Maryland Hope Gala on November 18th.

JDRF Offices

Interested in helping at one of our offices? Our chapter welcomes office volunteers with skills in data entry, organization, graphic design, writing/editing, mailings, and the million and one tasks it takes to fund T1D research.

Corporate Committee

The chapter’s Corporate Committee is focused on identifying, developing, and stewarding our corporate partners across all events and programs. Committee volunteers play a vital role in helping the chapter expand our network by reaching out to his/her personal and professional contacts and engaging them in our mission to turn Type One into Type None. This committee meets monthly by conference call, with 2-3 in-person meetings per year and is perfect for volunteers who enjoy sales and networking.

Communications Committee

The chapter’s Communications Committee works in partnership with staff and committee members to develop a media plan that incorporates strategies for all events/programs with regard to event promotion. Members work to develop relationships with various local media outlets, as well as work to create press releases and media advisories. This committee meets monthly by conference call and is perfect for volunteers with professional interest and experience in communications, marketing, and public relations.

Advocacy

Sign up as an Advocate and you will receive emails on different ways you can let Congress know how important treating, curing, and preventing T1D is to you! You can get involved from right where you are! JDRF Advocacy provides a unique opportunity for you to help JDRF take one step closer to treating, curing, and preventing type 1 diabetes. View more ways to get involved in advocacy here!