About the role
About
We are a group of driven young professionals in the Northwest Denver Area, who want to enhance our community by supporting our Friends with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We meet once a month, every third Thursday evening. Our meetings rotate through a cycle of informational/planning, team building/networking, and volunteering at FRIENDS.
Our Goals
- To BeFRIEND professionals in the community to spread FRIENDS’ mission and strategic objectives
- To raise funds to support FRIENDS’ Day, Residential, Supported Employment, Social & Travel, and Behavioral Support programs
- To cultivate greater community awareness and to build partnerships in the Broomfield area and beyond
- To provide social, networking, development and volunteer opportunities that promote individual professional growth and organizational support for young aspiring and charitable professionals
- To increase corporate community and support
Membership Commitments
Attend monthly meetings
- Volunteer at 2+ BeFRIEND sanctioned volunteer opportunities
- Attend quarterly “At FRIENDS” & “Happy Hour” meetings as able
- One year of service on the Advisory Board
Commit to holding a FRIENDSgiving Campaign
Attend FRIENDS fundraising events as able (Topgolf Tournament, FRIENDS Luncheon & Fashion Show, and Variety Show)