- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
Join the Mission: Volunteer for the AFF Warrior Yomp 2024-Be a Hero for Our Heroes!
ORGANIZATION: ALLIED FORCES FOUNDATION INC
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
Are you ready to make a difference for our wounded, ill, and injured veterans? The Allied Forces Foundation invites you to be part of something truly special. The AFF Warrior Yomp 2024 is a challenging and inspiring event that brings together participants from across the country in support of those who have sacrificed for our freedom.
Why Volunteer?
Volunteering at AFF Warrior Yomp is more than just lending a helping hand. It’s about joining a mission of recovery, wellness, and healing for veterans and service members who have faced unimaginable challenges. Whether you’re supporting participants on the trail or helping with event logistics, every volunteer plays a vital role in making this event possible.
What You’ll Do:
* Assist with participant packet preparation prior to the event
* Assist with registration and participant check-ins
* Support on-site logistics and event setup at Gravelly Point
* Provide hydration and encouragement at trail checkpoints
* Help virtual participants engage and feel connected
* Contribute to creating an uplifting and inclusive experience for al
Got Professional Skills?
We’re also looking for volunteers with specialized skills! If you have experience in photography or drone operations, we’d love your help in capturing the action, ensuring safety, and providing medical assistance. Let us know if you can lend your expertise!
Who We’re Looking For:
We need passionate, dedicated volunteers who believe in supporting our veterans. No prior event experience is required-just a positive attitude, a strong sense of teamwork, and a desire to make an impact!
Event Details:
November 16-17, 2024
Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia - The Yomp will kick off Saturday 16 November at Gravelly Point. Yompers will hike by the Military Women's Memorial and Lincoln Memorial, through Roosevelt Island, and along the C&O Canal Trail. The 25-mile Bronze Checkpoint and turnaround is at Lock House 6. Yompers will have until 0700 on Sunday, 17 November to arrive back at Gravelly Point and complete the 50-mile course.
Virtual and In-Person Volunteer Opportunities Available! *Volunteer Shift options will be discussed during Volunteer zoom meet-up prior to event.
How to Get Involved:
If you’re ready to be a part of something incredible, sign up today! Your time and energy can help empower our veterans, creating a lasting impact on their lives and their families.
7 Shifts
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Sat Nov 16, 2024
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10:00 PM to 02:00 AM EST
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Spots available: 3
Shifts will broken down during volunteer zoom meeting
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Sat Nov 16, 2024
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06:00 PM to 10:00 PM EST
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Spots available: 4
Shifts will broken down during volunteer zoom meeting
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Sat Nov 16, 2024
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02:00 PM to 06:00 PM EST
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Spots available: 10+
Shifts will broken down during volunteer zoom meeting
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Sat Nov 16, 2024
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10:00 AM to 02:00 PM EST
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Spots available: 10+
Shifts will broken down during volunteer zoom meeting
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Sat Nov 16, 2024
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06:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST
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Spots available: 3
Shifts will broken down during volunteer zoom meeting
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Sat Nov 16, 2024
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02:00 AM to 06:00 AM EST
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Spots available: 4
Shifts will broken down during volunteer zoom meeting
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Fri Nov 15, 2024
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12:00 PM to 05:00 PM EST
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Spots available: 5
Packet pickup
More opportunities with ALLIED FORCES FOUNDATION INC
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About ALLIED FORCES FOUNDATION INC
Location:
713 Montauk Court, Leesburg, VA 20176, US
Mission Statement
Unite wounded, ill, and injured service people and Veterans as well as caregivers from the United States, United Kingdom, and allied nation’s forces in wellness and healing. Those who have fought together reunite, share experiences, an offer support to one another. Fight together. Heal together. Side by Side. Pugnare Simul. Convalesce Simul. Ut unum.
Description
Allied Forces Foundation (AFF) was founded in 2013 to give wounded and injured service men and women an opportunity to engage in adventurous and challenging outdoor activities and inspire others who may have lost hope for doing the same. AFF strives to improve the lives of our wounded, ill, and injured veterans by providing a space for those who have fought together to reunite, share experiences, and offer support to one another.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Gravelly PointGeorge Washington Memorial ParkwayArlington, VA 22202
DATE POSTED
October 31, 2024
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
- Public Groups
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 16
- minimum 4 hour shifts; may sign up for one or multiple shifts including overnight shifts