Nonprofit
Published 11/13/25 2:55PM

Social Media Volunteer – ABC7 Gibbons 5K Run & 3K Walk

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Northfield, IL
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  • Details

    Start Date:
    November 13, 2025, 1:00 PM GMT-6
    End Date:
    June 2, 2026, 1:00 PM GMT-5
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Commitment Details:
    We are flexible with schedule but we would need a commitment of approx. 8 hours per week
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    4
    Cause Areas:
    Health & Medicine, Sports & Recreation
    Benefits:
    Training Provided, Academic Credit Available
    Good For:
    Teens
    Participation Requirements:
    Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    16+

    Description

    Social Media Volunteer – ABC7 Gibbons 5K Run & 3K Walk

    About the Role:

    We’re seeking a creative, motivated Social Media Volunteers to help bring the energy and impact of the ABC7 Gibbons Run to life online. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in event marketing, nonprofit communications, and community engagement.

    Responsibilities:

    • Develop and schedule engaging social media content (Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn) leading up to the event.
    • Capture and share stories about participants, teams, and sponsors.
    • Assist with on-site content creation on event day (Saturday, May 30).
    • Help monitor engagement and respond to community interactions.
    • Collaborate with staff to ensure consistent branding and messaging.

    Qualifications:

    • Strong writing and communication skills.
    • Experience with social media platforms and content creation tools (Canva, Meta Business Suite, etc.).
    • Enthusiastic, detail-oriented, and reliable.
    • Interest in marketing, communications, or nonprofit work.
    • Availability to attend the event on May 30, 2026, is preferred

    Location

    On-site

    Leukemia Research Foundation Office

    191 Waukegan Rd, Northfield, IL 60093, USA
    Suite 150

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    Instructions:

    Benefits:

    • Gain valuable experience in social media marketing and event promotion.
    • Build your portfolio with real-world nonprofit content.
    • Work with a supportive team making a difference in the fight against leukemia.
    • Academic credit available if approved by your institution.
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