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Published 3/11/26 3:23PM

KARES Family & Science Conference

KARES Foundation
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Ann Arbor, MI
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    • Details

    Start Date:
    June 27, 2026, 8:15 AM GMT-4
    End Date:
    June 28, 2026
    Available Times:
    Weekends (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few days
    Commitment Details:
    Volunteer shifts are 8:15am–4:15pm, or half-day options 8:15am–12:30pm or 1:15pm–4:15pm for June 27, 2026 and Sunday, June 28, 2026 is a half day 8:15am-12:30pm
    Recurrence:
    One time only
    Volunteers Needed:
    30
    Cause Areas:
    Children & Youth, Community Development, Disability, Family, Research & Social Science
    Benefits:
    Training Provided, Academic Credit Available
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    We place a strong emphasis on having volunteers who feel comfortable supporting children with diverse needs, and this weekend offers a unique learning opportunity within a supportive, well-structured environment.

    Description

    About the Event

    The KARES Family & Science Conference will take place on Saturday, June 27 and Sunday, June 28, 2026, and brings together families from around the world alongside researchers and clinicians focused on KDM5C (Claes Jensen Syndrome). During conference sessions, children with KDM5C and their siblings will participate in KARES Camp.

    What You’ll Do

    • Support children ages 2–17 in a fun, engaging camp environment
    • Participate in activities such as free play, music, arts & crafts, and structured programming
    • Work with low ratios (1:2 for children with KDM5C; 1:4 for siblings)
    • Receive training, materials, meals, snacks, and an event T-shirt

    Why Volunteer

    • Meaningful, resume-building experience with a population rarely encountered in coursework
    • Up to 10 volunteer or clinical hours (coordination with faculty available)
    • Opportunity to explore future internship or volunteer roles with KARES (communications, marketing, finance, and more)

    Schedule

    • Saturday, June 27: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (conference sessions 9:00–4:00)
    • Sunday, June 28: 8:00 AM–1:00 PM (conference sessions 9:00–12:00)

    Additional Requirements

    • Attendance at one mandatory Zoom training session (multiple options available)
    • Ongoing communication via email or text
    • Two professional references

    Location

    On-site

    Michigan League

    911 N University Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48109, USA

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    Send Email

    Hi! My name is Jazmyne, I am coordinating childcare for the KARES Conference this June. If you have a questions, interest, etc. please reach out to me so we can chat more and go from there!

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