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2026 Down Syndrome Network Buddy Walk Volunteer

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

    Date:
    October 10, 2026, 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM CDT
    Available Times:
    Weekends (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours
    Commitment Details:
    Shifts are 2 hours and there is a variety of activities to help with. General setup, Registration, Supervise Inflatable game, help at Silent Auction, help with the Safari Wagon Rides, get the dancing started at Club 321, hand out awards, and cleanup
    Recurrence:
    One time only
    Volunteers Needed:
    20
    Cause Areas:
    Disability
    Good For:
    Teens, Public Groups, Age 55+, Private Corporate Groups
    Age Requirement:
    15+
    Wheelchair Accessible

    Description

    2026 Down Syndrome Network Buddy Walk Volunteer

    The key to a successful Buddy Walk is the hard work of its volunteers. Sign up and help us out for a few hours! Service hours are available. And every volunteer gets a free Buddy Walk t-shirt. Work 2 shifts (2nd & 3rd) and we will buy you lunch.

    Shifts Available

    Time slots available to work on Saturday, October 10, include:

    First Shift: 8:30 - 10:30 am | General Setup & Registration

    Second Shift: 9:30 - 11:30 am| Inflatable Games, Registration, Silent Auction, Safari Wagon Rides, Club 321 Dance Party

    Third Shift: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Walk, Inflatable Games, and Cleanup

    Location

    On-site

    Champaign County Fairgrounds

    1302 N Coler Ave, Urbana, IL 61801, USA

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    Volunteer at a fun event and have a great time :-)

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