Team Hope Walk Alabama - Team Development Committee Member

About Team Hope Walk: The Team Hope Walk program is HDSA’s signature grassroots fundraising campaign designed to provide hope and support for those touched by this devastating disease. All proceeds support HDSA’s mission to improve the lives of people affected by HD and their families. Since their inception in 2007, Team Hope Walks have occurred in over 100 different cities and have raised more than $26 million for the cause.

Role Purpose: This team of volunteers enjoys connecting with people and cheering on others’ success. They provide support in team formation, fundraising, and engaging participants leading up to event day.

Responsibilities:

• Recruit new teams by reaching out to friends, colleagues, schools or community groups
• Support existing teams — check in with Team Captains, encourage fundraising progress, and celebrate milestones
• Promote the Walk by sharing registration links and fundraising resources through email, social media, and word of mouth
• Motivate fundraisers by highlighting incentives, sharing stories of impact, and creating friendly challenges between teams
• Collaborate with the Marketing Chair and HDSA staff to spotlight top fundraisers and post updates
• Assist on event day by welcoming teams and cheering walkers along the route