Alzheimer’s Research UK is the UK’s leading dementia research charity dedicated to diagnosis, prevention, treatment and cure. Backed by our passionate scientists and supporters, we’re challenging the way people think about dementia, bringing together the people and organisations who can speed up progress, and investing in cutting-edge research.
We believe that medical research can and will deliver life-changing preventions, treatments and one day, a cure for dementia. Alzheimer’s Research UK exists to make this happen and with your support, we’ll make life-changing breakthroughs possible.
What does the opportunity involve doing?
Alzheimer’s Research UK is looking for volunteers to cheer on our incredible runners at The Brighton Marathon on Sunday 12 September 2021.
With a stunning coastal backdrop in one of the country’s most vibrant cities, the Brighton Marathon gets bigger and better every year! Renowned for its buzzing atmosphere and roaring crowd support, the course winds through the city streets, finishing up on the spectacular Brighton seafront.
We need you to whoop and cheer as loud as you can at our designated cheer point (Bedford Square) to give our runners a vital boost as they go past, encouraging them to keep going and helping them achieve their goal.
We’ll provide an Alzheimer’s Research UK T-Shirt, banners, balloons, cheering sticks and everything else you need to stand out from the crowd!
Time Commitment
• 11am to 4pm approx. (we appreciate whatever time you can spare, whether you can join us for the whole slot or just an hour or two!)
• We’ll provide you with an event brief with the exact cheer point location details.
Practical considerations
• Plan your journey to the cheer station in advance.
• You’ll be outdoors and standing for the duration of your volunteering so wear comfortable, weather appropriate clothing and footwear.
What's next?
Please follow the link below to fill in a simple online registration form and a member of our team will be in touch:
https://www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/volunteer/cheer-squads
What induction, training and support is offered?
In return, as one of Alzheimer’s Research UK’s Cheer squad volunteers you’ll benefit from:
• Gaining a new volunteering experience and meeting an enthusiastic team of people.
• Soaking up the unbeatable atmosphere of an iconic event with stunning seaside views.
• Getting an insight into the charity sector and how sporting events are managed.
• Support from a dedicated member of staff who will provide advanced briefing and a cheer team leader who will be on hand to support you throughout your volunteering on the day.
• All cheer squad materials will be provided including a free Alzheimer’s Research UK orange T-Shirt.
• Reimbursement of reasonable out-of-pocket expenses.
What skills or qualities are needed?
What are we looking for?
• Enthusiasm!
• A passion for supporting and motivating our runners!
• Commitment to be bold, loud and extremely orange!
Date added
17th August 2021
Organisation
Location
Bedford Square
Brighton
Deadline for applications
3 Sep 2021
Categories
Other groups
Activities
Helping at a one off event or festival Sports/games
Disabled access?
No
Expenses paid?
Yes
Childcare available?
No
Contact name
Katie Bartlett
Phone number
0300 111 5555
Email address
volunteer@alzheimersresearchuk.org
https://www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/how-you-can-help/volunteering/cheer-squads/
