Volunteers are the heart of our mission. Whether you're personally connected to childhood cancer or simply looking to make a difference in your community, your time and skills will have an impact. On this page, you'll discover various volunteer opportunities that can be tailored to your interests and availability, all designed to help us create lasting change together. Join us in making a difference - get involved with us!
At Our Fundraising Events
We have many annual events throughout the year. We need your help with the following...
CARE to Run 5K: This is a spring event (April/May) with volunteer needs beginning in March and on the event day. The greatest volunteer need is on the event day.
Spring Event/Gala: This is a spring/summer event, and volunteers are needed beginning in January and on the event day.
If you are interested in volunteering at either of these events, email lisa.williams@thecircleofcare.org
With Our Programs
Our Programs Team requires volunteer support year-round to ensure our services have the maximum impact on families who need us. From organizing supplies for families as they arrive at our office to delivering holiday gifts, there are various opportunities for you to get involved. Please email programs@thecircleofcare.org to get started.
At the Hospital
We train and certify those interested in volunteering at Yale New Haven Children's Hospital on the hematology/oncology floor to ensure each volunteer has an empathetic understanding of what families are facing. Volunteering at the hospital is ideal for those who can offer a significant time commitment and who will be able to volunteer for longer than one season.
All volunteers must apply through Yale New Haven Health to be accepted to the hospital's volunteer program. Volunteers chosen to work on the pediatric hematology/oncology floor will receive supplemental training from Circle of Care. If you have any questions about Circle of Care's training, email us here.
Join a Committee
Please help us to continue our mission by joining one of our committees. Joining a committee is typically less of a time commitment than a board position but offers an opportunity to impact our work. We are always looking for individuals to help in the following areas:
Marketing: Help raise awareness! Opportunities include creating web copy, TikTok/Reels, press relations, and other forms of communication. Interested in helping out our marketing team? Email heather.stabinsky@thecircleofcare.org
Resource Development: Skilled at grant writing and relationship building? Analytical and task-driven? This committee's opportunities include grant writing and corporate partnership development. Email liz.vega@thecircleofcare.org to get involved.
Special Events: We're always looking for new members to bring fresh perspectives to the following committees.
Childhood Cancer Awareness Month: Assist with our efforts to raise awareness in August and September. If you want to spread the word and turn your town, school, or workplace "gold" for childhood cancer, please email lisa.williams@thecircleofcare.org. Planning begins the summer before each September.
5K Committee: Our annual CARE to Run 5K fundraiser occurs in the spring each year. Are you a runner? Interested in event creation? Join us in planning our next 5K and help us take it to the next level this year! Planning for the next event begins in January.
Golf Committee: Our annual CARE to Swing golf event occurs each fall at Rolling Hills Country Club in Wilton. Planning begins the spring before each event. To get involved, email lisa.williams@thecircleofcare.org.
Gala/Spring Event Committee: We host a spring/summer fundraising event each year to support our programs and services. This is one of our most important fundraising events of the year. Please email liz.vega@thecircleofcare.org if you are interested in getting involved. Planning begins in January before each event.
Contact us for more information on involvement in any of our events.
