Volunteers needed for NAMIWalks Southwest Florida 5k Walk Fundraiser

Located in Fort Myers, NAMI Southwest Florida raises awareness and provides essential education, advocacy and support group programs at no cost for people living with mental illness and their loved ones right here in our community. NAMI Southwest Florida is a nonprofit, grassroots organization that addresses the mental health needs of our community, replaces stigma with understanding and helps thousands of families and individuals each year.

NAMI Southwest Florida is a 501(c)3 mental health membership organization. We are seeking volunteers to help us organize our annual 5k Sunset Walk for Mental Health Fundraiser. Students can gain hours through outreach events and on the actual day of the fundraiser.

Volunteers are needed on March 8th fom 1 PM-9 PM with shifts available within the event time.

To sign up, please go to https://namilee.org/get-involved/volunteer/ and fill out the volunteer form. Please be sure to select " NAMIWalks" under the "Volunteer Opportunities" section.

https://namilee.org/

Students who complete this event gain skills in Teamwork/Collaboration, Leadership, Professionalism/Work Ethic

This aligns with the following Sustainable Development Goals: Good Health and Well-being (3), Quality Education (4), Reduced Inequalities (10), Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions (16)