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Qualifies as Local Volunteering?................................................................ 3  \nExample Organizations ....................................................................................... 3  \nOrganizing Volunteer Opportunities ................................................................... 5  \nVolunteer Signup Form ....................................................................................... 6  \nSample Volunteer Letter ..................................................................................... 6  \nChapter Donation Guidelines .............................................................................. 7  \nLiability Insurance .............................................................................................. 7  \nMetric Completion Checklist .............................................................................. 8  \nLinks to Additional Toolkit Resources  \n•  Chapter Website Handbook  \n•  Certificate of Liability Insurance  \n2  \nONCOLOGY NURSING SOCIETY  \nSuccess Metric: Local Volunteering  \nThis toolkit provides information on the Local Volunteering success metric. To complete this success metric, your chapter must participate in at least one local volunteering opportunity.  \nWhat Qualifies as Local Volunteering?  \nFor this metric, volunteer opportunities related to oncology care and awareness can provide significant value to your community. Consider participating in the following activities as a chapter:  \n• Fundraising walks or runs: Coordinate or join events like Relay for Life to raise awareness and funds for cancer research.  \n• Support groups: Facilitate or participate in local cancer support groups, offering professional expertise or emotional support.  \n• Health education workshops: Deliver workshops on oncology-related topics like cancer prevention, treatment options, or healthy living.  \n• Hospice and palliative care: Volunteer with hospice organizations to provide compassionate care or administrative support.  \nIn addition to oncology-focused volunteering, chapters can benefit from engaging members in broader community efforts, such as the following:  \n• Food pantries: Organize food drives or assist with distribution at local food banks.  \n• Animal shelters: Aid in caring for animals or supporting shelter operations.  \n• Homeless shelters: Provide meals, organize clothing drives, or assist with facility maintenance.  \n• Environmental cleanup: Participate in local initiatives to clean parks, beaches, or other public spaces.  \nExample Organizations  \nThe following is a listing of reputable national organizations you chapter can choose from if you are need of inspiration. You are not limited to this listing ; choose an organization that works best foryour chapter.  \n3  \nONCOLOGY NURSING SOCIETY  \n• American Cancer Society: Participate in fundraising events like Relay for Life or volunteer at events promoting awareness and research. Opportunities include event coordination, community outreach, and support services.  \n•  Blood Cancer United: Engage in Light the Night walks, advocacy programs, or patient support initiatives. Volunteers can assist with event planning or join local chapters to host educational workshops.  \n•  St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital: Support their mission by organizing fundraising events, volunteering at local campaigns, or becoming a patient ambassador. Reach out to regional offices for opportunities.  \n•  National Breast Cancer Foundation: Join efforts such as community outreach and educational workshops, or host fundraising events like Pink Ribbon campaigns. 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