The Gateway Area Chapter could not accomplish all it does without the hard work and dedication of our volunteers. We have a volunteer opportunity that is right for you. Hear what some of our volunteers have said about their service.
"I went into my volunteer experience to help other people and I ultimately helped myself. It has made my life more rewarding."
--Linda Bauer, Gateway Area Chapter volunteer
"I am where I am because my heart has always wanted to help where I felt there was a good cause,"
--Sarah Steffan, programs and services administration volunteer.
"I enjoy volunteering for the Society. You have done so many wonderful things for me and my family that I would drop everything to help you out.
--Michelle Dillon, Gateway Area Chapter Volunteer
"We had a friend that had MS and this is our way to give back. We enjoy coming and we have made great friends."
--Carl & Shirley Grams, Chapter Volunteers
"I volunteer because with every purchase order I write and every envelope I stuff, I imagine that we are a step closer to the cure."
--Jennifer Benestante, Chapter Volunteer
"Michael began his volunteer experience eleven years ago as an obligation of his home to get involved in the community. We really enjoy meeting people and our volunteer day is our favorite day!"
--Alice Douthit & Michael Smith, Chapter Volunteers
"I am proud to volunteer for the MS Society with my wife, Donna, because of her decision to practice neurology with a focus on MS. I believe it's very important for me to support her, and the MS Society and all that it does for patients and doctors is very important to both of us."
--Kevin Chandler, Event Volunteer
"My interest in multiple sclerosis has been long-standing. While I did not realize at the time that I would eventually choose a career in multiple sclerosis, my volunteering with the National MS Society at the age of 16 served as my first exposure to the field of neurology."
--Donna Graves, Event Volunteer
"I volunteer because the MS Society has helped me out in a lot of situations. This is my way to pay forward."
--Jessica Essex, Chapter Volunteer
"You do not have to have MS affect your family to walk or volunteer. It's about reaching out to others who need you. If it isn't my family...it is someone's family who needs me. Over the years I have been introduced to some very amazing people who are very grateful for volunteer efforts."
--Alex McKinney, Event Volunteer