The success of Society fundraising events is directly related event participants across the chapter area. Help make our event experience meaningful and fun by signing up to volunteer for an event below.

Walk MS
Join us for a one-day event to celebrate the power of our connections. Held in 30 sites throughout Iowa, Minnesota, western Wisconsin, North Dakota and South Dakota in the spring.

Bike MS
Volunteer at any of five extraordinary cycling events across the chapter area. Bike MS kicks off in May and finishes in mid-August.

Office volunteers assist with the National MS Society’s daily operation from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. We welcome volunteers with a wide range of talents and skills. There is only one requirement: a desire to Join the Movement® to end multiple sclerosis. To volunteer, fill out the online interest form or call Rachel at 612-335-7924.

Volunteer for Youth Camp

The success of Youth Camp is directly related to the wonderful volunteers who help make the program go off without a hitch. We welcome volunteers with a wide range of talents and skills. There is only one requirement: the desire to Join the Movement® to end multiple sclerosis. 

MS Youth Camp will be held at YMCA Camp Icaghowan in Amery, Wis., in June 2018.  If you'd like to apply to become a volunteer, please submit an application for the position of your choice at the links below, If you have any questions, please contact Krista at 612-335-7937 or krista.harding@nmss.org.

Volunteer job descriptions

Camp counselor*
In partnership with other volunteers, camp staff and MS Society staff, provide supervision, support and guidance to participants at MS Youth Camp. Co-lead an assigned group of 8-18 youth. Help to create a fun, safe environment for campers in which they can play, relax, challenge themselves and discuss their experience of having a loved one who has MS. To view the full job description or to apply, click here.

Day volunteer
If you are unable to commit for the entire week but would love to help out at camp for a day or two, that is also an option. Simply reach out to Krista Harding at 612-335-7937 or krista.harding@nmss.org.

Activity Lead
Do you have a special skill or activity idea that could translate into a fun program at MS Youth Camp?  Contact Krista Harding at 612-335-7937 or krista.harding@nmss.org to explore options related to activity facilitation.  

*=greatest need

View Youth Camp counselor FAQs.

Community Outreach

Community Outreach volunteers promote the National MS Society's mission and deepen public engagement in the MS movement. Volunteers work to build awareness, inspire others to contribute to our shared vision of a world free of MS and connect community members to people and resources. Community outreach activities can include (but are not limited to):

• Sharing your story in small groups
• Public speaking
• Fundraising event promotion
• Hosting educational displays (like the State Fair or corporate health fairs) M
• Organizing community programs
• Materials distribution
• Developing partnerships with organizations and volunteers in key market areas
• Inspiring others to join a fundraising event
• And more

Helpful toolkits with informational materials and training is provided.

If you're interested in becoming a Community Outreach Volunteer, fill out the online interest form or contact Rachel Kennedy at 612-335-7924 or rachel.kennedy@nmss.org.

MS groups connect people who have multiple sclerosis with others with similar experiences. Enjoy lively discussion, share valuable information and ways to cope with challenges, have fun and be inspired. Training is provided and required. See job description for more information. If you're interested in starting a group or you have ideas for a new group, contact Jeff at 612-335-7951, 800-582-5296 or jeff.fisher@nmss.org.

Have you ever wanted to bend the ear of your Congress members (without having to travel to Washington D.C.)?  

Congress will be in recess, and members will be back in your state ready to meet with you! You'll have the opportunity to influence important issues, such as federal funding for multiple sclerosis research and policies that help people with MS live their best lives.

National MS Society staff will be setting up meetings throughout Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota in August.

For more information or to sign up, contact Dan at 612-335-3793 or daniel.endreson@nmss.org.