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Dallas Young Leaders

Heroes for Children is setting out to create an environment where Teens and Young Adults have the tools and support, they need to go out into their community and become servant-oriented leaders. 

 

As a Young Leader Ambassador for Heroes for Children, you will be supporting our mission in the community, and most importantly the families we serve. Be an ambassador for Heroes for Children on your own time by raising awareness, fundraising, volunteering your services, collecting in-kind donations, and planning activities to raise funds in your community to support families fighting childhood cancer.

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QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Between the ages of 14 - 18 years old

  • Must be a Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior

  • Must have access to a computer/email​

BENEFITS OF BEING A YOUNG LEADER AMBASSADOR:
  • Give back in a meaningful way to kids your age

  • Learn valuable life skills in leadership, fundraising, and networking

  • Have some fun while you support our mission​

HOW THE YOUNG LEADER AMBASSADOR PROGRAM WORKS:

  • Complete a Young Leader Ambassador Application

  • Attend a Kick-off Meeting

  • Accept to a volunteer request from HFC or develop a plan for an activity of your own

  • Email our team to confirm availability for volunteer opportunities or share the plan for your activity for approval 

  • After the event, submit your volunteer form to HFC to claim your volunteer hours

  • You have the ability to plan an activity at any time throughout the year

  • The Kick-off Meeting is the only required meeting and can be attended in-person or virtually

Ready to be a Dallas Young Leader?

STEPS TO BECOME A DALLAS YOUNG LEADER AMBASSADOR:

  1. Submit an application to HFC (click here to apply)

  2. Make a $25 donation to HFC to show your commitment to the cause (click here to donate)

  3. Attend a Kick-off Meeting (or watch video & complete worksheet)

KICK-OFF MEETING:
  • ​All YL Ambassadors are expected to participate in a Kick-Off Meeting or watch video to learn about HFC, our mission, and how to be an Ambassador in the community.

  • Fall Meeting - Sunday, August 20, 2023 (must complete application by Friday, August 4, 2023)

  • Spring Meeting - Sunday, January 7, 2024 (must complete application by Friday, December 22, 2023)

  • If unable to attend an in-person meeting, YL Ambassador will be expected to watch a video and complete a worksheet.

YOUNG LEADER AMBASSADOR ACTIVITIES:

Accept the Hero Challenge

Plan an activity with your school, neighborhood, club/team or as an individual to raise awareness and funds for HFC. Start your own fundraising page on the Hero Challenge website, then share the link with friends and family to get their support. Click here to learn more.

Collect In-Kind Donations for HFC Events: 

Support HFC fundraising efforts and make calls to companies to ask for donations for silent auctions, raffle, and prizes at HFC fundraising events.

  • Restaurant Gift Cards

  • Hotel/Travel Vouchers

  • Spa Gift Cards

  • Professional Sport Tickets & Memorabilia 

  • Professional Service Vouchers

  • Gift Baskets

  • Retail Gift Cards

  • New/Gently Loved Luxury Handbags

Volunteer at HFC Events & Activities

HFC will reach out when volunteer opportunities become available throughout the year. When you receive the email request, reply to Heroes to let them know you are available to volunteer, and join us on the day of the event. 

Collect Donations for HFC Families

Organize a donation drive or ask restaurants and stores to donate gift cards/items to Heroes for Children. Approved donations include: 

  • Restaurant Gift Cards/Coupons

  • Meal Delivery Gift Cards

  • Grocery Gift Cards

  • Gas Gift Cards

  • Retail Gift Cards

  • Gift Cards/Tickets for family outings

  • Travel-sized Toiletry Items

  • Snacks for the Hospital Cart

Start A YL Ambassador Club

Organize a group of Young Leaders to create a volunteer activity, fundraiser, or donation drive at your school, neighborhood, club team, etc. Communicate your plan with HFC. Submit form to HFC to claim your volunteer hours.

HOW TO EARN CREDIT FOR VOLUNTEER HOURS
To earn credit for volunteer/fundraising hours, contact HFC staff to advise of project before getting started. Once your activity has been completed, submit photos and your completed Young Leaders Ambassador Volunteer form to Jayse at jnelson@heroesforchildren.org

Need more information or have questions? Send an email to Jayse at jnelson@heroesforchildren.org.

“You have not lived today until you have done something for someone who can never repay you.”  - John Bunyan

Our Mission

Heroes for Children advocates for and provides financial and social assistance to families with children (0-22 years of age) battling cancer.

Our Mission

Our Vision

Our vision is that no family with a child battling cancer will fight alone.

Don't let cancer mess with our Texas kids!

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