Volunteer Information

Join Our Team!

FORCE volunteers make our mission possible. They are the heart of our organization, helping us reach more people with education, advocacy, support and a welcoming place to belong. Whether hereditary cancer has touched your life personally, professionally or through someone you care about, your experience and perspective can help others feel informed, supported and less alone. 

Volunteering with FORCE can fit into your life in different ways, with most roles requiring about two hours per month. You may want to connect with others, raise awareness, help with advocacy, contribute to a research project or fundraise. As a FORCE volunteer, you can build connections, strengthen your skills and be part of a supportive community working to improve the lives of people affected by hereditary cancer. We would be grateful to learn more about you through our volunteer application and explore how your time, interests and experience can support the hereditary cancer community. 

*Individuals pursuing a healthcare career in oncology or genetics may apply to volunteer as a Patient Advocate Leader or Social Media Ambassador. 

Volunteer Roles

Community Leader

Moderate support meetings on Zoom and connect participants with resources. Flexibility: Sign up for meetings that fit your schedule. Meetings are held from 8-9:30 PM Eastern Time.

Genetic Counselor Group Leader

Answer genetics-related questions during support meetings on Zoom. Certified Genetics Counselors with several years of experience working directly with patients needed. Sign up for meetings that fit your schedule. Meetings are held from 8-9:30 PM Eastern Time.  

Helpline Volunteer

Return calls and provide vital resources and nonjudgmental support and helpful resources. Volunteer a few times a month, when available. 

Message Board Moderator

Connect online with others in our community and provide nonjudgmental support and resources on our message board or Facebook group. Check in a few times each week, on a schedule that works for you.

Patient Advocate Leader

Advocate for laws that improve insurance coverage, genetic policy and access to care with lawmakers. Must be an eligible voter or have permanent residency. Peak opportunities Jan-Jun (2+hours/month), create your own hours Jul-Dec.

Peer Navigator

Provide personalized 1:1 phone and email support to peers who share a similar experience. Accept matches when available.

Comprehensive Cancer Control Program Rep

Represent the FORCE community in your state's program, supporting cancer prevention and survivorship efforts while helping shape programs with organizations, cancer centers and independent advocates. Participate in virtual quarterly meetings. 

Research Advocate

Use your lived experience to help shape cancer research and ensure the hereditary cancer community's voice is heard with researchers and scientists. Review and select opportunities that fit your interests, experience and availability. 

Social Media Ambassador

Raise awareness of hereditary cancer and FORCE by sharing and engaging on social media including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn or TikTok. Set your own hours.