Volunteer with us!
Thank you for your interest!
To become a part of the volunteer team, please complete the application form and click sign up.
The application will be forwarded directly to CureGRIN staff for consideration. Once processed, a member of the staff will then call you to schedule a one-on-one interview.
If you have any questions, please reach out to us at info@curegrin.org.
Current Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Role | Volunteer Role Description |
|---|---|
GRI Connect Community Manager (2 available) | Community members will facilitate discussions on GRICONNECT, our private online community for families, researchers and clinicians. This includes welcoming new members, starting conversations, and helping community members find answers to their questions. No need for experience as a community manager; this is a great opportunity for anyone who enjoys engaging in online platforms like Reddit or Facebook. |
Podcast Producer | The podcast producer will assist with development and production of CureGRIN’s forthcoming podcast. This includes editing each episode. If the podcast producer has time and interest, the role could also include coordinating with guests, and working with hosts to research guests and structure interviews. Experience with audio editing software is preferred. |
Grant Writer | |
Sponsorship Prospector | |
Fundraising Committee Member (2 available) | |
Video Coordinator | |
Google Ad Coordinator | |
Plain Language Editor |
Our Volunteers
Brianna Kupras, Digital Engagement Coordinator, GRIN2A Mom, USA
Brianna is a dedicated parent volunteer with CureGRIN. She uses her passion for social media marketing to spread awareness through CureGRIN’s LinkedIn page and on her own personal social media pages. Brianna balances her busy life with four children, including her youngest daughter Cece who has a mutation of the GRIN2A gene, while tirelessly fundraising for CureGRIN to help advance medical research for GRI disorders.
Kat Reiher, Lead Ambassador, GRIA2 Mom, USA
Kat and her husband Matt knew that he was on the autism spectrum, but in 2022 when their one year old daughter, Abby, was diagnosed with GRIA2 that had been inherited from Matt, it was both surprising yet provided some answers! One big question Kat and Matt would love to see answered is why her husband’s symptoms are mild and mostly social, while their daughter has global, more severe symptoms and delays.
Kat has almost two decades experience in the IT industry. However, she also loves languages (she speaks English, Russian, and Spanish) and science, and minored in Biology in college. It’s interesting how one’s talents can be used as one never expected or planned. Kat has found new use for her biology background in helping her communicate with researchers and helping her read journal articles, and new use of her language skills when communicating with families.
Helping other families navigate this scary world brings Kat comfort and happiness, and has given Kat a newfound sense of purpose.
Contact: Maryland@curegrin.org
Patty Sanders, Auction Coordinator, GRIA3 Mom, USA
Patty Sanders is a Business Operations Manager with 10+ years of experience working on Engineering, Construction and Manufacturing projects at a privately owned Environmental Engineering Consulting Firm. Patty has proven her ability to handle ambiguity in a complex and changing environment. Patty has strong research and analytical skills that result in effective problem solving and reconciliation and she efficiently prioritizes and executes multiple work streams within set deadlines. Patty has excellent relationship building skills across varying professional levels and is a leader and mentor within multiple cross-functional teams.
When Patty’s son, Richie, was diagnosed with GRIA3 she found comfort in knowing she was not alone. Once introduced to the CureGrin foundation she knew she wanted to connect, volunteer, and help fight for treatments and cures. Patty has a degree in Marketing, a passion for Finance, and will do anything that she can to help her son Richie.
Cure GRI Disorders
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