The Pennsylvania Educational Network
for Eating Disorders

Volunteering and Fundraising


PENED is a volunteer-driven organization.  We are constantly seeking to expand our volunteer and fundraising network in several areas.  Help is currently needed in the following areas:

Puppet Project - seeking puppeteers

Volunteers must be available during school hours and able to follow a flexible schedule, as well as be comfortable with speaking and performing.  A basic knowledge of eating disorders, self-esteem and prevention issues is required.
GO GIRLS! program - seeking facilitators
Volunteers must be available during school hours and able to follow a flexible schedule, as well as be comfortable with speaking and performing.  A basic knowledge of eating disorders, self-esteem and prevention issues is required.


Community Outreach and Education - seeking general assistance

Volunteers must be available during school hours and able to follow a flexible schedule, as well as be comfortable with speaking and performing.  Individuals able to provide written and technical help also appreciated.  A basic knowledge of eating disorders, self-esteem and prevention issues is required.
Support Group Facilitation - seeking facilitators
PENED sponsors psycho educational support groups on a drop-in basis.  Volunteers must be a master's level professional willing to donate approximately 3 hours per month composed of two bi-weekly groups that last 1 1/2 hours.  Requirements include a strong knowledge of eating disorder issues and their underlying issues and a healthy attitude toward recovery.  Training is available.
Fundraising
      PENED has a strong and continuous need for financial support in order to keep our
        services active.    Donations are needed, as are ideas and support for extensive fundraising.

Office Administration

Skills needed for office work include all or some of the following: good communication and listening skills for telephone work, good organizational skills, computer knowledge and the tolerance to do repetitive work such as mailings, copying and data entry.

If you are interested in joining us in these rewarding personal and professional growth producing efforts, please contact Anita at (412) 215-7967 or email us at pened1@aol.com

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