TMA Volunteer Information Form 2026

Through our dedicated volunteers, TMA better serves and supports families affected by myositis, generates much needed funds for research and programs, and promotes a broader understanding of myositis in the public and medical communities. Thank you for becoming a TMA volunteer - we look forward to working with you!

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* 1. First Name

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* 2. Last Name

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* 3. Email Address

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* 4. Mobile Number

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* 5. Best time to reach you?

Weekdays

Evenings

Weekends

Other (please specify)

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* 6. What is your preferred means of communication?

Phone Call

Text

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* 7. What city and state do you live in (or country if outside the US)? This is so we can tailor your volunteer experience.

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* 8. What is your connection to myositis? Please list specific diagnosis and how long you or your loved one have had the condition.

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* 9. What motivates you to volunteer with The Myositis Association, and how do you hope to contribute to our mission?

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* 10. What languages do you speak, if any, in addition to English? Please list.

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* 11. What volunteer areas interest you?

Proclamation50 Lead State Proclamation Volunteer: Submit a proclamation request to your state legislature and governor, and coordinate other volunteers statewide

Proclamation50 Local Proclamation Volunteer: Submit a proclamation request in your city, county, or local municipality

Participating in our First Pitch Campaign by arranging for a myositis first pitch at a baseball game

Leading or co-leading a regional support group in your area

Leading or co-leading an affinity group

Creating a fundraising campaign through TMA's website

Participating in a raising awareness campaign

Providing printed educational materials to physicians in your community

Volunteering in-person for MyoCon: TMA's Global Myositis Patient Conference

Promoting TMA and myositis awareness through your personal social media network

Writing articles for consideration for TMA's blog, Outlook magazine, or other outreach materials

Sharing your story to help others

Speaking on a TMA program, like a webinar or empowerment clinic

Being a legislative advocate

Hosting a booth or table at an event local to you (like a health fair)

Volunteering in-person at TMA's Columbia, Maryland office (administrative tasks)

Special projects/work groups

Other (please specify)

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* 12. Please indicate any accommodations you may need to volunteer.

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* 13. What special interests, skills or qualifications do you have from employment, previous volunteer work, or other activities such as hobbies or sports that might be helpful in supporting TMA’s mission? Examples include scientific research, legislative lobbying, patient advocacy, and healthcare experience.

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* 14. Feel free to upload your resume (optional).

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* 15. Feel free to upload a headshot (optional). Does not need to be professionally taken.

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* 16. I hereby grant The Myositis Association (TMA) permission to use the image, photograph, or likeness I have uploaded in TMA publications, promotional materials, social media, and/or websites.

Yes, I do grant TMA permission

No, I do not grant TMA permission

I'd like to discuss this during my introduction meeting before I decide

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* 17. Feel free to upload a 50 word bio (optional). You may use this as an example: Jane Doe, RN has lived with DM for more than 24 years. A tireless advocate, she is a co-leader for the TMA Zanadu support group and manages two Facebook support groups related to myositis. Jane also teaches patient advocacy to nurses through ACME Corp. in Zanadu, MD.

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* 18. Are you currently a TMA member? In order to volunteer for TMA, you must be a member. It is at no cost to you and you can join online. Thank you!

Yes

No, but I will join soon!

Not sure

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* 19. When is your birthday (TMA likes to love on our volunteers when we can)! If you do not celebrate your birthday, please leave blank.

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* 20. Anything else you would like to share with TMA?

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* 21. TMA requires a 45-minute video call introduction meeting for most new volunteers. Volunteer introduction meetings are scheduled year-round with the exception of May 1-31 (Myositis Awareness Month) and December 15-31. All volunteers can schedule your meeting with Rachel Bromley, Senior Manager of Patient Education, Support and Advocacy through this booking link: Book time: New Volunteer Introduction Meeting.

Proclamation50 volunteers will be contacted by Savanna Coggins, Patient Engagement Coordinator, and the Proclamation50 Director.

I have scheduled my meeting!

I am having problems scheduling my meeting - please contact me.

I will schedule my meeting. I understand I may not be contacted about volunteering until this meeting is scheduled.

I am a Proclamation50 volunteer.