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Be Part of Something Brighter

There are many ways to make a difference.

When people come together, isolation can become connection and uncertainty can become confidence. Whether you participate, volunteer, partner, fundraise, or donate, your involvement helps create meaningful experiences for people living with MS and those who support them.

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Ways to Get Involved

Find your bright spot.

Try a Program

Find connection, movement, learning, and support in a space built for different abilities.

Explore Our Programs

Volunteer

Share your time and help turn program ideas into welcoming, organized, memorable experiences.

Become a Volunteer

Partner with Us

Work with us as an organization, venue, instructor, or professional to expand what is possible.

Discuss a Partnership

Sponsor a Program

Help cover the costs required to offer accessible, engaging experiences to the MS community.

Explore Opportunities

Plan a Fundraiser

Bring people together around a cause that matters and introduce new people to the mission.

Plan a Fundraiser

Donate

Help keep connection and hope within reach by supporting free programs for the MS community.

Make a Donation

Participate in a Program

Connect. Move. Learn. Belong.

MS Bright Spots of Hope offers welcoming programs for people living with MS and their support partners — with opportunities to stay active, learn, try new experiences, and build friendships with people who understand.

  • Connect with people who understand
  • Stay active through adaptive fitness
  • Learn from trusted professionals
  • Try new experiences
  • Build confidence & friendships

You do not need to be an athlete, know anyone in advance, or participate in every activity. Come as you are and take part at your own pace.

Explore Our Programs

Volunteer

Give your time. Create brighter experiences.

Volunteers help make our programs welcoming, organized, and memorable — from event setup and participant support to photography, fundraising, administrative help, and professional skills. Opportunities range from a few hours to ongoing involvement.

We will work with you to identify an opportunity that matches your interests, availability, comfort level, and abilities.

Become a Volunteer

Become a Community Partner

Partner with us to expand what’s possible.

Community partners help us create more accessible, engaging programs and experiences for the MS community — by sharing expertise, hosting programs, providing space or services, creating adaptive activities, and helping us reach more people.

We welcome collaboration with

  • Healthcare organizations
  • Hospitals and MS clinics
  • Rehabilitation providers
  • Wellness professionals
  • Adaptive recreation organizations
  • Colleges and universities
  • Community centers
  • Restaurants and venues
  • Local businesses
  • Nonprofit organizations
  • Professional associations
  • Media and creative professionals

Partnership opportunities may include

Discuss a Partnership

Explore Sponsorship Opportunities

Start a Fundraiser

Bring people together around a cause that matters.

Turn something you already enjoy into support for the MS community. Host a birthday fundraiser, workplace campaign, dinner, trivia night, fitness or cycling challenge, memorial fundraiser, social campaign, school fundraiser, or matching-gift campaign — and help introduce more people to the mission of MS Bright Spots of Hope.

Our team can help explain the mission, provide approved materials, and discuss how your fundraiser can support the organization.

Plan a Fundraiser

Donate

Help keep hope within reach.

Your donation helps support free programs that educate, empower, inspire, and promote wellness for people living with MS and their support partners.

You can make:

  • A one-time donation
  • A recurring monthly gift
  • A gift in honor of someone
  • A memorial gift
  • A program-specific contribution
  • A company or workplace gift
  • A matching gift

Every amount helps create opportunities for people to move, learn, connect, celebrate, and feel less alone.

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Volunteer Interest Form

Ready to volunteer?

Tell us a little about yourself, your interests, and how you’d like to get involved

About you
Preferred contact method
Areas of interest
Availability and skills
Are you interested in ongoing opportunities?

Partnership and Sponsorship Inquiry

Let's create something meaningful together.

Organizations and professionals can use this form to inquire about partnerships, sponsorships, donated services, program collaboration, or community outreach.

Your details
About the opportunity

Frequently Asked Questions

Questions about getting involved.

Do I need experience with MS to volunteer?

No. We welcome people with many different backgrounds. Any training or instructions needed for a specific opportunity will be provided.

Can people living with MS volunteer?

Yes. Volunteer roles are adapted whenever possible. Tell us about any accommodations or participation needs when you express interest.

Can students volunteer?

Student opportunities may be available depending on age, activity requirements, supervision, and program needs.

Can a company volunteer as a group?

Yes. Businesses, schools, professional groups, and community organizations can contact us to discuss group-volunteer opportunities.

Can my company sponsor a specific program?

Program-specific sponsorship may be available. Contact our team to discuss current needs and recognition opportunities.

Can I organize my own fundraiser?

Yes. Please contact us before using the organization's name or logo so that we can provide guidance and approved materials.

Can I make an in-kind donation?

In-kind donations may be accepted when they match a current program or operational need. Please contact us before purchasing or delivering items.

Every bright spot starts with someone who cared enough to help.

Whether you give time, skills, resources, or encouragement, your involvement helps create welcoming experiences for people affected by MS.

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