We are endlessly grateful to our volunteers for giving their time to better the lives of those impacted by Alzheimer’s and other dementias. Our volunteers are truly the heart of the Alzheimer’s Association here in North Carolina.
In honor of National Volunteer Week 2025, we’ll be spotlighting a different volunteer from our Eastern North Carolina Chapter each day. Today we are featuring …
SHANE CAULDER
Fayetteville, NC (Cumberland County)
What brought you to volunteer with the Alzheimer’s Association?
I started volunteering with the Alzheimer’s Association because my dad (who was the chaplain of the Cumberland County jail for many years) had Alzheimer’s, so the cause is deeply personal to me. Going through that experience gave me a firsthand understanding of how challenging and heartbreaking the disease can be—not just for the person diagnosed, but for the whole family. My business partner encouraged me to find a way to give back to the community, and this opportunity was the right fit.
What volunteer role(s) do you have with the Association?
I’m part of the Walk to End Alzheimer’s Executive Leadership Committee for Fayetteville, which has been such a rewarding experience. I also participate as a Walk team that comprises the local Carrabba’s restaurant and my own company Dorado Rock.
What do you enjoy most about your volunteer role?
What I enjoy most about my volunteer role is the sense of connection and purpose it brings. Being part of the Walk Committee allows me to channel my personal experience into something positive. I love the teamwork, the energy at the events, and knowing that even small efforts can make a big difference in the fight against Alzheimer’s.
What piece of your role do you feel makes the biggest impact?
I think the biggest impact of my role comes from helping create an event that brings people together and builds a real sense of community. The Walk isn’t just about fundraising, it’s about creating lasting memories, honoring loved ones, and showing people they’re not alone in this fight. It brings hope, and that’s something we all need.
If someone were considering volunteering with the Association, what would you say to them?
I’d say don’t hesitate. If you’re even considering volunteering with the Alzheimer’s Association, that means you already care, and that’s the most important part. Joining now can help create faster change for the future. The more people who get involved, the stronger our impact.
THANK YOU, SHANE!
Volunteers truly help move our mission forward. Interested in becoming a volunteer with the Alzheimer’s Association in NC? Visit alz.org/volunteer or call 800-272-3900.
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