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4 people are interested
Development & Fundraising Assistant
ORGANIZATION: La Casa Norte
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4 people are interested
This is an ongoing satellite volunteer opportunity with ad hoc meetings as designated by the Development and Fundraising Department.
Goals & Expectations
Goal One: Fundraising
Organize and execute in-kind donation drives at local organizations including schools, churches, civic organizations and companies.
Examples: Snack food. Quarter drive. Household cleaning items. Winter clothing. Non-perishable food.
Host events that raise funds and awareness of La Casa Norte
Solicit Silent Auction donation items for our Annual Gala
Solicit sponsorship opportunities for our Annual Gala
Goal Two: Development
Use past development experience to enhance current system
Implement new ideas and programs in fundraising
In addition to the responsibilities listed above, all La Casa Norte volunteers are responsible for contributing to the overall success of La Casa Norte by:
Attending all volunteer orientation and training sessions
Working as a team member with fellow staff and volunteers to provide resources to clients
Understanding and adhering to professional boundaries with clients
Qualifications
Goal-oriented and driven to raise funds and awareness of La Casa Norte
Enthusiastic and outgoing personality
Connected in the local community and able to see donation efforts through
Development Opportunities
Work with multiple local organizations in Chicago
Gain fundraising experience in a nonprofit setting
Connect with donors and build relationships that will benefit La Casa Norte long-term.
Minimum Age: 18 La Casa Norte is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, or disability. "La Casa Norte’s mission is to serve youth and families confronting homelessness. We provide access to stable housing and deliver comprehensive services that act as a catalyst to transform lives and communities." La Casa Norte’s mission and philosophy of service is to impact the social issues of homelessness at the individual and community levels.
More opportunities with La Casa Norte
4 ReviewsNo additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About La Casa Norte
Location:
3533 W. North Avenue, Chicago, IL 60647, US
Mission Statement
La Casa Norte's mission is to serve youth and families confronting homelessness. We provide access to stable housing and deliver comprehensive services that act as a catalyst to transform lives and communities. La Casa Norte dreams of a world where all people have dignity, communities thrive and everyone belongs.
Description
Based in Chicago's Humboldt Park area, and with programs operating in Logan Square and Back of the Yards, La Casa Norte aims to impact the social problem of homelessness, both at the individual and community levels.
Our Main Office on North Avenue houses our Information and Referral Specialists who are able to direct community members to appropriate resources and referrals. We also have a clothing closet and computer lab open during the week for community members to utilize.
Our Solid Ground Supportive Housing Program provides up to two years of housing for homeless male-identified youth, ages of 16-21. This program allows staff to teach and model the skills needed for youth to maintain stable housing and employment, rebuild their self-esteem, address barriers to stability and prepare them for continuing education.
Casa Corazon, a homeless youth engagement project which works with homeless and high-risk youth, operates in both the Humboldt Park and Back of the Yards communities. The program provides a drop-in center to help youth move towards stable housing, employment, and educational achievement.
We also operate two emergency bed shelters for youth ages 18-24 experiencing homelessness. The two shelters, with 10 beds in Logan Square and 30 beds in Back of the Yards, open daily at 9:00 PM and provide dinner, a bed to sleep in, and breakfast.
Our Logan Square Office houses all of our direct service programs including DCFS, Housing Advocacy, and Case Management, Housing Locator, Rapid ReHousing and Food Security Projects.
CAUSE AREAS
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This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.
DATE POSTED
January 30, 2015
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
N/A