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Chapter Coordinator Richmond, VA
ORGANIZATION: Guitars For Vets
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3 people are interested
Guitars For Vets is seeking a Chapter Coordinator for the Richmond, VA chapter. This position is non-compensated. The Chapter Coordinator works with volunteer guitar instructors to provide free guitar lessons and an acoustic guitar to Veterans suffering from PTSD and physical injuries in a structured program in partnership with the Department of Veteran Affairs. G4V fosters a learning environment based on the PAGE model (Patience, Acceptance, Gratitude and Empathy). Training and mentoring is provided for this position.
Required skills: proficiency with MicroSoft Office products and computer software in general, willing and able to pass a background check, willing to become a VA volunteer, willing to commit to following G4V processes in accordance with our 501(c)3 status and be responsive to communication with G4V employees and management.
Additional skills: experience with guitar instruction, supervisory skills, fundraising, networking, community outreach and public speaking.
The Richmond chapter meets at the Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Medical Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:00am - 2:00pm (three one-hour slots on each day) for individual lessons.
*Guitars for Vets is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization founded in 2007 and based in Milwaukee, WI. G4V provides 10 free guitar lessons and a new acoustic guitar to Veterans with PTSD, physical injuries and emotional distress in a structured program run by volunteers and in partnership with the Department of Veterans Affairs. Currently, there are more than 60 chapters serving hundreds of Veterans in more than 30 states.
If interested, please email ncc@guitarsforvets.org
www.guitars4vets.org
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About Guitars For Vets
Location:
P.O. Box 617, Milwaukee, WI 53201, US
Mission Statement
Guitars for Vets, Inc. (G4V) is a federally registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that enhances the lives of ailing and injured military veterans by providing them with guitars and music instruction. Through self-expression and the healing power of music, it is our intent to restore the feelings of joy and purpose that can be lost after suffering trauma.
Description
Guitars For Vets is a volunteer staffed organization with over 120 chapters in cities across the United States. Each chapter works with local VA care providers who identify and refer interested veterans who can benefit from the healing power of music. Many of our students suffer from PTSD or other traumatic injuries. Veterans enroll to receive ten free, individualized guitar instructions from volunteer guitar instructors in the community and a loaner instrument as needed . Upon completion of the instruction program they receive a free guitar with all accessories from Guitars For Vets. Graduates are invited to participate in ongoing group lessons and workshops.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Hunter Holmes McGuire VAMCRichmond, VA 23219
DATE POSTED
November 28, 2017
SKILLS
- Salesforce
- Veteran Care
- Basic Computer Skills
- Fundraising
- Group Facilitation
- Music Arts
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Orientation or Training
- 2-3 Hours/week
- Patience, empathy, gratitude, acceptance