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20 people are interested
Development Volunteer for Sea Lion Hospital
ORGANIZATION: Marine Mammal Care Center
Please visit the new page to apply.
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20 people are interested
The Development Volunteer will assist the Fundraising and Development team with day-to-day operations, leading to increased donations to fund the animal care at our hospital. This volunteer reports directly to the Director of Development, and will be based out of our Fundraising & Development Office in the heart of downtown Los Angeles; there may be some flexibility to volunteer remotely. Duties may include:
- Researching and identifying potential donors (corporations, foundations, and individuals)
- Assisting in the creation of donor solicitation materials
- Assisting in the management and maintenance of the donor database
- Writing donation acknowledgment letters and other donor correspondence
- Help with the organization and tracking of various fundraising campaigns
- Assisting with the planning and execution of fundraising events
- Maintaining donor files and other development materials
More opportunities with Marine Mammal Care Center
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Marine Mammal Care Center
Location:
3601 South Gaffey St. #8, San Pedro, CA 90731, US
Mission Statement
The Marine Mammal Care Center Los Angeles is a hospital for ill, injured and malnourished marine mammals. Our mission is to rehabilitate and release back into their natural environment, sick and injured seals and sea lions that strand along the Los Angeles County Coastline. We are the only year round rehabilitation facility in Los Angeles County designated to treat marine mammals. Our important work is authorized by the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS).
Description
The Marine Mammal Care Center Los Angeles is a hospital for ill, injured and orphaned marine mammals. Our primary work is the treatment and release of rescued seals & sea lions.
The Marine Mammal Care Center Los Angeles was initially formed as the result of an agreement between Harcourt-Brace and the Los Angeles Unified School District(LAUSD). The Care Center began operating in October 1992.
The Care Center is also involved in the education of students, school teachers and the general public in conjunction with the Center for Marine Studies. We also actively collaborate with other agencies, universities and museums to learn and aid the treatment of the patients in our care.
The Marine Mammal Care Center Los Angeles is a participating organization of the Oiled Wildlife Care Network. In the case of an oil spill within the Los Angeles, Ventura County area, The Marine Mammal Care Center Los Angeles would respond to caring for any marine mammals exposed to petroleum products in their environment, working under the Office of Spill Prevention and Response.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
555 W 5th St35th FloorLos Angeles, CA 90013
DATE POSTED
May 30, 2018
SKILLS
- Data Entry
- Executive Admin
- Donor Management
- Fundraising
- Business Development
- Administrative Support
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- one to two 4 hour shifts per week