Special Events Volunteer

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Special Events volunteers make an important contribution to the organizational and administrative function of the Canopy Center by providing assistance with our special events. They assist our fundraising team with a variety of tasks on a limited-time basis including planning and prep for events, soliciting event sponsorships and in-kind donations, as well as providing support on the day of the event.

Internships are available.

Please apply on our website: http://canopycenter.org/how-to-help/how-to-apply.html

If you have any questions or concerns about the position, feel free to contact volunteercoordinator@canopycenter.org for more information.

Potential Duties and Activities

• Package and send mass mailings to businesses for sponsorships and donations
• Make follow-up calls to solicit event sponsorships and donations
• Publicizing events to the community
• Assist with prep, set-up, clean-up, and other duties as needed during the event itself
• General office work related to event planning

Time Commitment

• Must be able to help with at least one agency fundraiser per year (we hold two major fundraisers:
• Stand Up and Sing for Kids in the Spring
• Gingerbread Casas for CASA in the Winter
• Attend planning meetings related to the event as needed.
• Commit to at least one 2-hour volunteer shift during the event.

Qualifications

• Complete a Volunteer Application, clear a background check, and attend a volunteer interview.
• Attend trainings specific to the volunteer position.
• Ability to work with a diverse population.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and objectivity.
• Access to reliable transportation.
• Warm, friendly demeanor and positive attitude. Displays professionalism in person and over the phone.

Preferred Knowledge and Skills

• Experience with fundraising and/or cold-calling for donations.
• Computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team that collaborates on ideas.
• Must be flexible and able to work where needed.

Position Benefits

• Practice and gain office, fundraising, and event planning experience.
• Flexible hours.
• Opportunity to support children and families who depend heavily on our agency for support.
• Learn about the non-profit and human services field.