Do you love being in the community? Represent the Red Cross at local events as a Fundraising Events
ORGANIZATION: American Red Cross Central California Region
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An Fundraising Events Specialist assists the Red Cross development team with fundraising events and/or public speaking at various locations to increase visibility and understanding of the Red Cross throughout the region.
- Attend local events and meetings as a Red Cross representative
- Maintain an open, friendly and helpful approach to event visitors
- Set up Red Cross materials at community and fundraising events and provide information to the community
- Assist at local fundraising events, and be an advocate for the Red Cross.
- Provide follow-up and administrative support as needed.
- Learn about the Development, Fundraising, and Relationship management tasks that go on to support our mission and the generous donors that support it.
- Ideal role for college students and recent graduates looking to get professional experience for their resume.
- Flexible hours, as needed or set schedule based on YOUR PREFERENCE
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About American Red Cross Central California Region
Location:
1300 W. Shaw Ave., Ste. 4B, Fresno, CA 93711, US
Mission Statement
The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors.
Description
Types of volunteer opportunities may include:
Boots on the Ground -- Your role could be to respond to home fires and other emergencies in your community, conduct in-home smoke alarm installations, or working in a wildfire shelter providing safe accommodations.
Instructor/Presenter positions to deliver education programs focused on preparedness, disasters and how to "Be Red Cross Ready" to adults and youth.
Working behind the Scenes positions include Keep the Red Cross Running -- Your role could be administrative/office support, scheduling shifts for your fellow volunteers, or logistics management to ensure disaster relief operations have the necessary supplies and equipment.
Lead the Way -- "Leadership" volunteers guide our efforts, inspire our volunteers and hold us accountable to the highest standards. Your role could be to lead a small team of fellow volunteers, act as an advisor to a Red Cross Club for youth, or support local Red Cross services by joining an advisory board or the Board of Directors.
Tell the Red Cross Story -- Communications & Outreach volunteers educate the public about Red Cross services and stories in your community. By getting our message out, you'll educate people in need about how we can help, while attracting volunteers and donors to the mission.
You can make a difference today at by becoming a volunteer at redcross.org/volunteer
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
2707 State StreetSanta Barbara, CA 93105
DATE POSTED
March 27, 2019
SKILLS
- Event Management
- Organization
- Public Speaking
- Relationship Building
- Verbal / Written Communication
- Professional Development
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Be available to attend events during business hours and on occasional evenings and weekends; event shifts may range in time from 1-4 hours
- Orientation to American Red Cross, Event Outreach Training, and on the job training.