Volunteers Needed for Fundraising Committee

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We are seeking 5 people, people to join our growing fundraising committee! We need people who are not afraid to connect, build relationships, and make the ask.

Purpose of the role:
To help raise the remaining start-up funds Maker District needs to open the facility for the community.

Have you got the following skills & experience?

 A professional and friendly telephone manner;
 Good written and verbal communication skills;
 Ability to work on own initiative;
 Previous fundraising experience would be a bonus;
 Commitment to work in compliance with policies and procedures.

What will the role of an interpreter fundraiser involve?

You will be a member of the Maker District Fundraising Committee and, working with other Committee members, you will be:

 Approaching individuals, families, businesses/corporations, and foundations for sponsorships and donations;
 Collaborating and helping to develop community fundraising and awareness events;
 Assisting with and/or manning a stall at a future event;
 Putting up posters or handing out flyers;

What will we expect from you?
 Commit to volunteering with us for at least 6 months;
 Perform your volunteering role to the best of your ability;
 Maintain the confidential information of the organization and of its users;
 Read and comply with Maker District’s policies, procedures and guidelines;
 Attend any meetings/training relevant to your role;
 Act in a professional way whenever you represent Maker District;
 Raise any concerns at the earliest opportunity;
 Give us as much notice as possible should you be unable to attend or carry out your volunteer role with us anymore.

What will you get in return?

 The opportunity to learn new skills and meet new people;
 The satisfaction that you will be making a real and lasting difference in lives of makers, children, veterans, and other member of our community;
 Getting invaluable work experience;
 Developing new skills and putting existing skills to good use;
 Job references available for you after six months volunteering with us