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1 person is interested
Community Engagement Committee
ORGANIZATION: Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center
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1 person is interested
Prescott Farm is dedicated to providing year-round environmental education programs for all ages and a place in the Lakes Region community that encourages curiosity, discovery, fun, and connection to the natural world. Since 1997 we have helped awaken an appreciation for nature and concern for the environment in thousands of program participants with a wide range of programs designed to preserve and pass down knowledge and skills that encourage an understanding of the natural systems that sustain us all and respect for the environment.
The Community Engagement Committee is designed to draw from the experience of volunteer members who share a commitment to Prescott Farm’s mission of awakening appreciation for nature and concern for the environment in the greater Lakes Region community. Committee members facilitate community engagement and the work of Prescott Farm’s development staff by helping to build relationships between Prescott Farm and individuals and businesses in the community and by contributing their time, energy, and skills. Volunteer committee members support Prescott Farm’s fundraising efforts in support of our environmental education programs.
- Introduce others to Prescott Farm by inviting them to tour the property or participate in the programs offered
- Identify and share potential donors and business partners for Prescott Farm
- Identify and solicit opportunities for public outreach to service clubs, churches, or other programs
- Identify future committee members with connections and convictions for fundraising
- Speak about the motivation behind your own giving/involvement with Prescott Farm
- Request financial support from community members or businesses
- Thank donors for recent gifts by engaging in conversation about why they give or how they became involved with Prescott Farm
- Host gatherings in your home, business, or at Prescott Farm in partnership with Prescott Farm staff to introduce the organization to a wider circle
- Write personal notes to include in Prescott Farm letters to constituents you know
- Committee members may be asked to act as liaison to and serve as a volunteer on the Prescott Farm Board of Directors
More opportunities with Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center
Location:
928 White Oaks Road, Laconia, NH, NH 03246, US
Mission Statement
Prescott Farm is dedicated to providing year-round environmental education programs for all ages and a place in the Lakes Region community that encourages curiosity, discovery, fun, and connection to the natural world. Since 1997 we have helped awaken an appreciation for nature and concern for the environment in thousands of program participants with a wide range of programs designed to preserve and pass down knowledge and skills that encourage an understanding of the natural systems that sustain us all and respect for the environment.
Description
Prescott Farm is a designated wildlife viewing area open year-round to the public with over 160 acres of farmland, forests, and pastures including more than 3 miles of woodland, pond, and field trails, gardens, and a Natural PlayScape.
We have 4 main program areas at Prescott Farm
- Community Connections Programs
- variety of programs offered for children, adults, and teens
- Examples include Farm to Table Cooking, Soap-making, and snowshoe yoga
- Fledglings Nature-Based Preschool
- state-licensed, nature-based curriculum for children ages 3-5
- WildQuest Vacation Camps
- state-licensed day camps for children ages 6-12 in February-April
- topics range from wilderness survival, myths, and nature artists
- Naturalist in the Classroom
- our educators spend over 250 hours each school year working directly with students and teachers in local schools to facilitate place-based learning
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
928 White Oaks RoadLaconia, NH 03246
DATE POSTED
October 20, 2021
SKILLS
- Marketing & Communications (Mar/Com)
- Public Relations
- Donor Management
- Fundraising
- Grant Writing / Research
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Attend meetings and engage in additional activities | Expect a minimum of 6 meetings per year.
- Must complete a committee volunteer application and interview