Events Volunteer
Summary
You Matter 2 holds regular events that are focused on bringing together the community and providing spaces for youth to engage. Events can range from forums, fundraisers, annual events, such as our We Scare Hunger Trail, Back to School Bash, and Homewood-Flossmoor Juneteenth Festival.
Training & Supervision
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Requirements
Time Commitment
This is a flexible and ad hoc role. We would like you to attend 4-6 events across the year, if you are able to but we understand it depends on the timing of community events and your availability.
Benefits & Recognition
About You Matter 2
You Matter 2 is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides youth in 6th-12th grade with a safe space to develop positive relationships, leadership skills, and discover their passions. Our mission is to provide opportunities for youth to serve and make a difference in their community. As a result of our programs, our vision is for youth to remain civically engaged, be empowered to forge their own path, and have academic and lifelong success. For more information visit: www.youmatter2.org
You Matter 2 holds regular events that are focused on bringing together the community and providing spaces for youth to engage. Events can range from forums, fundraisers, annual events, such as our We Scare Hunger Trail, Back to School Bash, and Homewood-Flossmoor Juneteenth Festival.
Training & Supervision
- Attends general volunteer orientation
- Event volunteers work under the direction of various members of the event committee, staff, or other volunteers, who will provide task-specific training.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Assist on the event day for set-up, guest assistance, and registration or clean up
- Assist with the run of show for events
- Volunteers may also choose to be involved in event planning.
Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Must present a professional appearance and a friendly manner
- Must be dependable and punctual
- Be courteous and personable when dealing with the public
- Be self-directed, willing to take initiative, and detail-oriented
- Respect and maintain confidentiality of You Matter 2 volunteers, partners, and donors
- Ability to stand for a couple of hours at a time
- Confidence to interact with the public
- Flexibility to be called upon when needed
- An honest and trustworthy nature
Time Commitment
This is a flexible and ad hoc role. We would like you to attend 4-6 events across the year, if you are able to but we understand it depends on the timing of community events and your availability.
Benefits & Recognition
- Be a part of a growing, youth, and community-serving-based organization that is making a real impact in the lives of youth, families, and communities in the Chicago Southland.
- Depending on the type of event, volunteers may be able to attend the event free of charge or at a reduced price.
- Receive the You Matter 2’s newsletter and receive credit in our Annual Report
- Great opportunity to build nonprofit experience
- Opportunity to meet new people and speak to people about the work of You Matter 2
- Opportunity for advancement and increased skill development based on interest and ability
- Valuable work experience and transferable skills in the event planning and production fields
- You Matter 2 will provide detailed reference letters for all volunteers who successfully complete their volunteer commitment
- Reimbursement for any expenses incurred (with prior agreement)
About You Matter 2
You Matter 2 is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides youth in 6th-12th grade with a safe space to develop positive relationships, leadership skills, and discover their passions. Our mission is to provide opportunities for youth to serve and make a difference in their community. As a result of our programs, our vision is for youth to remain civically engaged, be empowered to forge their own path, and have academic and lifelong success. For more information visit: www.youmatter2.org