Fundraising Volunteer
Summary
The Fundraising Volunteer will assist with fundraising efforts to increase brand awareness and ultimately grow our community of donors. The objective is to spread our message and encourage our community of supporters to make donations to You Matter 2. The purpose of the role is to help raise funds for You Matter 2 in order that You Matter 2 can provide services to meet the needs of its beneficiaries.
Training & Supervision
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Requirements
Time Commitment
You Matter 2 requests that volunteers commit to at least 1, 2-4 hours shift weekly, for 6 months. Volunteers are allowed full flexibility in scheduling shifts. You Matter 2 fully recognizes that burnout is a real issue in today’s world and in this line of work. We encourage volunteers to take time off as needed for self-care.
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
The Fundraising Volunteer will assist with fundraising efforts to increase brand awareness and ultimately grow our community of donors. The objective is to spread our message and encourage our community of supporters to make donations to You Matter 2. The purpose of the role is to help raise funds for You Matter 2 in order that You Matter 2 can provide services to meet the needs of its beneficiaries.
Training & Supervision
- Attends general volunteer orientation
- Training and supervision conducted by: Destiny Watson or other designated trainer
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Assist with the planning and management of You Matter 2 fundraising initiatives
- Developing local/community fundraising and awareness events
- Work with the fundraising team to prospect and solicit major and corporate donors.
- Identify potential business partners as sponsors.
- Help increase communications with supporters and current donors.
- Assist in creating the You Matter 2 annual fundraising plan.
- Contribute creative ideas for new fundraising opportunities.
- Approach individuals, schools, universities, shops and commercial organizations for sponsorship and donations
- Basic administrative duties to support the team, including database management.
- Sending out supporter materials and marketing communications, including social media
Requirements
- Nonprofit fundraising and/or event planning experience.
- Clear understanding of the unique needs of nonprofit organizations
- A professional and friendly telephone manner
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Outgoing, enthusiastic and creative thinker
- Ability to build strong relationships with new people, businesses, and organizations
- Ability to use online tools to engage members, donors, and corporate partners
- Detail-oriented with excellent time management skills
- Works well independently and proactively as part of a team
Time Commitment
You Matter 2 requests that volunteers commit to at least 1, 2-4 hours shift weekly, for 6 months. Volunteers are allowed full flexibility in scheduling shifts. You Matter 2 fully recognizes that burnout is a real issue in today’s world and in this line of work. We encourage volunteers to take time off as needed for self-care.
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.
- Opportunity for advancement and increased skill development based on interest and ability
- Valuable work experience and transferable skills in fundraising management, event planning, marketing and nonprofit field
- You Matter 2 will provide detailed reference letters for all volunteers who successfully complete their volunteer commitment
- Greater knowledge of fundraising.
- Increased confidence in communicating with supporters.
- Opportunity to develop your interpersonal and research skills
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