Volunteer Opportunities

Special Events & Banquets Assistant:

Do you have experience in the non-profit sector working with fundraising events and banquets? If so, the People United Foundation, Inc. (PUF) in Atlanta, GA wants to talk to you today. We have an opportunity in the non-profit, entry-level arena for events & banquets assistants with administrative experience and an outgoing yet professional demeanor.

Description: This hands-on, entry-level position will be responsible for providing administrative support to the Banquets and Events Coordinators. The position encompasses assisting in setting up activities for all conferences and meetings, as well as online/offline social events and private party banquets, and supporting public relations activities.

Duties of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Perform general office business: Provide support with correspondence, mass mailings, assist with meeting preparations, data entry, and maintain department supply inventory, and records.
• Events Coordination: assist with logistics, prepare and organize materials, vendors and supplies. Prepare agendas, assemble materials, and help prepare presentations.
• Publications support: Assist with design and production of media, press releases, and other publications.
• Public Relations support: assist in maintaining lists and other media as needed. Core Skills and Attributes:
• Non-profit entry level, but administrative experience required.
• Time, energy, organizational abilities and reliability are a must.
• Weekends are a must depending on event and banquet schedules.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to work with a wide variety of constituencies
• Ability to handle multiple projects and work independently
• Cooperative attitude, willingness to learn, team approach
• Experience with Microsoft Office software
• Skilled in proofreading and must possess a creative mind

Fundraising Volunteer:

Basic Job Description:

Organize activities to raise funds or otherwise solicit and gather monetary donations or other gifts for an organization. May design and produce promotional materials. May also raise awareness of the organization’s work, goals, and financial needs.

Job Duties and Tasks

• Develop corporate fundraising programs, such as employer gift-matching.
• Monitor progress of fundraising drives.
• Compile or develop materials to submit to granting or other funding organizations.
• Develop and maintain media contact lists.
• Develop strategies to encourage new or increased contributions.
• Recruit sponsors, participants, or volunteers for fundraising events.
• Direct or supervise fundraising staff, including volunteer staff members.
• Secure commitments of participation or donation from individuals or corporate donors.
• Prepare materials for charitable events, such as fundraising envelopes, bid sheets, or gift bags.
• Create or update donor databases.
• Establish fundraising or participation goals for special events or specified time periods.
• Explain the tax advantages of contributions to potential donors.
• Identify and build relationships with potential donors.
• Monitor budgets, expense reports, or other financial data for fundraising organizations.
• Attend community events, meetings, or conferences to promote organizational goals or solicit donations or sponsorships.
• Contact corporate representatives, government officials, or community leaders to increase awareness of organizational causes, activities, or needs.
• Design or produce materials such as posters, Web sites, or newsletters to promote, market, or advertise fundraising events.
• Develop fundraising activity plans that maximize participation or contributions and minimize costs.
• Develop or implement fundraising activities, such as annual giving campaigns or direct mail programs.
• Direct or coordinate web-based fundraising activities, such as online auctions or donation Web sites.
• Plan and direct special events for fundraising, such as silent auctions, dances, golf events, or walks.
• Solicit cash or in-kind donations or sponsorships from individual, business, or government donors.
• Write speeches, press releases, or other promotional materials to increase awareness of the causes, missions, or goals of organizations seeking funds.
• Conduct research to identify the goals, net worth, history of charitable donations, or other data related to potential donors, potential investors, or general donor markets.
• Coordinate transportation or delivery of materials, supplies, or donations for fundraising events.
• Secure speakers for charitable events, community meetings, or conferences to increase awareness of charitable, nonprofit, or political causes.
• Write and send letters of thanks to donors.
• Write reports or prepare presentations to communicate fundraising program data.