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Nonprofit
Published 2 months ago

Shelter Outreach Coordinator

Remote, Volunteer must be in United States
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Commitment Details:
    Will need to contact and follow up with shelters in a timely manner. Schedule 1-2 deliveries a month.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    1
    Cause Areas:
    Children & Youth, Community Development, Hunger, Food Security
    Good For:
    Teens, Age 55+
    Age Requirement:
    12+
    Other Requirements:
    Able to take phone calls/write emails, proactive in following up and getting shelters on board

    Description

    Role Overview

    We're looking for a motivated volunteer to help us grow our shelter partnerships. You'll be reaching out to various shelters in the Metro Atlanta area and organizing birthday and holiday sweet treat deliveries.

    What You'll Do

    -Research and identify shelters, family resource centers, and transitional housing programs in and around Metro Atlanta

    -Reach out via email and/or phone to introduce Birthday Bundles and invite partnerships

    -Follow up consistently and patiently with shelter staff to move conversations forward

    -Guide new partners through our intake process

    -Maintain an organized tracker of contacts and ongoing deliveries

    Who We're Looking For

    -Strong communicator who's comfortable with cold outreach

    -Organized and self-motivated — you follow up without being asked

    -Passionate about supporting children and families in need

    -Experience in social work, nonprofits, or community organizing is a plus, but not required

    -High school students and older are encouraged to apply

    Why Volunteer With Us

    This is a meaningful, flexible role where you'll see results = more shelters partnered means more kids celebrated. You'll gain real nonprofit outreach experience and be part of a mission-driven, student-led team.

    Location

    Remote
    Volunteer must be in United States
    Associated Location
    Alpharetta, GA, USA

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