Outreach and partnerships volunteer

About Discover and Grow, Inc.

Discover and Grow is a young New York-based Nonprofit founded by agents of change. Our mission is to empower children and youth to be the best version of themselves and constructive members of society through self and social discovery, growth, and positive actions.

Job at a glance

Salary: non-paid volunteer or internship program

Time commitment: Minimum 3 hours a week

Location: Virtual

Reports to: Executive Director

Start date: ASAP

Job Summary

Our Outreach and Partnership Volunteer is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to make a difference while at the same time applying their outreach and partnership skills. You will be responsible for finding and communicating with local and nationwide organizations such as the NBA to obtain ticket or admission donations to their events/activities. These tickets will be utilized by our program participants in order to enrich their experience with our program.

As our outreach volunteer, you’ll also take part in these activities with us.

Ideal candidates will have the following:

• Sales skills
• Responsible
• Entrepreneur spirit
• Takes initiative and does not wait to follow up
• Always on top of what needs to be done
• Organized
• Loves a challenge
• Loves children/youth
• Fast-learner
• Creative and motivated to work without being micro-managed
• Identifies with our mission and wants to make a difference

Additional Information

At Discover and Grow we value diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to non-discriminatory employment practices. We believe that no one should be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that our workforce should reflect the diversity of the communities we serve not only as a physical representation but also as a way to connect with our customers and better serve them.

To apply

Please submit the following:

1) A current resume or CV

2) A cover letter: talking about your past relevant experience and why together with your personality you are the best candidate for this position