Volunteer Opportunity Details:

Volunteers will help with all aspects of planning and implementing a fundraising event during August 2010 in Chittenden County. Volunteers will attend and contribute to meetings and planning sessions as needed; volunteer activities will be determined by the planning committee and based on volunteer interests and skills. Activities may include assembling mailings; soliciting, picking up, and maintaining inventory of donations for silent auction; preparing and distributing publicity materials; setting up or breaking down on the day of the event; supervising volunteers on the day of the event; maintaining appropriate records for future reference, etc. Volunteers will gain marketing and public relations experience, enjoy a leadership role in a nonprofit setting, obtain experience working an event, contribute to the greater good of the community, and receive ongoing support and recognition from CVAA staff.

Volunteers must be able to understand and communicate agency goals and activities to the community-at-large. Volunteers will be able to develop relationships with organizations and individuals who can further CVAA financial goals. Volunteers must be able to work independently and in small teams. Volunteers should enjoy working with people of all ages and have flexibility and presence of mind under pressure. Volunteers must be able to understand, communicate and follow directions. Enthusiastic, positive, and cooperative attitudes are welcome. Volunteers are encouraged to offer creative solutions to problems.

This opportunity is sponsored by: CVAA

We need volunteers who are free at these times Flexible Based On Volunteer's Schedule One-Time This volunteer opportunity is available to the following types of volunteers Adults (26-54) Large Group (6 Or More) Adults (55+) Small Group (2-5) Community Service (School) Unpaid Interns Families Young Adults (18-25) Individual Volunteers will work with the following groups Low-income / Poverty Older Adults (55+) Men Women This volunteer opportunity addresses the following social interests Aging/Seniors We are looking for volunteers with the following skills Event Planning/Management Marketing & Public Relations Event Support

Contact Person: Bev Hill, Volunteer Coordinator, (802) 865-0360 Ext. 1034, (email) View all agency contacts

Address:

76 Pearl Street, Suite 201 Essex Junction, VT 05452 (See a map)

Directions:

Nearest Bus Stop: 1 block away, 2 minute walk

Details where opportunity can also be performed

Miscellaneous Information

The volunteer is supervised by
	Development Director
Does the volunteer supervise others?
	Yes
Number of volunteers needed:
	Unlimited
Minimum number of hours required (specify per day, week, month, project)
	No minimum hours required
The minimum age for a volunteer is
	16
What is the minimum age for youth or youth group volunteers with an adult?
	14
Is parking available?
	Yes
Is there a cost for parking?
	No
Does the agency reimbuse volunteers for parking?
	No
Does the agency provide meals for volunteers?
	No
Is this volunteer site accessible for those with physical disabilities?
	Yes
Is this opportunity appropriate for court-ordered service?
	No
What screening procedures are required?
	Application, Interview (phone or in-person), Confidentiality Statement
Is this opportunity appropriate for a home-bound volunteer?
	No
Is a supervisor readily available to answer volunteers questions?
	Yes
The volunteer work takes place in this county:
	Chittenden County

Last updated on November 5, 2009