Opportunities From: VolunteerME Southern Maine

Board Member

Friends of Willow

Position Type: Board (Unpaid)

Domain: Animal Welfare

Location: Portland, ME or remote if needed

Organization Information

Website: www.friendsofwillow.org

Mission statement: Friends of Willow is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Friends of Willow is dedicated to providing rescue, shelter, medical care, and spay/neuter services for abandoned, abused, or neglected rabbits in Southern Maine. The mission of Friends of Willow is to (1) place all of these rabbits into permanent and loving, safe indoor homes and to (2) educate the public regarding companion rabbit care, the benefits of adopting, and the importance of spaying and neutering.

Position Detail

Job Description:

We are currently recruiting for individuals to serve on the Friends of Willow (FOW) Board of Directors (BOD). The role of the BOD is to ensure the organization is fulfilling its mission. When BOD members embrace their responsibilities, commit to engage productively, and contribute generously to serve the best interests of the FOW, they can accomplish great things in achieving the mission and the organization’s greater potential.

Serving on the FOW BOD can provide an extraordinary opportunity for an individual who is passionate about improving the lives of animals. BOD members are expected to be active advocates and ambassadors for the organization and be fully engaged in identifying and securing the financial resources and partnerships necessary for the organization to advance its mission

 

Responsibilities:

Annual “give‐or‐get” commitment of at least $1000. Commitment can be met by personal contributions, solicitations, or a combination Develop and implement an individual fundraising plan Represent the organization in and to the community Be aware of the organization's program priorities Evaluate the organization’s existing programs against its stated purpose Lend expertise and experience to the organization Exercise due care in overseeing the activities of the organization Select and evaluate the organization’s executive staff Ensure that members of the BOD reflect the communities served by the organization Be willing to work respectfully Correct and take responsibility for errors and oversights Be accessible to staff and to others BOD members Prepare well for meetings Ensure legal and ethical integrity Protect assets and provide proper financial oversight Work to maintain continued growth of the BOD and FOW

Duties:

Attend at a minimum 75% of BOD meetings each year. Board meetings are scheduled around member schedules. Attend our annual major fundraising events. Participate as a member on at least three committees and serve as a coordinator for at least one. Regularly attend committee meetings. Make a two‐year commitment to serving on the BOD.

Qualifications:

Excellent communication and writing skills Ability to maintain a respectable tone when representing FOW Willing to make a commitment to the organization’s mission and goals Willing to make a financial commitment Reliable access to online email, drive, and database platforms An affinity for cultivating relationships, building consensus among diverse individuals, and inspiring action Able to attend and prepare for committee and BOD meetings With experience in business, finance, technology, education, strategy development, fundraising, and/or public relations Understanding that participation requires a high level of commitment and time A collaborative decision-maker Have a strong desire to help the organization raise funds for its work Able to exercise appropriate judgment and oversight

Corporate Relations & Fundraising Coordinator

Friends of Willow

Position Type: Coordinator (Unpaid)

Domain: Animal Welfare

Location: Portland, ME or remote if needed

Organization Information

Website: www.friendsofwillow.org

Mission statement: Friends of Willow is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Friends of Willow is dedicated to providing rescue, shelter, medical care, and spay/neuter services for abandoned, abused, or neglected rabbits in Southern Maine. The mission of Friends of Willow is to (1) place all of these rabbits into permanent and loving, safe indoor homes and to (2) educate the public regarding companion rabbit care, the benefits of adopting, and the importance of spaying and neutering.

Position Detail

Job Description:

 

We are currently looking for a Corporate Relations & Fundraising Coordinator to join our team. The Coordinator is responsible for organizing activities to raise funds or otherwise solicit and gather monetary donations or other gifts for the organization.

 

When Coordinators embrace their responsibilities, commit to engage productively, and contribute generously to serve the best interests of the FOW, they can accomplish great things in achieving the mission and the organization’s greater potential. Serving as a Coordinator for FOW can provide an extraordinary opportunity for an individual who is passionate about improving the lives of animals.

 

Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain corporate fundraising programs Maintain a comprehensive donor database Develop and maintain media contact lists Develop strategies to encourage new or increased contributions Recruit sponsors, participants, or volunteers for fundraising activities Direct or supervise fundraising volunteers Secure commitments of participation or donation from individuals or corporate donors 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 and expense reports for fundraising activities Attend community events, meetings, or conferences to solicit donations or sponsorships Design or produce materials such as posters, website posts, or newsletters to promote, market, or advertise fundraising activities Develop fundraising activities that maximize participation or contributions and minimize costs Write and send letters of thanks to donors

 

Duties:

Represent the organization in and to the community Be aware of the organization's program priorities Exercise due care in overseeing the activities of the organization Be willing to work respectfully Correct and take responsibility for errors and oversights Be accessible to staff and to others BOD members Make a two‐year commitment to serving on the organization

Qualifications:

Excellent communication and writing skills Ability to maintain a respectable tone when representing FOW Willing to make a commitment to the organization’s mission and goals Reliable access to online email, drive, and database platforms An affinity for cultivating relationships, building consensus among diverse individuals, and inspiring action Understanding that participation requires a high level of commitment and time A collaborative decision-maker Able to exercise appropriate judgment and oversight

Table Assistant

Interested in volunteering with an awesome rescue? Help us get the 411 out on proper rabbit care.

Be an Info Table Assistant! As such, you will:

(a) accept an assignment when you are available (usually Saturdays or Sundays)

(b) arrive at the location at the time specified, set up table

(c) talk to customers about our rabbits available for adoption

(d) share accurate information on how to care for rabbits

(e) invite people to sign up for foster homes or volunteers

(f) tell customers about our educational programs

(g) give out coloring pages to children

(h) get to meet animal lovers from all over

(i) spread the word about upcoming fundraisers and events

(j) have a really good time!

Once you sign up and know what's expected of you, one of us will go with you until you feel comfortable being on your own. There will always be someone to call if you get stuck.