Events Co-Chair (Community Events Committee)

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Volunteer Opportunity: Furry 5K & Community Events Chair, Board of Directors

Do you love dogs, cats, and critters? Do you also have events and leadership expertise? If so,
we have a position for you!

The Seattle Animal Shelter Foundation (SASF) is seeking a Community Events Chair to plan and
execute events for the Seattle Animal Shelter Foundation and the animals we are supporting.
This role has the unique opportunity to plan and coordinate events on behalf of this 501(c)3
organization. The Community Events Co-Chair will collaborate with the Furry 5K and
Community Events committee members and will be a member of our 15-person board. This is
an unpaid position with a 3-year term. This position will require an average of 3-5 hours of work
weekly throughout the year, as we host our own and participate in a variety of communityfocused fundraising and awareness events.

The ideal candidate has previous event and volunteer management experience, is willing to roll
up their sleeves to plan and execute tasks and is passionate about helping Seattle’s animals and
engaging with the community. This animal lover will be well-versed in planning and executing a
variety of events, ranging from small tabling events to large-scale extravaganzas. In particular,
this individual will also be well versed in and will take the lead on event volunteer recruitment,
training, and management and should be comfortable with delegating tasks and leading a team
of passionate volunteers. Attention to detail, a can-do attitude, and the ability to thrive in a
fast-paced, ambiguous environment are essential elements to this role. The candidate will also
work with our fundraising and marketing teams to ensure our donors are well-informed about
upcoming events.

Here are some of the projects you will be co-leading:
* Furry 5K: Each June, the Furry 5K fun run/walk fundraiser attracts thousands of twolegged runners accompanied by their four-legged companions. The race is followed by
pet fair, with entertainment, festive music, awards, and an interactive vendor area. A
popular event in Seattle that is celebrating its 25th year! The Furry 5K is one of the few
races in the Puget Sound area that encourages participants to run or walk with their
dogs.
* Several smaller fundraising and awareness events throughout the year: From small
beer and wine events to neighborhood festivals to annual holiday photo sessions, SASF
works to raise awareness about the Seattle Animal Shelter through various events.
Board Member Requirements:
* Ability to commit to a 3-year term
* Ability to contribute $1000 annually to SASF through funds or in-kind donations (any
solicited/procured items and event ticket sales from one's network counts toward this
commitment)
* Ability to attend monthly Board meetings held on Wednesdays 5:30-7pm (currently
virtual)

About the Seattle Animal Shelter Foundation:
In 2010, the Seattle Animal Shelter and a committed group of volunteers recognized that there
were certain needs beyond the scope of what the City could fund. To better address these
needs, SASF was formed. SASF raises critical funds to help enrich the lives of Seattle’s animals
and empowers volunteers and the local community to become part of the effort. SASF is
comprised of an all-volunteer Board of Directors who serve three-year consecutive terms.
Recent SASF projects include:
* * Veterinary Clinic Revamp
* * Animal Behavorial Program
How to apply: Please email your resume to SASF’s Governance Committee at
governance@seattleaf.org.

The Seattle Animal Shelter Foundation (SASF) is committed to advancing diversity, equity, and
inclusion in all aspects of our work, with a strategic focus in establishing inclusive recruitment
and retention initiatives. SASF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified
applicants for paid and volunteer positions will receive consideration for employment without
regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity or
expression, two-spirit identity, sexual orientation, sensory, physical, or mental disability, marital
status, political ideology, protected veteran status, or on any other basis protected by federal,
state or local law, or any other non-merit based factors.