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Flexible Schedule
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Purpose: Outreach & Engagement volunteers represent Wild Paws and our mission. Duties may include set up and/or teardown of booths, interaction with the public, handing out educational materials and Wild Paws merchandise. Specific tasks assigned specific to the event. Location: Various offsite locations including Twin Cities, Duluth, other Minnesota and Wisconsin regions. Events can have duration of 1-day, 2-day weekend or more days. Event may be located outside i.e. in a park or inside a building i.e. convention center. Responsibilities: Collaborating on new ideas, directions and venues for outreach opportunities Research new outreach opportunities and participate in hosting booths and selling merchandise Availabilities for shift coverage at outreach booths, and educating the public about Wild Paws and our Mission Qualifications: Interest in wildlife species and conservation and rescue, sustaining the environment, and education of the public Solid oral and written communication skills Ability to communicate in a professional manner with press and community contacts Experience working with Point of Sale platforms, i.e. the Square Self-motivated, good organizational skills, detail-oriented, ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines, time and asset management skills Interest in nonprofit marketing and communications Time commitment: Minimum of 4-8 hours per month
Date Posted: 2024-07-27
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Flexible Schedule
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Virtual Opportunity
Wild Paws Midwest Animal Sanctuary (Wild Paws) Board Member Job Description Mission: To rescue and provide a safe habitat for displaced wild animals while promoting coexistence and preservation of their ecosystems. This is an extraordinary opportunity for an individual who is passionate about wildlife and the environment. The Wild Paws Board of Directors is a working board which provides mission-based leadership and strategic governance, therefore the expectation is to actively collaborate with our team on an ongoing basis. Specific responsibilities include: Leadership, governance and oversight Active participation and forward thinking to determine the choices for the organization and to to ensure that board resolutions are carried out Providing ethical financial oversight and stability by upholding Wild Paws foundation of transparency and accountability Strategic planning and regular evaluation throughout the year of Wild Paws goals and outcomes Personal accountability and preparation in reviewing agenda and supporting materials prior to board meetings Fundraising Board Members will commit to participating in Wild Paws Mission and to our financial sustainability, ensuring that Wild Paws can credibly solicit contributions from foundations, organizations, and individuals Qualifications Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a passion a commitment to wildlife conservation Enthusiasm to educate the public about the preservation of wild animals and their ecosystems Board terms/participation Board meetings will be held monthly; some meetings and events will be in-person, however remote access can be accommodated Service on Wild Paws Board of Directors is without remuneration Expectation of minimum 5-10 hours per month and more during peak times (i.e. annual planning, summer season, events, etc.) Please supply letter of interest and resume to contact@wildpaws.org by 5/18/2024 For more information on Wild Paws, please visit wildpaws.org
Date Posted: 2024-07-13
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2024-07-27
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2024-10-25
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St. Croix Falls, WI 54024
Purpose: Compost Lead Volunteer is responsible for onsite compost management. Tasks may include researching proper compost techniques and maintaining the bins and or areas of specific composting. Location: Onsite at Wild Paws Midwest Animal Sanctuary Key Responsibilities: We work outside year round therefore must have appropriate work clothing for any weather, hot or cold, including work gloves and boots; does not mind getting dirty Working with various composting techniques Must provide own transportation Pleasant manner, stamina, flexibility, dependability Qualifications: Interest in wildlife species and conservation and rescue, sustaining the environment, and education of the public Solid communication skills Knowledge of composting Knowledge of tools a plus, but not required Time Commitment: as needed Dress Code: Outdoor work clothes that can get dirty. Proper attire for weather (i.e. rain gear, snow boots, gloves.) No open toe sandals or flip flops. No dangling jewelry or anything that can fall off into an enclosure area or on grounds. Preferred no perfume/cologne/body spray should be worn.
Date Posted: 2024-07-27
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Flexible Schedule
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Virtual Opportunity
Volunteer Job Description: Wild Paws seeks dynamic, self-starters to assist in our fundraising efforts, including Letters of Inquiry (LOI), Requests for Proposal (RFP) and grant research and writing. This is an excellent opportunity to experience various aspects of fundraising, including promotion of Wild Paws through fundraising events and outreach opportunities. Responsibilities: Assisting with grant research, application writing and tracking, including calendaring deadlines Assist in organizing and implementation of awareness and giving campaigns Collaborating on new ideas, directions and venues for fundraising, including donor development and corporate relations Assist in maintaining grant databases and files Collaborate and assist as needed in planning community engagement, outreach and fundraising events Assist in tracking and evaluating all fundraising efforts, including outreach and special events Assist in planning and implementing a fundraising plan Assist in preparing acknowledgement letters, thank you cards and other correspondence, including follow-up Qualifications: Interest in wildlife species and conservation and rescue, sustaining the environment, and education of the public Solid oral and written communication skills Computer literate, i.e. working knowledge of word processing and data spreadsheets; knowledge of slide presentations a plus Ability to communicate in a professional manner with funders and community contacts Experience in grant writing is a plus Experience with Point of Sale devices/software (i.e. Square credit card processing) and having knowledge of Customer Relationship (CRM) software is a plus Self-motivated, good organizational skills, detail-oriented, ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines, time and asset management skills Interest in nonprofit development/fundraising Time commitment: Minimum of 4-8 hours per month
Date Posted: 2024-07-27
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Flexible Schedule
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Virtual Opportunity
Wild Paws Volunteer Job Description: Wild Paws seeks dynamic, self-starters to assist in our development of donor and corporate relations efforts. This is an excellent opportunity to experience various aspects of donor development, including promotion of Wild Paws through fundraising events and outreach opportunities. Responsibilities: Assist in planning and implementing a development, donor and corporate relations plan Collaborating on new ideas, directions and venues for donor development and corporate relations, including fundraising Reach out to community organizations and general public to cultivate potential donors Conducting prospect research on individual, foundation, and corporate donors Collaborate on various programs, i.e. animal sponsorship and legacy program Assist in preparing acknowledgement letters, thank you cards and other correspondence Collaborate and assist as needed in planning community engagement, outreach and fundraising events Qualifications: Interest in wildlife species and conservation and rescue, sustaining the environment, and education of the public Solid oral and written communication skills Computer literate, i.e. working knowledge of word processing and data spreadsheets; knowledge of slide presentations a plus Ability to communicate in a professional manner with donors and corporate contacts Experience with Point of Sale devices/software (i.e. Square credit card processing) and having knowledge of Customer Relationship (CRM) software is a plus Self-motivated, good organizational skills, detail-oriented, ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines, time and asset management skills Interest in nonprofit development/fundraising Time commitment: Minimum of 4-8 hours per month
Date Posted: 2024-07-27