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About the Position | |||
Position: 2808 - 'Special Event FUNdraising Crew' for The Grand Parade - Sept 1 to 19 (PLEASE APPLY during COVID-19) | |||
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Position Address: Various public venues in Mississauga and Brampton | |||
Location: Mississauga, Brampton | |||
GoalPeel Senior Link (PSL), a not-for-profit charitable organization, was established in 1991 as a local initiative of the Ministry of Health, Halton-Peel Long-Term Care Area Office. Since that time, the agency has grown tremendously, now offering services to buildings and their surrounding neighbourhoods that house over 1,200 seniors in the Region of Peel (Brampton & Mississauga).From September 1st to 19th, we're fundraising to publicly honour and support aging friends and family. This event is a key fundraising event for Peel Senior Link, and will support our expanding work with seniors throughout Mississauga and Brampton.As PSL assembles its team of valuable event volunteers, we have a need for a 'Special Event FUNdraising Crew' to speak directly to donors in common places within the community. Locations will be released upon application to this position. Example locations include, but are not limited to: shopping malls, groceries stores, and department stores. |
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Description'Peel Senior Link' needs YOU! - Bring a family member or friend to volunteer with you to fundraise for this special event: September 1 to 19, called 'The Grand Parade'- We need your help to publicly honour and support aging friends and family- We're asking you to spend a few hours a week with our donation signage in select locations (eg. shopping malls) where you will raise funds and awareness for our MAJOR CHARITY FUNDRAISER.- By sharing your time, you will help support our work with seniors throughout Peel regionTIME SENSITIVE VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITY! Please apply without delay. Volunteers with 'profiles' in Volunteer MBC's Referral System can 'click' the yellow box 'Apply Now! (above/below) to register their name/contact information and join our 'Crew' of event volunteers! (IF you don't have a 'profile', create one!) Thank you! |
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Benefits+ Secondary school students have the opportunity to earn hours towards their '40 hours' community service graduation requirement+ Get involved in the Mississauga and Brampton communities to make a difference in the lives of seniors+ Excellent opportunity to support seniors and programs that support them through this fun-filled event+ Enjoy the satisfaction of making a key contribution to an event that raises both awareness and funds for PSL's worthwhile seniors' programs in Mississauga and Brampton+ You'll be decked out in 'swag' (T-shirt, lanyard, name tag) and guaranteed to have fun raising funds! |
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Qualifications● Great people skills, approachable, and friendly● Organized, punctual, reliable (able to adhere faithfully to engagement schedule)● Ability to stand for extended periods● Ready to canvass collaboratively in partnership with another volunteer (who could be a family member or friend!)● Enthusiasm for spreading the word and rallying support● Previous experience in fundraising (canvassing the public) is an asset but is not required! Police Check: Not required Resume:Not required Driver's Licence: Not required Proof of Vaccination: Not required |
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Time CommitmentThis is a Special Event commitment starting 2020-09-01 AND ending 2020-09-19
Shifts are available on the following days - Monday Afternoon, Monday Evening, Tuesday Afternoon, Tuesday Evening, Wednesday Afternoon, Wednesday Evening, Thursday Afternoon, Thursday Evening, Friday Afternoon, Friday Evening, Saturday Morning, Saturday Afternoon, Saturday Evening, Sunday Morning, Sunday Afternoon, Sunday Evening EVENT DATES: September 1 to 19, 2020MINIMUM 1 SHIFT per week (more if desired). SHIFTS will range from 5 to 8 HOURSThe work schedule is flexible to each volunteer's needs and site location hours of operation. |
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Training *** 'VIRTUAL' (online) during COVID-19, unless otherwise indicated *** |
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More DetailsAreas of Interest: Fundraising, Seasonal/Special Event, Senior Support
Accessibility: Unknown Ideal for: Individuals, Groups, Newcomers, Older Adults |
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How to Contact | |||
Send an Email Message | |||
Social Media | |||
http://www.peelseniorlink.com | |||
https://www.facebook.com/pages/PEEL-SENIOR-LINK/233928080093427?rf=1408123082737776 | |||
https://twitter.com/peelseniorlink | |||
https://www.linkedin.com/company/peelseniorlink/ | |||
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