Four Paws Food Bank Foundation is a Registered Charity dedicated to supporting pets and their people during times of crisis. We believe that short-term hardship should not result in permanent surrender. We help keep people and pets together by providing support for pet food and supplies.
An Event Planning Volunteer helps make our fundraising initiatives possible by bringing creativity, energy, and organization to our small team. Volunteers play a key role in shaping events that support our mission, engaging the community, and helping us raise resources to keep pets and their families together.
This is the right role for you if you are someone who:
- Believes in supporting people and pets during difficult times
- Values the positive impact of companion animals on communities
- Loves planning and attending events
- Enjoys working collaboratively in a small, dynamic team
- Can take initiative on small tasks and follow through independently
- Enjoys connecting with the community and helping promote events
- Likes thinking creatively to make events fun and successful
An Events and Fundraising Volunteer’s main tasks are to participate in: - Brainstorm ideas for fundraising events and online campaigns
- Help plan and prepare for events, including creating social media posts and promotions
- Assist with setting up and taking down event spaces, tents, and displays
- Support the delivery of events, making sure everything runs smoothly
- Help design and run virtual or online fundraising events
We will provide training to introduce to you the organization, our volunteers, and to describe current event set up and supplies.
Time commitment:
We ask for a commitment of a minimum of 3 hours per month, for at least six months.
Volunteering in this role offers you: - Practical experience planning, organizing, and running events, both in-person and online
- Skills in social media promotion, community engagement, and fundraising strategy
- The chance to build teamwork and leadership experience in a small, collaborative environment
- Opportunities to contribute your own ideas and see them come to life
- Experience to strengthen your resume or portfolio
- The satisfaction of making a direct, positive impact on people and pets in your community
