Volunteer: Information Booth at Career & Community FairAbout the Opportunity: What You’ll Do: Set up and staff the FareStart information table Share information about FareStart’s mission, job training programs, and volunteer opportunities Engage with students in a friendly, approachable way Answer questions and provide basic guidance on how to get involved Help break down materials at the end of the eventIdeal Volunteer: Comfortable talking with high school-aged youth Friendly, outgoing, and enthusiastic about community engagement Able to speak clearly about FareStart (training/talking points provided) Spanish-speaking skills are a plus but not requiredImpact: Additional Details: This is an outdoor event (weather permitting), so dress accordingly Materials and talking points will be provided in advanceCome represent FareStart and help us connect with future leaders in our community! Volunteer Program: Event Staffing and Administration About the Opportunity: What You’ll Do: Set up and staff the FareStart information table Share information about FareStart’s mission, job training programs, and volunteer opportunities Engage with students in a friendly, approachable way Answer questions and provide basic guidance on how to get involved Help break down materials at the end of the eventIdeal Volunteer: Comfortable talking with high school-aged youth Friendly, outgoing, and enthusiastic about community engagement Able to speak clearly about FareStart (training/talking points provided) Spanish-speaking skills are a plus but not requiredImpact: Additional Details: This is an outdoor event (weather permitting), so dress accordingly Materials and talking points will be provided in advanceCome represent FareStart and help us connect with future leaders in our community! Volunteer Program: Event Staffing and Administration Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 98030 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Information Booth at Madison Park Farmers MarketAbout the Opportunity: What You’ll Do: Set up and staff the FareStart information table Greet market visitors and spark conversation about FareStart Share information about our job training programs, social enterprise businesses, and community impact Answer questions and direct interested folks to volunteer, donate, or learn more Help with light set-up and breakdown of materialsIdeal Volunteer: Friendly, approachable, and comfortable starting conversations with the public Passionate about community, food systems, or social impact Able to represent FareStart with enthusiasm and clarity (training and talking points provided) Reliable and able to stand for the duration of the shiftImpact: Additional Details: This is an outdoor role—please dress for the weather No heavy lifting required Materials and support provided by staffJoin us at the market and help bring FareStart’s mission to life in the community! Volunteer Program: Event Staffing and Administration About the Opportunity: What You’ll Do: Set up and staff the FareStart information table Greet market visitors and spark conversation about FareStart Share information about our job training programs, social enterprise businesses, and community impact Answer questions and direct interested folks to volunteer, donate, or learn more Help with light set-up and breakdown of materialsIdeal Volunteer: Friendly, approachable, and comfortable starting conversations with the public Passionate about community, food systems, or social impact Able to represent FareStart with enthusiasm and clarity (training and talking points provided) Reliable and able to stand for the duration of the shiftImpact: Additional Details: This is an outdoor role—please dress for the weather No heavy lifting required Materials and support provided by staffJoin us at the market and help bring FareStart’s mission to life in the community! Volunteer Program: Event Staffing and Administration Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 98112 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Donor Thank You Call SupportHelp FareStart properly thank and appreciate donors who are supporting our mission to disrupt poverty, nourish communities and transform lives. Volunteers signing up for this opportunity are indicating their interest and availability during the week day to make phone calls and send emails to donors from their homes or offices. Volunteer Program: Event Staffing and Administration Help FareStart properly thank and appreciate donors who are supporting our mission to disrupt poverty, nourish communities and transform lives. Volunteers signing up for this opportunity are indicating their interest and availability during the week day to make phone calls and send emails to donors from their homes or offices. Volunteer Program: Event Staffing and Administration Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 98101 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Information Tabling at Bite of SeattleVolunteer Role: Information Tabling Ambassador Overview Responsibilities Welcome and engage event attendees in a friendly, approachable manner Share information about FareStart’s mission, programs, and impact Talk about current volunteer opportunities and ways to get involved Distribute branded materials and swag Answer basic questions or direct people to appropriate resources Assist with booth setup and breakdown as neededQualifications Comfortable speaking with the public and representing FareStart Friendly, professional, and enthusiastic Able to communicate clearly and stay on message Reliable and punctual Previous experience with FareStart or outreach is helpful but not requiredTime Commitment Shifts will be approximately 3–4 hours (exact times TBD)What to Expect A lively, outdoor festival environment Standing for extended periods Opportunities to connect with a wide range of community membersWhat We Provide Brief training and talking points All materials needed for the booth Support from FareStart staffWhy Volunteer? Volunteer Program: Event Staffing and Administration Volunteer Role: Information Tabling Ambassador Overview Responsibilities Welcome and engage event attendees in a friendly, approachable manner Share information about FareStart’s mission, programs, and impact Talk about current volunteer opportunities and ways to get involved Distribute branded materials and swag Answer basic questions or direct people to appropriate resources Assist with booth setup and breakdown as neededQualifications Comfortable speaking with the public and representing FareStart Friendly, professional, and enthusiastic Able to communicate clearly and stay on message Reliable and punctual Previous experience with FareStart or outreach is helpful but not requiredTime Commitment Shifts will be approximately 3–4 hours (exact times TBD)What to Expect A lively, outdoor festival environment Standing for extended periods Opportunities to connect with a wide range of community membersWhat We Provide Brief training and talking points All materials needed for the booth Support from FareStart staffWhy Volunteer? Volunteer Program: Event Staffing and Administration Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 98109 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Information Tabling at University Heights Center Summer Pop-UpVolunteer Role: Information Tabling Ambassador Overview Responsibilities Welcome and engage attendees in a warm, approachable way Share information about FareStart’s programs, impact, and volunteer opportunities Answer questions and help guide people to ways they can get involved Distribute materials and light swag Assist with booth setup and cleanupQualifications Friendly and comfortable speaking with the public Able to represent FareStart in a professional and engaging way Clear communicator with a positive attitude Reliable and punctual Previous outreach experience is helpful but not requiredTime Commitment Shifts are approximately 2–3 hours (exact timing TBD)What to Expect A casual, outdoor community event with families, neighbors, and local vendors Standing and engaging with attendees throughout your shift A supportive and welcoming volunteer environmentWhat We Provide Brief orientation and talking points All materials needed for the booth Support from FareStart staffWhy Volunteer? Volunteer Program: Event Staffing and Administration Volunteer Role: Information Tabling Ambassador Overview Responsibilities Welcome and engage attendees in a warm, approachable way Share information about FareStart’s programs, impact, and volunteer opportunities Answer questions and help guide people to ways they can get involved Distribute materials and light swag Assist with booth setup and cleanupQualifications Friendly and comfortable speaking with the public Able to represent FareStart in a professional and engaging way Clear communicator with a positive attitude Reliable and punctual Previous outreach experience is helpful but not requiredTime Commitment Shifts are approximately 2–3 hours (exact timing TBD)What to Expect A casual, outdoor community event with families, neighbors, and local vendors Standing and engaging with attendees throughout your shift A supportive and welcoming volunteer environmentWhat We Provide Brief orientation and talking points All materials needed for the booth Support from FareStart staffWhy Volunteer? Volunteer Program: Event Staffing and Administration Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 98101 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Represent FareStart as an AmbassadorVolunteer Role: FareStart Ambassador (Information Tabling Volunteer) Overview Responsibilities Pick up information booth materials from FareStart’s downtown location (700 Virginia St.) prior to the event (flexible timing in the days leading up) Transport materials to the event site and set up the information booth Engage with community members by sharing FareStart’s mission and impact Answer questions, recruit volunteers, and direct people to additional resources (printed materials and website) Pack up materials after the event and return them to FareStart in the days followingQualifications Comfortable speaking with the public and representing FareStart Willing to learn key information about FareStart (talking points will be provided) Able to transport booth materials to and from events 18 years of age or older Willing to complete a brief interview with FareStart staffHow to Get Involved Volunteer Program: Event Staffing and Administration Volunteer Role: FareStart Ambassador (Information Tabling Volunteer) Overview Responsibilities Pick up information booth materials from FareStart’s downtown location (700 Virginia St.) prior to the event (flexible timing in the days leading up) Transport materials to the event site and set up the information booth Engage with community members by sharing FareStart’s mission and impact Answer questions, recruit volunteers, and direct people to additional resources (printed materials and website) Pack up materials after the event and return them to FareStart in the days followingQualifications Comfortable speaking with the public and representing FareStart Willing to learn key information about FareStart (talking points will be provided) Able to transport booth materials to and from events 18 years of age or older Willing to complete a brief interview with FareStart staffHow to Get Involved Volunteer Program: Event Staffing and Administration Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Zip Code: 98101 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Marketing & Communications Administrative SupportOverview FareStart provides job training and wraparound support services to individuals experiencing barriers to employment so that they have the tools, training and support needed to gain long-term employment. The Communications team works to generate awareness and support for our mission through email and social marketing, outreach materials, point of sale, public advocacy, and our website. Tasks This ongoing bi-weekly volunteer role will support in a variety of activities, including: Transcribing and documenting quotes from student graduations and story-telling interviews Subtitling videos Inventorying and organizing content (photos, files, etc.) on shared Marcomm storage drive Inventorying and organizing content in Dropbox account Uploading content to various platformsImprove quality of website traffic through Search Engine Optimization (SEO)Google AdWords support Organizing and uploading content to External Affairs SharePoint site Other administrative tasks as needed Schedule and Location Up to 8 hours every other week Flexibility for onsite vs remote work shifts Office address: 700 Virginia St, Seattle WA 98101 Qualifications Comfortable with computers, Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Canva, Hootsuite, Mailchimp and WordPress Basic graphic design experienceKnowledge of SEO best practices helpful but not mandatory Respect of confidential and private informationMust adhere to volunteer expectations Flexibility: tasks and amount of work may change week to weekVolunteer Program: Event Staffing and Administration Overview FareStart provides job training and wraparound support services to individuals experiencing barriers to employment so that they have the tools, training and support needed to gain long-term employment. The Communications team works to generate awareness and support for our mission through email and social marketing, outreach materials, point of sale, public advocacy, and our website. Tasks This ongoing bi-weekly volunteer role will support in a variety of activities, including: Transcribing and documenting quotes from student graduations and story-telling interviews Subtitling videos Inventorying and organizing content (photos, files, etc.) on shared Marcomm storage drive Inventorying and organizing content in Dropbox account Uploading content to various platformsImprove quality of website traffic through Search Engine Optimization (SEO)Google AdWords support Organizing and uploading content to External Affairs SharePoint site Other administrative tasks as needed Schedule and Location Up to 8 hours every other week Flexibility for onsite vs remote work shifts Office address: 700 Virginia St, Seattle WA 98101 Qualifications Comfortable with computers, Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Canva, Hootsuite, Mailchimp and WordPress Basic graphic design experienceKnowledge of SEO best practices helpful but not mandatory Respect of confidential and private informationMust adhere to volunteer expectations Flexibility: tasks and amount of work may change week to weekVolunteer Program: Event Staffing and Administration Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Ambassador VolunteerGOAL OF THE POSITION To help promote FareStart to the community, engage people and get them excited and informed about FareStart’s work. VARIATIONS Volunteer ambassadors will have the opportunity to partake in one or more of the following types of ambassador roles. TABLING- These events are most often linked to workplace giving. Volunteers will be provided with a packet that includes table layouts, FAQ, notes about FareStart, sample spiels and training to prepare them. Volunteers will be asked to collect supplies at FareStart, take them to the event, set up the table and then represent FareStart at the event. Afterwards the volunteer will be responsible for returning materials to FareStart. Must be able to carry 25 lbs. SPEAKING- These events are most often linked to workplace giving and third-party events. Volunteers will be provided with notes about FareStart, scripts, as well as the opportunity to shadow. Most speaking engagements last from 5 to 15 minutes depending on the event. COMMUNITY EVENTS- Ambassador volunteers will get first access to special events where we want to send in knowledgeable volunteers to represent FareStart in the community.PROGRAMS OUTREACH AMBASSADOR- Represent FareStart at our community partner locations and help recruit new students. This is an ambassador role with a twist, emphasizing the Job Training and Employment Programs and impacting student enrollment. Volunteer outreach will increase the capacity for our programs team to engage with the community.
LOCATION Events usually take place during regular business hours (a few nights and weekends) both virtually and at various locations around the Seattle area and at FareStart locations. Opportunities will be assigned voluntarily on a first come first served basis.
Volunteer Program: Event Staffing and Administration GOAL OF THE POSITION To help promote FareStart to the community, engage people and get them excited and informed about FareStart’s work. VARIATIONS Volunteer ambassadors will have the opportunity to partake in one or more of the following types of ambassador roles. TABLING- These events are most often linked to workplace giving. Volunteers will be provided with a packet that includes table layouts, FAQ, notes about FareStart, sample spiels and training to prepare them. Volunteers will be asked to collect supplies at FareStart, take them to the event, set up the table and then represent FareStart at the event. Afterwards the volunteer will be responsible for returning materials to FareStart. Must be able to carry 25 lbs. SPEAKING- These events are most often linked to workplace giving and third-party events. Volunteers will be provided with notes about FareStart, scripts, as well as the opportunity to shadow. Most speaking engagements last from 5 to 15 minutes depending on the event. COMMUNITY EVENTS- Ambassador volunteers will get first access to special events where we want to send in knowledgeable volunteers to represent FareStart in the community.PROGRAMS OUTREACH AMBASSADOR- Represent FareStart at our community partner locations and help recruit new students. This is an ambassador role with a twist, emphasizing the Job Training and Employment Programs and impacting student enrollment. Volunteer outreach will increase the capacity for our programs team to engage with the community.
LOCATION Events usually take place during regular business hours (a few nights and weekends) both virtually and at various locations around the Seattle area and at FareStart locations. Opportunities will be assigned voluntarily on a first come first served basis.
Volunteer Program: Event Staffing and Administration Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Zip Code: 98312 Allow Groups: No |