Committee Volunteer
Summary
Location
This opportunity can be done from anywhere.
When
About This Opportunity
Ongoing Recruitment
All are welcome! We have many volunteer opportunities that can work around your availability. You may assist with more than one volunteer activity depending on your interest. Orientation: virtually or in-person (30 minutes) Location: virtual, at-home and in-person volunteer options available
Communications Committee
Create awareness and educate the community.
Examples of how you can get involved:
- Developing and distributing an annual calendar
- Planning and facilitating community at home virtual workshops
- Tending a booth
- Presenting virtually and in-person
- Maintaining databases (Seniors’ Discount Directory, Info Hub)
- Creating/proofing marketing materials ex. Social media, newsletter, website
- Planning and assisting with community workshops
Time commitment: 1 committee meeting per month (1 hour) and monthly tasks. Hours will vary depending on your availability. We welcome all applications!
Fundraising Committee
Assist with fundraising activities, such as: special events (The Grand Parade), soliciting sponsorships and campaigns.
Examples of how you can get involved:
- Help organize and attend special event fundraisers
- Develop planned giving and major gifting opportunities
- Communicate with new and past sponsors
- Maintain sponsorship database and relationships
Time commitment: 1 committee meeting per month (1 hour) and monthly tasks, heaviest from January – June (3-4 hours a week). Hours will vary depending on your availability. We welcome all applications!
Housing Committee
Identify and promote affordable, accessible, and equitable housing options for seniors.
Examples of how you can get involved:
- Housing Guide for Seniors Task Force
- Identifying naturally occurring retirement communities (NORCS)
Time commitment: Hours will vary depending on your availability. We welcome all applications!
Volunteer Committee – New Opportunity!
Recruit and orient volunteers to the GRCOA volunteer program.
Examples of how you can get involved:
- Promote volunteering
- Organize volunteer appreciation events, recognition and retention activities
- Attend community events
Time commitment: Hours will vary depending on your availability. We welcome all applications!
How to Apply
1. Fill out a volunteer application form.
2. Interview
3. Orientation
4. Get matched with volunteer opportunities
5. Start volunteering
Volunteer Requirements
Whether you meet these requirements or not, we encourage you to share your interest in us. You may still be a fit for a different opportunity with our organization.
- Lives in Brantford-Brant area