The Advocates for Public Policy committee advocates in support of legislation and policy initiatives furthering the NYJL's work for women, children, and families in New York.
The Advocates for Public Policy committee advocates in support of legislation and policy initiatives furthering the NYJL's work for women, children, and families in New York.
Committee members research proposed legislation, educate committee members on their research, coordinate educational events for the NYJL's membership on these issues, and advocate virtually or in person on legislation or issues.
Member will gain experience in public speaking and presentation skills. Member will gain experience in researching and analyzing information. Members will gain insights into teaching and training others.
Planning meetings occur on Monday Evenings every other week beginning at 7:00 pm at the Astor House. Members must attend 75% of all committee planning meetings.
advocates@nyjl.org
Advocacy Day attendees are trained on how to communicate with Government officials on behalf of the bill that the NYJL and the committee are supporting that year.
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Volunteers must work independently outside of committee meetings to fulfill all deadlines. Volunteers must have an interest in government and the legislative process. Volunteers must have an interest in creative storytelling.
The Archives and Photography committee provides photographic coverage of NYJL events across all areas and archives images that share the history, impact, and diversity of the work of NYJL members.
The Archives and Photography committee provides photographic coverage of NYJL events across all areas and archives images that share the history, impact, and diversity of the work of NYJL members.
Committee members capture, preserve, and share the NYJL's history. Volunteer work can include attending and photographing events, post-processing photos, organizing photos, publishing photos, researching for the archives, organizing physical materials, digitizing files, and creating the monthly archives exhibit.
Members will gain experience in giving and receiving feedback, both positive and constructive, and analyzing for course correction. Members will gain insights into anticipating and identifying problems and finding potential solutions. Member will gain experience in practical and creative photography and visual storytelling skills.
Second Wednesday of the month from 7 - 8:30 pm at the Astor House. Members must attend 80% of all committee planning meetings.
archives@nyjl.org
Committee members receive training on creative photography skills throughout the year.
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Volunteers must possess an interest in creative storytelling. Volunteers must possess an interest in developing creative skills and design knowledge. Volunteers must process and upload photographs within 48 hours of event completion. Attend and photograph at least 8 events per year. Work independently outside of committee meetings to fulfill all deadlines.
The Artistic Journeys committee provides visual and performing arts education to students aged 5–11, developing meaningful mentor relationships that help students broaden their horizons, increase self-esteem, and find a creative outlet through art and performance.
The Artistic Journeys committee provides visual and performing arts education to students aged 5–11, developing meaningful mentor relationships that help students broaden their horizons, increase self-esteem, and find a creative outlet through art and performance.
The Children's Education Council strives to empower children as well as their parents and caregivers with the tools to help them build a positive future. Volunteers provide education support in a variety of disciplines including math, science, art, financial literacy, reading, and writing.
Artistic Journeys works with the Stanley M. Isaacs Center to provide visual and performing arts education to students, ages 5–11. Volunteers create and lead students in visual and performing arts lessons and activities one evening per week during the school year. In addition to learning about artistic movements and techniques, and participating in acting and dancing tutorials, students gain confidence and self-esteem all while building meaningful mentor relationships. Volunteers plan and co-lead at least three engaging and educationally appropriate lessons per semester while actively facilitating the success of lessons led by other volunteers. These lessons can be visual arts or performance arts based all of which serve to broaden their horizons and expose them to art and theater outside of the classroom.
Additionally, the committee arranges at least four field trips a year ranging from city museums and craft studios to Broadway shows. A few times a year, the committee organizes lessons to be taught by special guests including visiting artists/illustrators and Broadway performers. The Artistic Journeys year ends with a student art show, attended by their families, which is devoted to their hard work throughout the year.
Members will gain experience building effective verbal communication skills, teaching and training others as well as collaboration.
Wednesdays at 7:00 pm twice a year at the Astor House. Wednesdays from 6:30 - 8:00 pm weekly at P.S. 198 located at 1700 3rd Avenue. Meetings follow the New York City Department of Education school calendar.
artisticjourneys@nyjl.org
Training is provided by the Artistic Journeys' community partner and co-chairs based on Artistic Journey's programming model and basic strategies for working with children. Special Requirements include: Completing a one-time background check with fingerprinting (costs covered by the NYJL) and submitting additional forms for Community Partner. Volunteers should be prepared to: attend periodic field trips off-site from the Community Partner meeting location, be available on most (~75%) Wednesday evenings during the school year, be available to start at 6:30 pm, attend meetings as early as September and through early to mid-June and to work in a hands-on, one-on-one environment with children.
Stanley M. Isaacs Neighborhood Center • http://www.isaacscenter.org/ Mission Stanley M. Isaacs Neighborhood Center’s mission, in working with the poor, the isolated, and disconnected of all ages, genders, backgrounds, and abilities, is to promote social and physical well-being and encourage growth, self-reliance, and dignity throughout every stage of life. Serves: New York City children, members of low-income families, out-of-school and out-of-work youth, and aging New Yorkers including the isolated and homebound elderly. Issues Served: School-age and adolescent programs. Education and workforce development. Senior Services. Hunger and food security.
No meetings are held during the summer, school holidays, or weeks when there are parent-teacher conferences. Previous experience in visual arts, performance arts, and/or working with elementary school children is helpful, but not required. Enthusiasm is the most important aspect of volunteers, and the committee is happy to provide whatever training is necessary to make volunteers feel more comfortable and successful in their work.
The Auction committee plans, prepares, and executes both live and silent auctions for the NYJL’s signature fundraising events to ensure a consistent experience across all NYJL auctions. Auction partners with other Fundraising Events committees, senior leadership, and NYJL s... see more
The Auction committee plans, prepares, and executes both live and silent auctions for the NYJL’s signature fundraising events to ensure a consistent experience across all NYJL auctions. Auction partners with other Fundraising Events committees, senior leadership, and NYJL staff to host both live and silent auctions of donated items, generating vital funding to benefit our community work. Currently, the committee hosts auctions for Golden Tree, Savor the Spring, and Winter Ball.
The Fundraising Events Area raises funds to sustain the mission of the NYJL.
Committee members work with other Fundraising Events committees to guide and train others on the auction process, timeline, and operations. Volunteer work can include coordinating event logistics, researching items and donors, writing and editing item descriptions, staffing auctions at events, teaching others how to register for and bid on auctions, brainstorming auction sponsors and donors, performing reconciliation on auction items, and staffing auction item pick-up nights. Members will also have the opportunity to participate in social and other team-building activities with the committee. This is a flexible committee that facilitates remote and in-person engagement, both independently and as a group.
Members will enhance written and verbal communication skills by copyediting and enhancing item descriptions, and promoting these items at events. Members will gain experience in project management and editing through the item review process. At events, members will gain insight and comfort with talking to new people and making others feel welcome.
Mondays starting at 7:00 p.m. two to three times a month at the Astor House and/or Zoom; meeting cadence will increase before Fundraising Events. Volunteers must attend a minimum of 75% of committee meetings, some of which are exclusively in-person meetings.
auction@nyjl.org
Special Requirements:
Hybrid Option: Most committee meetings are hybrid, but some meetings and other committee requirements necessitate in-person attendance. Committee requirements cannot be met exclusively remotely.
The Building Blocks committee partners with Single Parent Resource Center to provide interactive play with parents and children (aged six months to six years) to create a safe and supportive environment for new parents to bond with their children.
The Building Blocks committee partners with Single Parent Resource Center to provide interactive play with parents and children (aged six months to six years) to create a safe and supportive environment for new parents to bond with their children.
The Child Health and Welfare Council teaches young people that challenging life circumstances provide opportunities to learn, grow, and persevere. Volunteers serve as mentors to establish a life-long support system that leads to continued success for at-risk youth. Volunteers use a positive approach and harness individual strengths to foster responsibility, self-esteem, and agency.
Committee members attend monthly modules on Saturdays for a group of eight to ten parents and their young children (0-8 years old). Each committee member plans and executes one module per volunteer year which might be centered on yoga, music, reading, arts and crafts, etc. Most planning occurs outside scheduled meetings.
Project development and implementation. Interpersonal skills including how to show compassion, respect, and trustworthiness. Counseling and mentoring others. Relationship building.
Two to three planning meetings throughout the year and a conference call with the Community Partner the week before the session the volunteer is planning. Community meetings are 10:00 am - 12:30 pm at the Single Parent Resource Center (228 East 45th #503). Volunteers must attend 50% of committee planning meetings and 50% of community meetings.
buildingblocks@nyjl.org
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The Single Parent Resource Center, Inc. (www.singleparentusa.com): SPRC is the only comprehensive agency devoted solely to providing programs for not only over 2,000 of New York City's single parents families annually, but also to thousands of families from all around the country, and from around the world, who access information about our services through social media.
Volunteers must be available on weekend mornings for committee events. Volunteers must work independently outside of committee meetings to fulfill all deadlines.
The Content Creation Committee develops internal and external communications campaigns, inclusive of social media, in support of the initiatives across all areas of the NYJL.
The Content Creation Committee develops internal and external communications campaigns, inclusive of social media, in support of the initiatives across all areas of the NYJL.
Committee members are ambassadors of the NYJL's mission, work and brand. Committee members educate NYJL members and non-members about who we are and what we do as an organization through the content we create. Committee work includes writing content and graphic design. Committee members will assist in the creation of communications campaigns across multiple channels, writing social media posts or NewsLog articles, website copy and marketing materials.
Member will gain experience in project development and implementation. Member will gain experience in researching and analyzing information. Member will gain insights in giving and receiving feedback, both positive and constructive, and analyzing for course correction. Member will gain experience in creative writing and editing, using graphic design tools, templates, and project management tools.
Wednesdays every other week starting at 7 pm at the Astor House. Committee members must attend 80% of committee planning meetings and actively participate in Content Creation Committee (creating content, fulfilling content requests, etc.). Meetings are in-person.
contentcreation@nyjl.org
Committee members are trained to use Trello for project management, Canva for graphic design, and Google Drive for collaboration.
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Volunteers must possess an interest in creative storytelling. Volunteers must possess a curiosity about the NYJL and the various volunteer work that our members do on behalf of the organization. Volunteers must attend additional training sponsored by the Strategy and Communications Area and work independently outside of committee meetings to fulfill all deadlines.
The Da Vinci Explorers committee enhances the scientific and art interest and capabilities of children.
The Da Vinci Explorers committee enhances the scientific and art interest and capabilities of children.
The Children's Education Council strives to empower children as well as their parents and caregivers with the tools to help them build a positive future. Volunteers provide education support in a variety of disciplines including math, science, art, financial literacy, reading, and writing.
Volunteers develop and lead two to three workshops per year at SCAN's Lehman residence. Volunteers also attend an additional six to eight workshops as a general volunteer (while other volunteers lead the workshop).
Effective verbal communication skills. Teaching and training others. Collaborating.
Planning meetings occur once per quarter (two times in the Fall, two times in the Spring) at the Astor House on Tuesdays from 7-8 pm. Volunteers must attend a minimum of 75% of committee planning meetings. Community meetings are biweekly on Mondays from 6-7 pm at SCAN's Lehman residence (1591 Madison Ave).
davinci@nyjl.org
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SCAN (https://www.scan-harbor.org/) provides various programs that help support high-risk children and families of Harlem, East Harlem, and South Bronx.
Volunteers must complete additional forms as the Community Partners require, including background checks, TB tests, and vaccination card scans.
The Girls’ Leadership Institute committee inspires young girls to build confidence and skills to live as leaders.
The Girls’ Leadership Institute committee inspires young girls to build confidence and skills to live as leaders.
The Child Health and Welfare Council teaches young people that challenging life circumstances provide opportunities to learn, grow, and persevere. Volunteers serve as mentors to establish a life-long support system that leads to continued success for at-risk youth. Volunteers use a positive approach and harness individual strengths to foster responsibility, self-esteem, and agency.
Each volunteer is responsible for co-leading two or three workshops throughout the school year. When leading the lesson, volunteers arrive early so workshops can start promptly at 6:00 pm and run for a full hour. When not leading workshops, volunteers actively engage with the girls by helping them with projects and overall relationship-building. Members are expected to attend 50% of workshops, including those which they co-lead.
Members will develop effective verbal communication skills, have an opportunity to develop interpersonal skills, including how to show compassion, respect, and trustworthiness, and develop relationship-building skills.
Planning meetings occur once per quarter on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 -8 pm at the Astor House. Volunteers are required to attend 75% of planning meetings.
Workshops occur every other Wednesday from 6:00 - 7:00 pm at SCAN’s Lehman Community Center (1589 Madison Avenue, between 106th and 107th). Meetings follow the New York City Department of Education school calendar. Volunteers must attend a minimum of 50% of the workshops.
girlsleadership@nyjl.org
All training and guidance will be communicated during the first committee planning meeting.
SCAN-Harbor • https://www.scan-harbor.org/
Complete fingerprinting (costs covered by the Community Partner). Complete/submit additional forms for Community Partner. Be available on Wednesday evenings for volunteer opportunities. Be available to start at 6:00 pm when leading workshops. Work independently outside of committee meetings to fulfill all deadlines. Work hands-on and one-on-one with people.
The LIFT (Lead Inspire Focus and Thrive) committee provides a consistent and nurturing presence for at-risk teenage girls through mentorship.
The LIFT (Lead Inspire Focus and Thrive) committee provides a consistent and nurturing presence for at-risk teenage girls through mentorship.
The Child Health and Welfare Council teaches young people that challenging life circumstances provide opportunities to learn, grow, and persevere. Volunteers serve as mentors to establish a life-long support system that leads to continued success for at-risk youth. Volunteers use a positive approach and harness individual strengths to foster responsibility, self-esteem, and agency.
Volunteers are responsible for developing and executing various workshops throughout the year that focus on relevant topics such as physical well-being, mental empowerment, and life skills. This includes identifying the timeline and developing icebreakers and a 15-minute incremental lesson plan. Please note that many previously executed workshops can be repurposed for future years depending on the turnover of the mentees.
Experience working with teens. Patience, discretion, and open-mindedness when working with others. Ability to build enthusiasm and commitment among team members.
Planning Meetings Wednesdays from 7:00 - 8:00 pm once a month at the Astor House. Volunteers must attend a minimum of 75% of committee planning meetings. Community Meeting Information Wednesdays from 6:30 - 8:00 pm biweekly. Volunteers must attend a minimum of 75% of Community Partner meetings.
lift@nyjl.org
Rising Ground • https://www.risingground.org/
Complete fingerprinting (costs covered by the NYJL). A complete background check (costs covered by the NYJL). Attend one to two field trips off-site from the Community Partner meeting location. For those in a leadership position, attend additional meetings per month as needed. It is important that mentees have consistency in the presence of their mentors (LIFT volunteers). That said, while the schedule lends itself to giving off-time to certain subcommittees, we strongly encourage good attendance when leading and supporting a workshop.
The New View committee mentors young men and women who are in or are aging out of the foster care system.
The New View committee mentors young men and women who are in or are aging out of the foster care system.
The Child Health and Welfare Council teaches young people that challenging life circumstances provide opportunities to learn, grow, and persevere. Volunteers serve as mentors to establish a life-long support system that leads to continued success for at-risk youth. Volunteers use a positive approach and harness individual strengths to foster responsibility, self-esteem, and agency.
Each volunteer must lead at least three sessions throughout the year.
Interpersonal skills including how to show compassion, respect, and trustworthiness. Counseling and mentoring others. Relationship building.
Planning Meeting Information One Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. in the fall at the Astor House. One Thursday at 7:00 p.m. in January at the Astor House. Volunteers must attend 100% of committee planning meetings. Community Meeting Information Tuesdays from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. once every other week at Good Shepherd Services’ Chelsea Foyer at The Christopher located at 202 West 24th Street. (West Side subcommittee) Tuesdays from 6:45 to 8:00 p.m. once every other week at Good Shepherd Services’ Euphrasian Residence located at 337 East 17th Street. (East Side subcommittee) Volunteers must attend a minimum of 90% of Community Partner meetings.
newview@nyjl.org
Our Community Partner provides an in-depth training for each new volunteer as well as a refresher course for all returning volunteers.
Good Shepherd Services • https://goodshepherds.org/
Complete fingerprinting (costs covered by the NYJL). Complete background check (costs covered by the NYJL). Complete criminal history check (costs covered by NYJL). Complete/submit additional forms for Community Partner. Show/display proof of a TB test within past 12 months. Attend one additional training per year hosted by Community Partner. Be available on Tuesday evenings for volunteer opportunities. Be available to start at 6:45 p.m. Be 25 years old or older. (West Side subcommittee only)
The Passport to the World committee is a one-on-one mentoring program, aimed at educating and empowering children to learn about the world around them through cultural, artistic, and hands-on activities to infuse different global thinking and values.
The Passport to the World committee is a one-on-one mentoring program, aimed at educating and empowering children to learn about the world around them through cultural, artistic, and hands-on activities to infuse different global thinking and values.
The Children's Education Council strives to empower children as well as their parents and caregivers with the tools to help them build a positive future. Volunteers provide education support in a variety of disciplines including math, science, art, financial literacy, reading, and writing.
Passport to the World is a one-on-one mentoring committee that works with elementary school-age children. Volunteers are matched with a mentee with whom they work for the entire year. The committee hosts bi-weekly workshops focused on teaching lessons and traditions worldwide through cultural and artistic hands-on activities. Field trips and occasional cultural outings supplement the workshops. Volunteers are matched with a mentee at the beginning of the year and stay with the mentee through the end of that year. It’s imperative that volunteers attend all (or as many sessions) as possible. Mentors are expected to write a “Miss You” note to be presented to their mentee if they cannot make a session so the mentee knows they are being thought of. Volunteers each create and facilitate a lesson plan based on the criteria set by the co-chairs. Volunteers work with a partner and research exciting ideas, activities, and take-homes related to the designated topic. Volunteers work with the Community Partner and Co-Chairs to approve the lesson plan, work with the treasurer to purchase materials, and arrive early (6:00 pm) to set up and stay a little later (8:15 pm) to clean up.
Members will gain experience building Interpersonal skills including how to show compassion, respect, and trustworthiness. Other skills include teaching and training others as well as collaboration.
Planning Meetings Thursdays from 6:30-8:30 pm at at the Astor House in the beginning of January to decide on country lesson plans and year end Field Trip.
Regular Meetings Thursdays from 6:30 - 8:00 pm every other week.
passporttotheworld@nyjl.org
New York State Mentoring Program provides new mentor training to all volunteers. Special Requirements Complete fingerprinting (costs covered by the NYJL). A complete background check (costs covered by the NYJL). Full criminal history check (costs covered by NYJL). Complete/submit additional forms as facilitated by Community Partner including reference checks. Attend one additional training per year hosted by Community Partner. Attend year end field trip, planned by the volunteers, off-site from the Community Partner meeting location. Be available to start at 6:30 pm. Attend meetings starting in November through late May. Work hands-on and one-on-one with people.
Stanley M. Isaacs Neighborhood Center • http://www.isaacscenter.org/ Mission Stanley M. Isaacs Neighborhood Center’s mission, in working with the poor, the isolated, and disconnected of all ages, genders, backgrounds, and abilities, is to promote social and physical well-being and encourage growth, self-reliance, and dignity throughout every stage of life. Serves: New York City children, members of low-income families, out-of-school and out-of-work youth, and aging New Yorkers including the isolated and homebound elderly. Issues served: School-age and adolescent programs. Education and workforce development. Senior Services. Hunger and food security.
Because Passport to the World is a one-on-one mentoring program, the number of volunteers cannot exceed the number of mentees by more than three.
The Playground Improvement Project committee creates safe and beautiful play spaces for the greater New York City community.
The Playground Improvement Project committee creates safe and beautiful play spaces for the greater New York City community.
The City Impact Council undertakes service projects to increase the impact of organizations on New York City. Volunteers build capacity by lending ad hoc volunteers for immediate and short-term assistance. Volunteers also renovate indoor facilities and outdoor parks to be safe and beautiful spaces for surrounding communities.
Playground Improvement Project (PIP) partners with the NYC Department of Parks and Recreation to plan and execute a yearly large-scale park/playground improvement in Manhattan. PIP focuses its efforts on parks that need restoration and that we believe will have the greatest impact on the surrounding community. Each year, the committee selects a different New York City park and spends five weekends in the spring and one weekend in the fall painting, gardening, and completing general improvements in the park.
Members will gain experience in project development and implementation. They will also learn to give and receive feedback, both positive and constructive, and analyze for course correction. Coordinating tasks across multiple areas.
Tuesdays starting at 7:00 pm once to twice a month at the Astor House or off-site. Workdays are on the weekend, 5 work days are required.
pip@nyjl.org
Depending on the subcommittee and involvement, training boost skills in event organization and management, volunteer management, fundraising, marketing and design, and statistics and metrics.
New York City Department of Parks and Recreation • https://www.nycgovparks.org/Mission
The New York City Department of Parks and Recreation’s mission is to plan resilient and sustainable parks, public spaces, and recreational amenities, build a park system for present and future generations and care for parks and public spaces.
The majority of committee commitment takes place in the Spring months.
The Reading Rangers committee encourages and supports young children by providing literacy activities and one-on-one reading.
The Reading Rangers committee encourages and supports young children by providing literacy activities and one-on-one reading.
The Children's Education Council strives to empower children as well as their parents and caregivers with the tools to help them build a positive future. Volunteers provide education support in a variety of disciplines including math, science, art, financial literacy, reading, and writing.
Reading Rangers encourages and supports young children through literacy activities and one-on-one reading. The goal is to increase the children's reading skills and comprehension with weekly workshops and one-on-one reading time. The committee focuses on supporting girls and boys ages 6-12 with a positive, consistent approach, fostering a fun learning environment, and encouraging a love of reading.
Counseling and mentoring others. Interpersonal skills, including how compassion, respect, and trustworthiness. Anticipating and identifying problems and finding potential solutions.
Community Meetings occur weekly, at SCAN-Harbour in East Harlem each Monday from 6:30 - 7:30 pm. Volunteers must arrive by 6:15 pm. Volunteers must attend 80% of community meetings. Planning meetings are virtual and occur 2x a year, once in the fall and once in the spring.
readingrangers@nyjl.org
Volunteers must attend mandatory literacy training sponsored by SCAN-Harbor and/or the committee once or twice per volunteer year.
SCAN-Harbor (www.scan-harbor.org) is the largest youth service provider in Harlem, East Harlem, and the South Bronx. SCAN-Harbor supports "at risk" children and their families to achieve positive life goals.
Volunteers may be requested to complete additional forms as the Community Partner requires. Volunteers must be free on Monday evenings, according to the NYC school calendar, and be able to start programming at 6:30 pm. Volunteers must work hands-on and one-on-one with people. Committee work begins in September and continues through late May.
NYC School Calendar: https://www.schools.nyc.gov/about-us/news/2022-2023-school-year-calendar
The Social Equity Committee identifies, debates, iterates, and refines proposals for educational initiatives, policy priorities, and collaborations that move the NYJL’s community impact forward in innovative ways.
The Social Equity Committee identifies, debates, iterates, and refines proposals for educational initiatives, policy priorities, and collaborations that move the NYJL’s community impact forward in innovative ways.
Committee members will develop policy and programmatic proposals through research, education, training, and engagement related to creating a more just and equitable New York. For illustration, the committee may choose to explore topics such as fiscal equity in NYC schools; housing insecurity in NYC; health impact disparities in a COVID19 context; police and criminal justice reform and public safety impact; or other relevant topics.
Members will gain insights and experience in using their creative power to identify, debate, iterate and refine proposals for educational initiatives, policy priorities, and collaborations that move NYJL’s community impact forward in innovative ways.
Weekday evenings from 7:00-8:00pm, approximately once a month at the Astor House, Remote, or Hybrid.
SocialEquity@nyjl.org
Committee members will receive training on communications, advocacy work, and community partner work throughout the year.
Members should possess a sustained interest in working more directly in social equity work, and in supporting the NYJL’s deep commitment to community and advocacy work in thoughtful, intersectional ways.
The Specialty Shops committee designs, markets & sells NYJL-branded merchandise via the NYJL Boutique throughout the volunteer year and executes Shop & Stroll, an annual fundraiser held over a full weekend in late spring.
The Specialty Shops committee designs, markets & sells NYJL-branded merchandise via the NYJL Boutique throughout the volunteer year and executes Shop & Stroll, an annual fundraiser held over a full weekend in late spring.
The Fundraising Events Area raises funds to sustain the mission of the NYJL.
Committee members coordinate, execute, and staff their fundraisers. Volunteer work can include event planning and production, coordinating logistics, creating materials for use by NYJL’s communications, selling NYJL-branded merchandise, and promoting ticket sales.
Member will gain experience to liaise with NYJL staff, other NYJL committees, NYJL volunteer leadership, and non-NYJL external partners. Member will gain experience in strong organization skills, including setting priorities, planning, structuring project deliverables, and problem solving. Member will gain experience and the ability to build enthusiasm and commitment among team members.
Tuesdays from 7:00 - 8:00 pm every other week at the Astor House. One month prior to events, Tuesdays from 7:00 - 8:00 pm every week at the Astor House. Volunteers must attend a minimum of 75% of committee planning meetings.
specialtyshops@nyjl.org
We train committee members on how to solicit donations, sponsors, and vendors. We share our experience, knowledge, and support with committee members in all of their outreach efforts.
Meet a $400 give/get donation goal through food donations, beverage donations, gift bag donations, ticket sales, and merchandise purchases.
Purchase 1 ticket to Shop & Stroll at the committee volunteer rate. Market and share all Specialty Shops fundraising efforts to external network. Required staffing: all Shop & Stroll events and NYJL Boutique pick-up tabling throughout the year.
The Volunteer Education and Training committee creates and hosts engaging trainings for all members of the NYJL. Our events cover a variety of educational topics that help to make NYJL members successful volunteers.
The Volunteer Education and Training committee creates and hosts engaging trainings for all members of the NYJL. Our events cover a variety of educational topics that help to make NYJL members successful volunteers.
Training
Committee members help plan and execute the training that is critical to developing skills important to our NYJL volunteer work. Volunteer work can include researching and recruiting presenters, researching topics and content, writing proposals, planning workshops, coordinating logistics, and staffing events. Every committee member participates in the planning of two workshops per year, including working with speakers, coordinating logistics, and writing marketing materials.
Project development and implementation. Solicitation and negotiation skills, including how to pitch an idea and effectively sell an idea. Coordinating tasks across multiple areas.
Planning meetings occur on Tuesday Evenings two times per month beginning at 7:00 pm at the Astor House. Members must attend 75% of all committee planning meetings.
vet@nyjl.org
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Volunteers must staff at least 6 trainings per year. Volunteers must work in teams to plan two trainings per year.