VOLUNTEER: Monthly Newsletter Writer / Editor

"FUR & FEATHER ANIMAL SANCTUARY" Our goal is EMPTY CAGES and FOREVER HOMES

FUR & FEATHER ANIMAL SANCTUARY a 501(c)(3) is organized exclusively for charitable, and educational purposes, more specifically for helping homeless and un-wanted animals with medical care, adoption in a no-kill safe environment, fight against animal cruelty, educate the public on the importance of spay/neuter, the basic care of animals, and the rehabilitation of wildlife.

We have only just begun and need your support - Our goal is to build the first fully solar powered 65 acre no-kill sanctuary in California to be the over-flow for the city and county shelters, while assisting traditional rescues with medical and a foster program.

We are currently fundraising to buy land and build homes where animals can live in healthy surroundings until they are adopted. This environment will protect and allow all animals to live to see their full potential~,

FFAS Monthly Newsletter Coordinator Volunteer

Purpose

The purpose of the FFAS Newsletter position is to publish the monthly newsletter to our subscriber base. The newsletter highlights the rescue, features adoptable cats & volunteers, also will contain educational articles.

The Monthly Newsletter Volunteer must be driven, organized, and a team player with excellent oral and written communication skills. We seek candidates who are engaging storytellers with experience interviewing, writing, proofing and editing copy. Experience with MailChimp and WordPress is required. Experience with graphic arts and/or using Canva.

Time Commitment 6-10 hours a month

Primary Responsibilities

The Newsletter Volunteer reports to the Director of Fundraising and Events and works collaboratively with the intake, vet, area coordinators, and event coordinator teams to collaborate on the newsletter. The Newsletter Volunteer assists in a variety of ways, including but not limited to

• Writing, proofing and editing content
• Researching resources as assigned to share in the newsletter
• Interviewing volunteers
• Helping with newsletter design and layout
  
  

Qualifications/Requirements

Along with a genuine interest in FFAS’s mission, this individual must have excellent oral and written communications skills and ability to provide and accept constructive feedback. Experience in journalism, writing, and graphic design is preferred.

Knowledge Skills And Abilities

• Familiar utilizing CANVA.
• Exceptional organizational skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience proofing and editing content.
• A commitment to maintain confidentiality where appropriate.
• Demonstrated experience and proficiency utilizing MailChimp, Google Suite, and WordPress.
• Ability to commit for at least one year.
• This is a volunteer/unpaid position.
  
  

Please contact nancy@furfeather.org for more information

This is a volunteer opportunity provided by VolunteerMatch, in partnership with LinkedIn for Good.

Desired Skills and Experience This position requires the following skills Copy Writing / Copy Editing, Graphic Design / Print, Journalism

This is a volunteer opportunity provided by VolunteerMatch, in partnership with LinkedIn for Good.

FUR & FEATHER ANIMAL SANCTUARY a 501(c)(3) is organized exclusively for charitable, and educational purposes, more specifically for helping homeless and un-wanted animals with medical care, adoption in a no-kill safe environment, fight against animal cruelty, educate the public on the importance of spay/neuter, the basic care of animals, and the rehabilitation of wildlife.