MSHV’s Army Capt. Kevin C. Landeck Freedom Commissary serves 436 unique veterans and their families each year
How would you like to join a group of committed volunteers to help secure monthly partners for this program and expand our veteran-centric corporate partnerships?
We think you should check out our Freedom Commissary Advisory Panel Volunteer opportunity!
WHO WE ARE
Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans, Inc. is a non-profit agency that serves over 400 homeless and at-risk veterans and their families annually. We provide them with housing, supportive services, and community outreach to achieve self-independence. Founded in 2007, by a Vietnam War veteran and a Gulf War veteran, MSHV operates on a vision to end veteran homelessness through the provision of housing, financial support, employment training, counseling and household support.
Compassionate. Responsible. Dedicated. A place to serve and grow together as a team. Our “can-do” attitude is core. Optimism and responsibility are infused in all we do to help our clients obtain goals they may have never thought possible – becoming self-sufficient. We offer caring, comprehensive support in a positive, structured military-type culture.
THE OPPORTUNITY
We are looking to fill critical volunteer roles as Freedom Commissary Advisory Panel Volunteers for our Wheaton, IL location. These influential leaders will oversee our fundraising/donation efforts for the Army Capt. Kevin C. Landeck Freedom Commissary. These individuals will also have a strong presence in the community and represent MSHV at various fundraising events, donor visits, and fundraising activities. Our goal will be to identify corporate sponsors/donors that would be willing to commit a financial and/or in-kind donation for an identified time period for the year.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING (approximately 30 volunteer hours per year)
Assist the Board in raising funds and securing corporate sponsorships for the Army Capt. Kevin C. Landeck Freedom Commissary
Meet on a quarterly basis with other volunteer leaders to report on progress
Seek commitments or grants from churches, organizations, corporations, foundations, individuals, and other relevant partners
Initiate and cultivate one-to-one relationships with major donors and prospects
Assess quarterly fundraising progress and report to the Board
Connection is key. We need someone who can connect and cultivate relationships with our donors, our community, our Board, and our MSHV team. This means someone who can initiate connections and successfully develop a rapport with donors. This person needs to be action oriented, seeking fundraising opportunities, creatively developing solutions, and being responsive to donors and prospects. We are looking for people with a “can-do” attitude.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING
Ability to identify, solicit, and secure funds from individual, foundation, and corporate relationships
Knowledge of major financial giving vehicles
Ability to inspire commitment to the goals of the organization
Strong interpersonal skills, including ability to communicate effectively and professionally with executive staff and board members and to build productive relationships with major gift prospects
High degree of initiative and ability to motivate and engage high level donors
Demonstrated ability to work with a high degree of autonomy and accountability and to be a team player
Skilled in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint) is essential, social media expertise a plus
Willingness to network at fundraising events, conferences, and one-to-one with high net worth individuals
WHAT WE WILL BRING
An organization that is highly regarded by governmental, veteran-oriented and community-based programs
The ability to directly support an important cause
The unique opportunity to create a sustainable program at a veteran-centric organization
A united, optimistic team working together in a respectful culture to serve our mission
To learn more about us: helpaveteran.org
To apply: send your resume to christinelewis@mshv.org.
THANK YOU for your consideration and valuable time!
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