Opportunities From: Volunteer Center of Racine County, Inc.

We are looking for volunteers who are interested in helping out immediately at our Marquette Garden at 734 S Marquette St, Racine, WI 53403. You may keep any hours, but we need help preparing the plots to be planted for the food banks and then planting and maintaining the garden area after that. It is a full square block, so we are looking for as much help as we can get!

Tasks include: Weeding, digging, planting and watering

Please inquire by contacting Rachel Trobaugh at 262-902-2323

Attend EcoFest at Gateway on behalf of RUGN Attend Orientation sessions at Emmaus and at Marquette Garden Work with Board President registering  gardeners: record their info with B.P. and for your use at the garden                                      Assign plots to new gardeners, current gardeners may keep their plots unless they request a new location                                  Keep contact with gardeners, especially new people to help or advise as needed, encourage any progress                                              Document contacts with gardeners when you have a concern such as little activity in their plot, encourage or help them                                     After 2 warnings and no action, they can be “non-renewed”, ask for them to clean up the plot i.e. no mess for the next person Arrange teams to maintain the borders,  mainly weeding. Volunteer groups can be used for borders but need to be supervised                    Inform gardeners when to clean up plots at the end of the season Divide the “End of Season Tasks” with the other two GM’s

If interested Contact Rachel Trobaugh at bobnrach4u@att.net

Job Description:

We are looking for a volunteer who has a high interest in community building and environmental stewardship with a focus on urban gardening.  The volunteer should have an interest in grant writing and fundraising efforts, but previous experience is not required.  The Grants and Fundraising Volunteer will be working to assist the Racine Urban Garden Network’s (RUGN) Grants and Fundraising Committee members by seeking grants and fundraising opportunities, completing grant applications in a timely manner, tracking grant applications and requirements, identifying suitable fundraising ideas, and developing fundraising events and strategies.

Qualifications:

Background (or interest) in grant research and writing Excellent written communication skills Detail oriented Strong time management skills Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word Capable of coordinating efforts within RUGN and with the Racine community

 

*Some knowledge of gardening practices is preferred

 

Application Instructions:

Please send cover letter and resume to rugn.org@gmail.com

Subject line: Grants and Fundraising Volunteer

Please describe how you meet our qualifications, why you want the position, and how you would benefit our organization if selected.

The Racine Urban Garden Network is always excited to bring new members onto our committees. As a growing organization, getting fresh ideas for our growth is as important as it is fun! We have several committees that are seeking members.

1. Education and Events:Organize educational opportunities and workshops in all things gardening for RUGN gardeners and community members. Help our team to plan events, including orientation events, fundraising events, and educational workshops.

2. Grants and Fundraising:Find funds to keep our gardens growing and to add more gardens to our network. 

3. PR and Marketing:Promote RUGN and our gardens. Work with the other committees to get the word out about events and activities. Experience with gardening is not required.

4. Volunteer Recruiting and Coordinating:Find and coordinate the volunteers that make RUGN possible.

 

RUGN's committees are filled by people with many different backgrounds and skills. Skills that we are currently seeking include marketing, land-use planning and development, and events coordination. However, an enthusiasm for what RUGN does for our community is qualification enough for any interested person!

Job Description:

The Racine Urban Garden Network (RUGN) is seeking a volunteer coordinator to manage all elements of volunteering within our organization as well as to recruit new volunteers from the community. The role involves assessing RUGN’s needs and then meeting those needs through the recruitment, placement and retention of volunteers. The volunteer coordinator will manage, monitor, and evaluate RUGN volunteers.

Typical work activities Researching and writing volunteer policies and procedures. Collaborating with community organizations in order to build relationships, develop partnerships, and recruit volunteers (e.g. churches, non-profits, schools, etc.) Generating appropriate volunteering opportunities and role descriptions based on RUGN’s needs Raising staff awareness of the role and function of volunteers. Ensuring there is appropriate support and training for volunteers. Promoting volunteering (internally and externally) through recruitment and publicity strategies and campaigns. Monitoring, supporting, and motivating volunteers and their work. Celebrating volunteering by nominating volunteers for awards and organizing celebration events. Offering advice and information to volunteers and external organizations through face-to-face, telephone and email contact. Collaborating with RUGN’s Education & Event Committee to develop profile-raising events to attract new volunteers. Attending committees and meetings. Monitoring, tracking, and evaluating all volunteer activities and writing reports for funders and trustees. Maintaining databases and undertaking any other administrative duties as needed.

 

Qualifications:

Strong interpersonal skills Capable of coordinating efforts within RUGN and with the Racine community Practiced oral and written communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word Detail oriented Strong time management skills Independently motivated Must be available some evenings and weekends

*Interest in urban gardening, farming or environmental stewardship is desired

 

Application Instructions:

Please send cover letter and resume to rugn.org@gmail.com

Subject line: Volunteer Coordinator Application

Please describe how you meet our qualifications, why you want the position, and how you would benefit our organization if selected.

 

The Racine Urban Garden Network is working to establish a additional community gardens throughout the city. Currently, we have 8 community gardens and over 270 plots. We need volunteers every season except winter to help keep our gardens beautiful. We will be weeding, moving compost to plots, planting, spreading mulch on paths and harvesting. Must be able to bend and pull weeds, rake and shovel dirt. Wear appropriate clothes and shoes.

Job Description:

The Community Outreach Volunteer is responsible for promoting the Racine Urban Garden Network and informing the Racine Community about RUGN’s education, events, and resources. This volunteer will need to regularly survey and interact with Racine’s members as well as the community at large, finding efficient and creative ways for RUGN to strengthen community ties, increase access to educational and gardening opportunities. The volunteer will work closely with the Education & Events Committee as well as the PR & Marketing Committee.

Typical Tasks:

Seek out new ways to increase community engagement in community gardens Assist in providing information about RUGN opportunities and programs at various community venues. Distribute literature prepared internally by RUGN Assist with setting up multi-organization presentations, seminars, workshops, community fairs and community partnerships throughout Racine. Provide guidance to those seeking information about community gardening and RUGN’s services for themselves, a family member, or friend. Must be available some evenings and weekends

Qualifications:

Strong interpersonal skills Coordinate within RUGN organization and with the Racine community Practiced oral and written communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word Detail oriented Strong time management skills Independently motivated Must be available some evenings and weekends

*Interest in urban gardening, farming or environmental stewardship desired

 

Application Instructions:

Please send cover letter and resume to rugn.org@gmail.com

Subject line: Community Outreach Volunteer Application.

Please describe how you meet our qualifications, why you want the position, and how you would benefit our organization if selected.

Job Description:

We are looking for an individual with some business, marketing or artistic skills who has a high interest in community building and environmental stewardship.  The individual will be expected to assist the Racine Urban Garden Network’s PR & Marketing Committee in their outreach efforts to local community agencies and individuals by designing promotional flyers and brochures, updating the website, composing the newsletter and blogs, generating informative handouts for gardeners and public, as well as doing some outreach at various RUGN events.

Qualifications:

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Publisher, PowerPoint, and Adobe Detail oriented Strong time management skills Practiced oral and written communication skills Capable of coordinating efforts within RUGN and with the Racine community

*An interest in urban gardens, environmental issues is desired

 

Application Instructions:

Please send cover letter and resume to rugn.org@gmail.com

Subject line:  PR & Marketing Volunteer Application

Please describe how you meet our qualifications, why you want the position, and how you would benefit our organization if selected.

Job Description:

The Operations & Administration Volunteer will help with the day-to-day management and administration of the Racine Urban Garden Network (RUGN). The volunteer will work closely with the RUGN Board, as well as other committees as needed.

Typical Tasks:

Read and reply to emails Listen to voicemails and respond to callers Help to track and organize files, data, and information Help to maintain Facebook, Website, and Twitter accounts

Qualifications:

Organized Practiced oral and written communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word Detail oriented Strong time management skills Independently motivated

 

Application Instructions:

Please send cover letter and resume to rugn.org@gmail.com

Subject line: Operations & Administration Volunteer Application

Please describe how you meet our qualifications, why you want the position, and how you would benefit our organization if selected.

Job Description:

RUGN is looking for an individual with a background in education, environmental science, biology, or event planning who has a high interest in community building, environmental stewardship, and urban gardening.  The individual should have an interest in non-profit work and be working to increase RUGN’s partnership and collaboration with other local organizations.  The volunteer will be assisting RUGN’s Education & Events board member to create and organize educational and community events; develop and maintain partnerships with local organizations who may be interested in collaborating with RUGN to host educational opportunities and events; communicate effectively with P.R. committee to advertise events; and communicate effectively with volunteer committee to acquire volunteers for events.

Qualifications:

Coordinating capabilities- within RUGN and with greater Racine community Practiced oral and written communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Publisher, PowerPoint, and Adobe Detail oriented Strong time management skills Independently motivated

 

*Some knowledge of gardening practices is preferred

 

Application Instructions:

Please send cover letter and resume to rugn.org@gmail.com

Subject line: Education and Events Application

Please describe how you meet our qualifications, why you want the position, and how you would benefit our organization if selected.