Events & Marketing Structured Volunteer Opportunity - Appleton Farms

Opportunity Overview:
The Appleton Farms Marketing & Events Volunteer will focus on supporting the Appleton Farms Team on a broad spectrum of programming, digital marketing, public relations, and customer service responsibilities. Appleton Farms programming and events cultivate appreciation for local food, farms, history, and the environment by connecting the public with agriculture, nature, and the community.

This role can serve as a fully credited internship to fill school requirements based on your academic institution's parameters. 

This Structured Volunteer Opportunity (SVO) will support that work by assisting in the development and planning, marketing, and execution of events like Farmers Markets. This SVO provides the opportunity to gain skills and experience related to marketing, event planning, office administration, and social media. The role is a combination of remote and in-person. The ideal candidates will have the ability to travel to Appleton Farms.
 
We are seeking candidates who are eager to learn the nuances of working at a nonprofit organization and who are willing to take on the challenges of a start-up endeavor. Structured Volunteer Opportunities require a 3 month committment and 12-15 hours of volunteering each week. 

We are looking for an Events & Marketing Volunteer to start in Fall 2023. 
 
Reports to: Engagement and Visitor Experience Manager

Responsibilities (may include but are not limited to the following):

• Event Promotion – work with staff to create event materials, populate online calendars, create social media packages, and execute events.
• Event Planning and Execution – assist Program Coordinator and other staff in planning events, including duties such as contacting vendors, tracking vendor fees and contracts, scheduling vendors, etc., and assist in running events at Appleton Farms when able
• Outreach and Marketing - create ad hoc social media content, take photos during events, organize photo library, and create flyers and signage for events and general programming needs.
• Volunteer Management – work alongside volunteers and assist Program Coordinator with volunteer scheduling, tracking, coordination, etc.
• Communicate effectively with staff and other volunteers
• Adhere to The Trustees safety protocols
• Log volunteer hours into Volunteer Connect database weekly

Qualifications:

• Previous events or marketing experience, desired
• Interest in sustainability, conservation, food systems, start-up business experience, and/or the nonprofit sector
• Strong communication skills and an outgoing and engaging personality
• Basic computer literacy and knowledge of Microsoft Office, knowledge of design software including Canva and Adobe systems is a plus
• Highly organized and able to keep track of multiple projects simultaneously
• Must be a self-starter and strong collaborator
• Reliable computer and internet access
• Willingness to undergo CORI/SORI background checks 
• Ability to work some weekend days

To apply: Please submit a cover letter and resume to volunteer@thetrustees.org

Time Commitment:
3-month minimum commitment, starting in Fall 2023

Minimum 12-15 hours per week, based on a weekly schedule determined by the candidate’s availability. Appleton Farms is open 7 days per week.

For more information
Contact the Volunteer Services Team at volunteer@thetrustees.org

To explore other volunteer opportunities, visit our volunteer page at http://volunteer.thetrustees.org/

Covid-19 Volunteer Safety:
The health and safety of Trustees’ volunteers, staff and visitors is our top priority.

• If you are not feeling well, please stay home
• If you have been in contact with someone with Covid-19 or someone displaying symptoms of Covid-19, please stay home
• For our most current Covid-19 updates, please visit our main Trustees site

 
More about Appleton Farms
Appleton Farms, established in 1638, is the oldest continuously operating farm in the country. At almost 1000 acres, Appleton is a sustainable farm that grows healthy and delicious food for local families while modeling best practices that contribute to a diverse ecological landscape where pollinators, birds, and wildlife thrive alongside our crops and livestock – helping to preserve healthy farmland in Massachusetts, forever. The farm hosts year-round educational programs and events that foster a sense of place and deep appreciation for local food, farms, history, and nature. Appleton is one of The Trustees most prominent properties and our most important platform for engaging and introducing new people to the agricultural work of the organization.
 
More about The Trustees
Founded by landscape architect Charles Eliot in 1891, The Trustees has, for more than 125 years, been a catalyst for important ideas, endeavors, and progress in Massachusetts. As a steward of distinctive and dynamic places of both historic and cultural value, The Trustees is the nation’s first preservation and conservation organization, and its landscapes and landmarks continue to inspire discussion, innovation, and action today as they did in the past. We are a nonprofit, supported by members, friends and donors and our 116 sites are destinations for residents, members, and visitors alike, welcoming millions of guests annually. www.thetrustees.org.
 
Inclusive Spaces for All
We are committed to providing a welcoming environment for all. Together, alongside our partners and volunteers we are creating inclusive spaces of community for people of all backgrounds to enjoy and preserving these open spaces for everyone, forever. We are committed to inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, ability, and experience.
 
The Trustees is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, military service, application for military service, veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. The Trustees makes reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.