Street Fundraiser
At UP Fundraising we are committed to providing diverse, inclusive, and equitable career opportunities, pay, benefits, and access to training for our team members. We strive to provide an environment that reflects our commitment to our nonprofit clients as well as our commitment to the professional development of our staff.
Employment Opportunities
If you are considering a career with charitable impact for domestic and international causes, look no further. This position will provide the opportunity for team members to work on behalf of children, animals, social justice, education, and environmental issues as these critical areas of impact are all relevant in the fight against injustice in our homes, our communities, and our world.
The position will require team members to work in small groups to carry out community engagement projects – also known as street fundraising, or canvassing – in search of financial support for these worthy causes. This position will be best suited for someone who recognizes themselves as a fundraiser, an advocate and/or an awareness builder.
About You
As a fundraiser, you will engage and inspire people at a community level to support causes here at home and around the world.
An effective Fundraiser will be an excellent communicator, professional, outgoing and team player, have great active listening skills and exceptional customer service background.
You will be comfortable engaging with members of the public and have the ability to effectively communicate the plight of others in a way that moves members of the public to action. A genuine and ethical person who cares deeply about the issues that impact the world around them is an ideal candidate.
Compensation & Benefits:
- $26/hour average ($18/hour + bonuses)
- Comprehensive paid training (no experience required)
- Ongoing career coaching and support
- Merit-based career advancement
- Excellent health and fringe benefits
- Regular employee feedback loops and employee wellness checks
As a member of the Professional Face-to-Face Fundraising Association (PFFA), our organization adheres to the PFFA Code of Conduct and all requirements stated therein. We commit to the ethical, effective, and sustainable practice of face-to-face fundraising, as well as equitable, diverse and inclusive hiring, training and workplace support practices for our staff, contractors and agency relationships. Further, we confirm that all positions, regardless of status, are paid positions and are not offered on a volunteer basis.