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Outreach Volunteer: Booth at Rancho Penaquitos Garden Exchange (Two Shift Times Available)

  • Rancho Penasquitos Library 13330 Salmon River Road San Diego, CA, 92029 United States (map)
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Join us as an outreach volunteer and be a catalyst for change in creating a more sustainable future.

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Support staff in providing visitors to the table an opportunity to learn about composting and curbside organic waste recycling.

  • Showcase our upcoming workshops and events, highlighting the wide range of educational opportunities available.

  • Empower others to access valuable composting resources and tools provided by Solana Center and our collaborative partners.

Opportunity Requirements & Important Notes PLEASE READ!

  • Age Requirements: Volunteers must be at least 16 years old. For volunteers under 18, it is mandatory to attend with a parent or guardian.

  • Prerequisites: Volunteers must review the Volunteer Requirements and the Code of Conduct portions of Solana Center's Volunteer Handbook

  • Experience Needed: Comfort speaking with the public, and excellent customer service skills.  A passion for environmental education, climate change prevention, and a general understanding of sustainability concepts. 

  • Physical Requirements: As an outreach volunteer, you should be prepared for engaging with the community. This may involve interacting with table visitors, and assisting staff with setting up and breaking down displays

  • Attire: Please wear comfortable clothes suitable for standing and appropriate for the prevailing weather conditions.

  • Bring: Don't forget to bring a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated, and feel free to pack some snacks.

  • Other: Please be on the lookout for an information email 1-4 days before the event with any additional details. If you can no longer make the event and need to cancel, please let the volunteer coordinator know as soon as possible so we can give your spot to another volunteer. 

  • Your volunteer hours are recorded in our database.  Upon request, we will include your travel time in those hours.  Simply send an email to volunteer@solanacenter.org to let our volunteer coordinator know what your drive time is.  

  • Have questions?  Email volunteer@solanacenter.org

By joining us as a Volunteer Outreach Ambassador, you will be at the forefront of driving systemic change and creating a sustainable future. 

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