Christmas Kettle Engagement Volunteer
- Oshawa, ON, Canada
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Summary
A Salvation Army Christmas Kettle Volunteer acts as a welcoming, public-facing ambassador for the charity, typically standing beside an iconic red donation kettle at indoor or outdoor retail locations.
Location
In-Person
Oshawa, Ontario
When
Opportunity Type
Ongoing - Start Anytime
Schedule
Flexible
About This Opportunity
Why It Matters
The Salvation Army's annual Christmas Kettle Campaign – our largest fundraising drive of the year – seeks donations from the public to help assist millions of people living in poverty. Funds raised by kettle volunteers stay completely local.
Key Responsibilities
Whether you meet these requirements or not, we encourage you to share your interest in us. You may still be a fit for a different opportunity with our organization.
Community & Social Services Disaster Relief & Emergency Mental Health & Crisis Support Seniors
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#notforprofit #FundraisingEvent #VolunteerWithUs volunteerhours MakeADifference #oshawa #portperry Support the Community
A Salvation Army Christmas Kettle Volunteer acts as a welcoming, public-facing ambassador for the charity, typically standing beside an iconic red donation kettle at indoor or outdoor retail locations.
Location
In-Person
Oshawa, Ontario
When
Opportunity Type
Ongoing - Start Anytime
Schedule
Flexible
About This Opportunity
Why It Matters
The Salvation Army's annual Christmas Kettle Campaign – our largest fundraising drive of the year – seeks donations from the public to help assist millions of people living in poverty. Funds raised by kettle volunteers stay completely local.
Key Responsibilities
- Setting up the Kettle: Retrieving and arranging the collection kettle at your designated location and ensuring its security throughout your shift.
- Welcoming Donors: Greeting shoppers, smiling, and thanking individuals for their contributions.
- Security & Breaks: Ensuring the kettle is never left unattended. Volunteers must pack it up or coordinate with a supervisor during any washroom or meal breaks.
- Time Commitment: Shifts are highly flexible, usually lasting anywhere from 2 to 4 hours, depending on your availability.
- Physical Demands: Volunteers spend most of their shift standing or sitting near the kettle, occasionally carrying or moving the equipment.
Whether you meet these requirements or not, we encourage you to share your interest in us. You may still be a fit for a different opportunity with our organization.
- Minimum 16 years old
- ages 14-15 must be accompanied by an adult
Community & Social Services Disaster Relief & Emergency Mental Health & Crisis Support Seniors
Tags
#notforprofit #FundraisingEvent #VolunteerWithUs volunteerhours MakeADifference #oshawa #portperry Support the Community
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Responsibilities
Set up and secure the donation kettle at the assigned location, ensuring it is never left unattended during the shift. Welcome shoppers, encourage community engagement, and thank donors for their contributions.
Requirements
Volunteers must be at least 16 years old; those aged 14–15 must be accompanied by an adult. Shifts are flexible and typically last 2–4 hours, with most of the time spent standing or sitting and occasional equipment handling.
Skills
- Donor Engagement
- Customer Service
- Communication
- Fundraising
- Equipment Setup
- Equipment Security
- Reliability
- Public-Facing Representation
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Categories
- Social Services
- Customer Service & Support
- Retail
Keywords
- Christmas Kettle Campaign
- Fundraising
- Donation Kettle
- Donor Engagement
- Community Support
- The Salvation Army
- Volunteer
- Public-Facing Ambassador
- Retail Locations
- Kettle Setup
- Equipment Security
- Flexible Shifts
- Oshawa
- Poverty Assistance
- Local Fundraising