Fundraiser - $20/hr Guaranteed - Great for Students & Creatives
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Public Outreach Consultancy Inc
Arlington, VA, US
Summary
Fundraisers conduct face-to-face outreach in community spaces to represent nonprofit organizations. They engage with the public to discuss campaigns and invite individuals to become monthly supporters.
Job Description
Fundraiser - $20/hr Guaranteed - Great for Students & Creatives - Northern Virginia
We’re hiring fundraisers to represent major nonprofit organizations working on humanitarian, environmental, and social justice campaigns.
This role is especially popular with students and recent graduates, as well as people working in music, theatre, film, visual arts, and other creative fields.
It offers stable hourly income, meaningful work, and flexible scheduling while supporting important nonprofit causes.
No experience is required - we’re looking for outgoing people who enjoy talking with others and building connections.
Pay & Benefits
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$20/hour guaranteed to start (not commission)
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Leadership growth opportunities with higher hourly pay, based on performance
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Regular pay reviews and performance-based raises
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Paid training from day one
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Full-time and part-time opportunities available
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Benefits after 3 months for full-time employees
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Paid time off
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Work supporting major humanitarian, environmental, and social justice organizations
Public Outreach strongly believes in promoting from within, with many members of our leadership team starting their careers in fundraising roles.
What the Job Involves
Our teams raise funds through face-to-face outreach with members of the public in community spaces and neighbourhoods.
Fundraisers speak with people about nonprofit campaigns and invite them to become monthly supporters.
Successful fundraisers often enjoy:
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Talking with new people throughout the day
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Working in energetic and supportive team environments
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Active work that involves being outdoors and on their feet
This is a public-facing outreach role that involves speaking with members of the public throughout the day.
Schedule
We aim to provide schedules that allow team members to balance school, creative work, or other commitments.
What We're Looking For
Successful candidates typically demonstrate:
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills
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Comfort speaking with new people
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Positive attitude and reliability
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Interest in nonprofit or advocacy work
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Ability to work outdoors and on their feet
Experience in fundraising, customer service, hospitality, retail, advocacy, volunteering, activism, performance, or other public-facing roles is helpful - but not required.
Hiring Process
We are actively interviewing this week and looking for candidates who can start soon.
Successful applicants may begin paid training shortly after being hired.
If you're looking for meaningful work with guaranteed hourly pay that supports important nonprofit campaigns, apply today.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Public Outreach is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace.
Accommodations are available upon request throughout the hiring process.
Public Outreach is a fundraising + marketing agency built for charities and nonprofits. We design campaigns that don’t just raise money, they grow communities, deepen supporter relationships, and power long-term impact.
Our fundraising framework is built on three strategic pillars:
• Donor Acquisition: reaching new supporters through digital campaigns, face-to-face fundraising, and telemarketing.
• Donor Engagement + Growth: building strong donor journeys that increase retention, inspire monthly giving, and scale lifetime impact.
• Creative + Brand Strategy: storytelling, design, and campaigns that help nonprofits stand out and connect with people on a human level.
From street and door fundraising to integrated digital + telemarketing campaigns, we bring decades of experience helping organizations acquire donors, grow sustainable monthly programs, and strengthen brand trust.
What we do best
• Digital Fundraising + Marketing (Meta, Google, Email, SEM)
• Face-to-Face Fundraising (street + door)
• Telemarketing for Nonprofits
• Direct Mail + Digital Integration
• Monthly Giving Programs
• Creative Campaigns + Storytelling
We’re proud to partner with leading organizations in health, environment, human rights, and social justice. Together, we raise millions each year and build movements that last.
Join our team
We’re always looking for people who are passionate about fundraising, digital strategy, and creative campaigns that make a difference. At PO, you’ll find a collaborative team, space to grow your career, and work that has real impact.
Founded
2002
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Fundraising
Org type
Partnership
Headquarters
Toronto, ON
Public Outreach is a fundraising + marketing agency built for charities and nonprofits. We design campaigns that don’t just raise money, they grow communities, deepen supporter relationships, and power long-term impact.
Our fundraising framework is built on three strategic pillars:
• Donor Acquisition: reaching new supporters through digital campaigns, face-to-face fundraising, and telemarketing.
• Donor Engagement + Growth: building strong donor journeys that increase retention, inspire monthly giving, and scale lifetime impact.
• Creative + Brand Strategy: storytelling, design, and campaigns that help nonprofits stand out and connect with people on a human level.
From street and door fundraising to integrated digital + telemarketing campaigns, we bring decades of experience helping organizations acquire donors, grow sustainable monthly programs, and strengthen brand trust.
What we do best
• Digital Fundraising + Marketing (Meta, Google, Email, SEM)
• Face-to-Face Fundraising (street + door)
• Telemarketing for Nonprofits
• Direct Mail + Digital Integration
• Monthly Giving Programs
• Creative Campaigns + Storytelling
We’re proud to partner with leading organizations in health, environment, human rights, and social justice. Together, we raise millions each year and build movements that last.
Join our team
We’re always looking for people who are passionate about fundraising, digital strategy, and creative campaigns that make a difference. At PO, you’ll find a collaborative team, space to grow your career, and work that has real impact.
Founded
2002
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Fundraising
Org type
Partnership
Headquarters
Toronto, ON