Become a Volunteer
If you’d like to become more involved with GLEE as a volunteer, there are several ways to go about it.
Go to your local Green Drinks gathering. This is a good way to meet others who live in your area and have the same interests, find out what projects or events you can get involved in or network to promote your green business, service or product.
Sign-up for the GLEE E-Newsletter on the home page. It’s free and full of all the green news that’s happening in the Florida Keys and beyond. It’s the best way to stay in the GLEE loop and includes our monthly calendar!
Attend a GLEE Steering Committee meeting. Held every 4th Thursday of the month from 4-6 p.m., these meetings are held in the Marathon Florida Keys Energy Cooperative (FKEC) meeting room (subject to change). Go to our Calendar page to confirm the date and time. While you’re there, check out all the other activities and actions GLEE is involved in. For GLEE meeting confirmation, write to info@keyGLEE.com or call 305-923-1994 in advance.
If you have a block of time to give each week and would like to become a regular GLEE Volunteer, please fill out this Volunteer Application. It will help us know more about you, your interests, skills and availability.
GLEE is a volunteer organization with limited staff, so most of what we accomplish is thanks to Volunteer Power. If you have big ideas, by all means bring them to the table and be prepared to lead the effort. If you’re more interested in helping GLEE maintain momentum on its current course, we will gladly match your skills with GLEE’s needs.
GLEE needs your help to fill the following volunteer “jobs” to assist our fundraising, volunteer/membership, communications and programming committees.
Contact: volunteer@keysglee.com
Fundraising
Volunteer Position: Grant Writer/Researcher(s)
Description: GLEE seeks talented and energetic individuals to assist with grant writing and research activities for the organization.
Location: Keys-wide; also possible to work outside the Keys with regular access to phone and Internet.
Responsibilities: Researching, identifying, developing and responding to public and private grant opportunities; must work well independently and as a team player. Reports to the fundraising committee chair.
Skills: Excellent writing and proofreading skills; experience as a grant writer/researcher and/or contract administration a plus; ability to generate reports and correspondence.
Time Commitment: 10-15 hours/month
Volunteer Position: Fundraising & Membership Event Leader(s)
Description: GLEE seeks high-energy, passionate and disciplined individuals to plan and execute fundraising and membership events.
Location: Keys-wide.
Responsibilities: Event leaders are responsible for recruiting, managing and developing the events team for their region (Upper, Middle, Lower Keys and Key West); managing the planning and execution of special events (including post-event activities); community outreach and development of corporate sponsorships; meeting fundraising goals set by the GLEE Board of Directors; coordinating press releases and other media needs with communications committee. Reports to the fundraising committee chair or volunteer/membership committee chair depending on event.
Skills: Experience in event planning a plus; strong presentation skills; must know how to close a deal, manage sponsor participation to successful outcomes, pay close attention to details; must be highly organized, detail-oriented and able to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment; be an able leader as well as a team player.
Time Commitment: 10-15 hours/month; may be more or less depending on event
Volunteer Position: Fundraising & Membership Event Assistant(s)
Description: GLEE seeks high-energy, passionate and disciplined individuals to plan and execute fundraising and membership events.
Location: Keys-wide.
Responsibilities: Assist the regional event leader with planning and implementation of fundraising and special events. Reports to the event leader.
Skills: Experience in event planning a plus; strong presentation skills; must be highly organized, detail-oriented and able to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment; be an excellent team player.
Time Commitment: 10-15 hours/month
Volunteer Position: Annual Fundraising Drive Coordinator
Description: GLEE seeks high-energy, passionate and disciplined individuals to help plan and implement an annual fundraising drive.
Location: Keys-wide; also possible to work outside the Keys with regular access to phone and Internet.
Responsibilities: Assist the fundraising committee with planning and implementation of an annual campaign to recruit donors and solicit individual contributions. Reports to the fundraising committee chair.
Skills: Experience in fundraising a plus; strong writing skills; must be highly organized, detail-oriented and able to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment; be an excellent team player.
Time Commitment: 10-15 hours/month, possibly more during the drive
Membership/Volunteer
Volunteer Position: Assistant Volunteer Coordinator(s)
Description: GLEE seeks outgoing, organized individuals to work with our volunteer development team to broaden the organization’s volunteer base in the upper, middle and lower Keys communities.
Location: Keys-wide.
Responsibilities: Assist with recruitment and management of volunteers; host short orientations for new volunteers; develop plan to optimize volunteer relations; plan volunteer events/activities. Reports to membership/volunteer committee co-chair.
Skills: Excellent email, writing and communication skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team; experience in event organization and volunteer management is a plus.
Time Commitment: 10-15 hours/month
Volunteer Position: Membership Development Assistant(s)
Description: GLEE seeks community-involved individuals for development and implementation of a comprehensive membership program.
Location: Keys-wide.
Responsibilities: Working with the committee, develop an annual membership strategy for new member markets and renewal drives; develop member benefits; coordinate with communications committee to create and implement multi-media fundraising appeals. Reports to membership/volunteer committee co-chair.
Skills: Excellent communication, organizational and people skills; ability to develop and analyze membership numbers and reports; ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and goals.
Time Commitment: 10-15 hours/month
Volunteer Position: Membership Event Leader(s)
Description: GLEE seeks well-organized individuals for development of an annual calendar of events, meetings and other outreach opportunities to ensure a well-rounded membership program throughout the Keys.
Location: Keys-wide
Responsibilities: Coordinating with the fundraising committee, develop and carry out membership events; work with other community leaders and events to maximize impact. Reports to membership/volunteer committee co-chair.
Skills: Time and volunteer management; multitasking; post-event follow up.
Time Commitment: 10-15 hours/month, possibly more leading up to and during events
Communications
Volunteer Position: Media Relations Assistant
Description: GLEE seeks a talented individual to help build positive relationships with media outlets.
Location: Keys-wide
Responsibilities: Help develop and implement a media relations plan; assist GLEE staff and volunteers in developing relevant materials. Reports to communications committee chair.
Skills: Experience in media relations or PR; strong project management skills; editing experience; excellent written and oral communication; ability to work independently and on a team.
Time Commitment: 10-15 hours/month
Volunteer Position: Marketing Assistant
Location: Keys-wide; also possible to work outside the Keys with regular access to phone and Internet.
Description: GLEE seeks a talented and experienced marketing professional to design and lead execution of a marketing initiative to build organizational awareness and branding strategies.
Responsibilities: Develop a marketing program and mentor volunteers on execution; collaborate with fundraising committee to develop and implement a corporate partner prospect program, including materials. Reports to communications committee chair.
Skills: Proven experience in marketing and/or PR.
Time Commitment: 10-15 hours/month
Volunteer Position: Writer(s)
Description: GLEE seeks creative individuals to write various types of materials that promote GLEE’s work to the public.
Location: Keys-wide; also possible to work outside the Keys with regular access to phone and Internet.
Responsibilities: Report on GLEE programs by participating and/or interviewing; develop contents for print and online resources; write press releases, manuals, newsletters, brochures and internal communications. Reports to the communications committee chair.
Skills: Excellent writing and communication skills; knowledge of AP Style a plus; must be highly computer literate. Writing samples should be submitted with volunteer application.
Time Commitment: 10-15 hours/month
Volunteer Position: Web Content Editor
Description: GLEE seeks a motivated professional to manage GLEE’s online presence.
Location: Keys-wide; also possible to work outside the Keys with regular access to phone and Internet.
Responsibilities: Ensure timely, accurate and complete web content; working with other volunteers and staff, identify and develop content for GLEE’s website; help identify creative technique for conveying GLEE information. Reports to communications committee chair.
Skills: Experience writing and editing for the web; knowledge of AP style a plus; understanding of web development and deadline orientation; ability to multi-task.
Time Commitment: 10-15 hours/month
Volunteer Position: Social Networking Administrator
Description: GLEE seeks an energetic and creative individual to maintain the organization’s social networking presence and develop ideas for future social networking opportunities.
Location: Keys-wide; also possible to work outside the Keys with regular access to phone and Internet.
Responsibilities: Ensure timely promotion of GLEE programming on relevant social media websites; assist with branding strategies related to social networking opportunities. Reports to communications committee chair.
Skills: Excellent writing and communication skills; knowledge of AP Style a plus; excellent organization and interpersonal skills; ability to multi-task and work independently and on a team.
Time Commitment: 10-15 hours/month
Volunteer Position: Copy Editor(s)
Description: GLEE seeks individuals with an eye for detail to proofread materials meant for media and/or public distribution.
Location: Keys-wide; also possible to work outside the Keys with regular access to phone and Internet.
Responsibilities: Edit external communications. Reports to communications committee chair.
Skills: Excellent written and communication skills; knowledge of AP Style a plus; excellent organization and interpersonal skills; ability to multi-task and work independently and on a team.
Time Commitment: 10-15 hours/month
Programming
Volunteer Position: Human Resources Advisor
Description: GLEE seeks an individual with HR experience to help us create and maintain mutually beneficial contracted and/or staff positions.
Location: Keys-wide; also possible to work outside the Keys with regular access to phone and Internet.
Responsibilities: Receive and comment on monthly reports, lead bi-annual review of contracted and/or staff positions by surveying Board and related partners; lead bi-annual contract renewals. Reports to Executive Director.
Skills: Excellent communication skills; experience in HR a plus.
Time Commitment: 10-15 hours/month
Volunteer Position: Green Business Program Ambassador
Description: GLEE seeks highly motivated, energetic individuals to help inspire businesses to become Green Business Certified.
Location: Keys-wide
Responsibilities: Visit target businesses and help them become Green Business Certified; deliver presentations about the Green Business Program; assist in and eventually lead Certification walk-throughs, follow up and write up successes on already certified businesses. Reports to Green Business Committee Chair.
Skills: Strong oral communications, interpersonal and presentation skills. Prior sales experience a plus.
Time Commitment: 10-15 hours/month
Volunteer Position: Green Government Assistant
Description: GLEE seeks future-minded individuals to assist in creating learning opportunities for local policy makers.
Location: Keys-wide; also possible to work outside the Keys with regular access to phone and Internet.
Responsibilities: Assist in planning/implementing bi-annual GreenGovt program, including speakers, attendees, sponsors, site and meals; maintain policy maker contact list; write up and forward items of interest to policy makers. Reports to Executive Director.
Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills and attention to detail. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Experience in event planning is a plus.
Time Commitment: 10-15 hours/month
Volunteer Position: 12 Step Monthly Themes Assistant
Description: GLEE seeks imaginative, energetic individuals to help create and build our 12 Step Program that gives monthly advice on how to go green.
Location: Keys-wide; also possible to work outside the Keys with regular access to phone and Internet.
Responsibilities: Research and provide information related to GLEE’s 12 monthly themes; Create 12 Step Plan, including informational tips as well as possible educational programs/events with partners for each month. Reports to the Executive Director.
Skills: Strong written and communications skills; Ability to work independently and as part of a team; familiarity with various keys organizations a plus;
Time Commitment: 10-15 hours/month
Volunteer Position: Green Drinks Teams (Middle and Lower Keys regions)
Description: GLEE seeks happy hosts to help greenies in their region meet up and have a good time.
Location: Middle and Lower Keys
Responsibilities: Liaise with and set up visible meeting space at your regional Green Drinks restaurant once per month; chat up attendees and find out what they are interested in; try to fill volunteer needs; tell attendees about upcoming events; collect contact info from attendees and send to membership database lead; advertise event one week before. Reports to Executive Director.
Skills: Strong interpersonal skills and good notetaking abilities; good memory for names and faces a plus.
Time Commitment: 5-10 hours/month