We’ve got lots of volunteer opportunities coming up. Some are short-term, and some are long-term. Some are ideal for newbies and require very little experience, while some are leadership positions, offering a chance to use your special skills to advocate for animals in meaningful ways.
In this volunteer newsletter, I’m highlighting a couple opportunities on both ends of the spectrum: Help out at our potluck on April 24 and/or join the Twin Cities Veg Fest 2016 Planning Committee.
Now is the time to get involved. Make a difference for animals today!
Best wishes,
Justin Leaf, Communications & Events Coordinator
Volunteer Opportunities
Special Events for Volunteers
- Volunteer Training Class
- Saturday, May 14, 10:00am – 4:00pm
- This free, daylong workshop covers how to be an effective advocate for animals, including the basics of animal protection philosophy, information on local and national resources, and an introduction to CAA’s approach to speaking up on behalf of farmed animals.
- This is the same class that we offered in January and October.
- The training is free to attend, but registration is required. Free lunch is included.
Upcoming Events in Need of Volunteers
- 2016 Annual Banquet and Reception
- Saturday, April 9 at The Wellstone Center, 179 Robie Street East in St. Paul
- We have just a few remaining volunteer spots for this event. Check out this list to see how you can help out.
- To sign up for a volunteer shift, contact Unny Nambudiripad at [email protected].
- Leaflet at the Outcry 2016 Christian Music Festival
- Tuesday, April 12 at 9:00pm at the Excel Energy Center in downtown St. Paul
- For more information or if you would like to volunteer, email Kathy Dunn at [email protected].
- April Potluck: A to Z Vegan
- Sunday, April 24, 12:30pm – 2:00pm, CAA Community Space
- Volunteer positions available:
- Setup and Greeting. Help prepare the Community Space and welcome attendees as they arrive. Noon – 1:30pm
- Cleanup. Once the potluck begins to wind down, help with washing dishes and cleaning up the space. 1:30 – 3:00pm
- To sign up, contact Justin Leaf at [email protected].
- Pay-Per-View at the 2016 MayDay Festival
- Sunday, May 1, 11:30am – 5:00pm at Powderhorn Park in Minneapolis.
- Help us with tabling at the MayDay Festival. We’ll be paying people one dollar to watch a five-minute video about factory farming.
- To sign up for a volunteer shift, contact Unny Nambudiripad at [email protected].
- Pay-Per-View at the Pride Festival
- Saturday, June 25 and Sunday, June 26, 9:30am – 6:30pm at Loring Park in Minneapolis
- Help us with tabling at the Twin Cities Pride Festival. We’ll be paying people one dollar to watch a five-minute video about factory farming.
- To sign up for a volunteer shift, contact Unny Nambudiripad at [email protected].
Featured Ongoing Volunteer Positions
- Twin Cities Veg Fest Committee
- Twin Cities Veg Fest is a one-day event focused on vegan food and outreach. The goal is to attract at least 3,000 people during the course of the day. The event consists of several different components, including exhibitors, speakers, and entertainment.
- The planning committee is comprised of dedicated individuals who are responsible for specific tasks related to the festival.
- Learn more about the various committee roles here and contact Unny at [email protected] if you’re interested in getting involved.
For a complete list of CAA volunteer opportunities, visit the volunteer page on our website.