COMMUNITY OUTREACH & ENGAGEMENT VOLUNTEER

Job description

Stride4ward Inc. is seeking a friendly, dependable Community Outreach & Engagement Volunteer to help us connect with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), caregivers, families, community organizations, and local service providers.

About Stride4ward

Stride4ward is a nonprofit supporting the well-being of individuals with IDD and their caregivers. We make creative expression, educational resources, immersive experiences, community activities, and caregiver support more accessible where families live, gather, and belong.

Our work includes Everyday Strides, an accessible online community and activity resource, along with small community outings and inclusive events.

The volunteer will help us:

Identify and contact community organizations, schools, libraries, day habilitation programs, caregiver groups, and disability service providers

Introduce Stride4ward and Everyday Strides to potential participants and community partners

Share approved flyers, event announcements, and outreach materials

Help maintain a simple list of outreach contacts and follow-up dates

Assist with community events, information tables, and participant outreach when available

Help us learn what individuals with IDD and caregivers need from local programs and resources

What You’ll Gain

Hands-on nonprofit and community engagement experience

The opportunity to build relationships with local organizations and disability advocates

Experience supporting an emerging nonprofit and an accessible digital community

A professional reference after successful completion of the volunteer commitment

Accessibility

Stride4ward welcomes volunteers with disabilities. Please let us know if you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or volunteer process.

Worksite address

rego park, NY, 11374, US

Who can apply

Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.