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OAR Young Professionals Network

We are actively recruiting for members of our new Young Professionals Network. Please review the information below. After review of information, apply HERE.

Mission of the YPN:

OAR’s Young Professional Network is a coalition of enthusiastic young professionals (under 40) in Richmond, VA, who seek to inspire the community to understand the criminal legal system and the needs of reentering citizens through fundraising, advocacy, and volunteer involvement.  The YPN is tasked with raising the visibility of OAR through the building of new programs and fundraising.

Primary focus/goals of a Young Professionals Network

  • Promote the organization

  • Networking

  • Volunteering for different roles within the organization

  • Fundraising

  • Appealing to new/younger generations

Specific Tasks:

  • Act as ambassadors for the organization and network to expedite organizational growth (both in fundraising and people hours)

  • Recruit and engage young volunteers and donors

  • Support social media marketing efforts and campaigns

  • Advise the main board on strategic decisions and help overcome roadblocks by providing fresh perspectives

Give/Get Expectation:

YPN members are expected to sign up for monthly giving at OAR and to recruit 5 new monthly givers in their first year. Participation in promoting and attending fundraisers is also required.

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Already a volunteer with OAR? Sign up for opportunities below! Have a questions? Contact Latifah Holman at lholman@oarric.org