Volunteer

SPC Needs Volunteers!

Thanks for your interest in volunteering at Savannah Pride Center! As a volunteer-driven organization with only a staff of two, you are critical to the Center's ability to operate and offer services to Savannah's LGBTQIA+ community. Below is some information about volunteer opportunities to serve at the Center. Please contact us directly with any questions, but be sure to sign up for announcements through the interest form below. We promise not to over-communicate!

Volunteer Interest Form & E-Newsletter

The best way to be informed about all current and upcoming volunteer opportunities with the Center is to sign up to receive email communications below! Volunteer opportunity e-blasts are issued monthly. Keep scrolling for more volunteer information.

Front Desk and Outreach

Front Desk Volunteers (FDV) are the lifeblood of the Center and contribute to the functionality of the center. FDV work on a regular schedule at the Center, greeting clients, giving tours, and maintaining the Center. In addition, FDV serve on teams and committees, like Marketing and Communication, DEI, and Outreach, to develop improvements and provide information to the Center. FDV can serve a fixed weekday shift (morning or afternoon) of about four hours minimum. This position is also suitable for an internship. Hours and days are flexible. This position is ideal for an individual with strong organizational, interpersonal and verbal communication skills -- and a desire to help people. *All FDV must be 18 or older

Outreach Volunteers contribute to community visibility and awareness of Center resources and programs. Volunteers are expected to attend various events where the Center will table, greeting people and giving out information about programs, events, and donations. Outreach includes our regular programs like OTA Fridays and Cheers Queers. Volunteers will help set up tables, organize information and decorations, and pack it all up at the end of the event. This position is ideal for individuals who can’t commit to a weekday shift or a regular schedule. *Under 18 must complete a Youth Application; under 15 must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times.

Apply Below!

FRONT DESK AND/OR OUTREACH VOLUNTEER APPLICATION FORM

Please note your interest in a particular team or committee (see descriptions below).

 

Committees & Teams

Please see below for information on current Committees and Teams. You may want to refer to these descriptions when filling out the form above.

  • Outreach Team

    The FCPC Outreach Team represent the Center at community events, including regular events like First Friday and Cheers Queers. The goal of the committee is community visibility and awareness of Center resources and programs.

  • Under the Development Committee, MarCom Develops guidelines and oversees consistent, effective external communication through social media, e-newsletter, and physical advertisements.

    Team Leader: Sidney (She/Her) communications@firstcitypridecenter.org

  • Events Team

    Oversees events such as Savannah Pride, Volunteer Appreciation Parties, and Donor Events

    Team Leader: Bubbs Mosley (They/Them) events@firstcitypridecenter.org

  • Works to improve the lives of LGBTQIA+ children and students. Includes overseeing the weekly youth group as well as projects to support local schools and GSAs.

    Youth Coordinator: Michele Maclver (She/Her) youth@firstcitypridecenter.org

  • Fundraising, donor engagement, campaigns, and grants.

    Committee Chair: Erica Backus (she/her), development@firstcitypridecenter.org

    Contact: Dusty.Cochair@firstcitypridecenter.org

 

Events

Event volunteers perform various functions during events and are contacted on as as-needed basis when we are running large-scale festivities, think Stonewall Block Party in June and Pride in October. The time commitment and volunteer roles vary depending on the event, but we always need a lot of volunteers willing to help make events successful.


Applications coming soon: Savannah Pride Volunteer Page

Fill out the form below for updates on event needs - this will be included in our monthly newsletter, volunteer E-blast, and Special Event specific notices.

 

SIGN UP FOR EVENT COMMUNICATIONS

 
 

Skill-based

SPC needs volunteers to perform skill-based services, like grant prospecting, grant writing, designing program measurement tools, writing communication pieces, developing policies, social media management, graphic design and more. If you have nonprofit or business development skills you'd like to offer the Center, let's start the conversation. See current needs below!

Email info@savannahpridecenter.org

 

  • FCPC is looking for a Social Media Manager to schedule content, help write copy, and engage with our online community.

    Skills:

    ✅ Interpersonal skills

    ✅ Ability to work in a team

    ✅ Helpful and patient disposition

    ✅ Familiar with Meta Buisness Suite or other scheduling platforms

    Responsibilities:

    ✅ Providing positive messages, and support to the community

    ✅ Running polls and asking questions to maintain engagement

    ✅ Schedule content made by Marcomm or Director

    ✅ Share applicable content from community partners and other organizations to stories

    ✅ Write or edit copy to accompany social posts

    ✅ BONUS: Familiar with TikTok and willing to help start FCPC TikTok Channel

  • FCPC is developing LGBTQIA+ affirmation trainings for a variety of organizations and schools. We are seeking volunteer safe space/inclusivity trainers to help deliver the 1-2 hour trainings, and anyone who would like to assist in development of this project. The training is based on Safe Space training and modules from The Fenway Institute. It will be delivered to many different groups, so volunteers within the LGBTQIA+ community with background in social work, education, healthcare, H.R., and more are welcome to join the project.

    Skills for trainers:

    Facilitation skills with both face-to-face and virtual delivery modalities.

    Passion for fostering a culture of diversity, equity & inclusion.

    Ability to to work with fellow learning leaders

    Advanced oral and written communication skills

    Ability to work independently or as a member of the team

    Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills with the ability to maintain positive interactions

    Background in Education would be a plus

  • FCPC is looking for a grant writer! With help from the director a grant writer will:

    Understand the history, structure, objectives, programs and financial needs of the organization.

    Research grant opportunities from government and non-government agencies.

    Draft grant proposals and supporting documents based on the funding requirements of the organization.

    Submit proposals to grant coordinators for approval.

    Respond to internal and external queries on drafted and submitted proposals.

    Maintain positive relationships with fund providers and other stakeholders.

    Maintain records and submit reports related to grant opportunities.

 
 

Age Requirements

Savannah Pride Center recognizes the importance of including our youth in the LGBTQIA+ community. As such, volunteers under 18 are welcome, with the following provisions:

  • Youth under 18 are not eligible to work at the Front Desk

  • Youth under 15 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

  • Youth that are high school age may volunteer at Events and with our Outreach Team with parental consent.

Parents must complete a youth application for all children under 18 specifying in which activities they may participate. Additionally, parents and teens must sign a code of conduct agreement specifying that the youth volunteer will behave according to FCPC standards. Both forms must be signed before participation. To request a form, email info@firstcitypridecenter.org

Volunteer opportunities are also posted in the Center's monthly e-newsletter.

So, check your email inbox for details once you've signed up. We look forward to seeing you volunteering at the Center soon!