Foundation Job Openings

Social Media Assistant

Overview:

Join our dynamic team at the Veterans Memorial Support Foundation as a Social Media Associate..This role is pivotal in promoting our mission and engaging with our community through various social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Nextdoor.com, and X. As a member of our communications team, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by creating compelling content, fostering connections, and amplifying our organization’s presence online.

Responsibilities:

1. Content Creation:
   • Develop engaging and informative content tailored to each platform’s audience and best practices.
   • Collaborate with team members to gather stories, testimonials, and updates to share on social media.
   • Create visually appealing graphics, images, and videos to accompany social media posts.
2. Posting and Scheduling:
   • Schedule and publish posts across Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Nextdoor.com, and X according to the content calendar.
3. Community Engagement:
   • Foster a sense of community among followers by initiating and participating in conversations.
   • Stay up-to-date with social media trends and platform updates to optimize content strategy.
4. Advocacy and Awareness:
   • Promote events, fundraisers, and initiatives to increase participation and support.
   • Raise awareness about the issues facing veterans and highlight the impact of our organization’s programs and services.

Qualifications:

• Experience with social media accounts for organizations or brands.
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Knowledge with Social Media Management tools
• Creative thinker
• Passion for supporting veterans and their families is a plus.
• Evidence of US Citizenship

Join us in making a difference in the lives of veterans and their families. Apply now to become a part of our dedicated team!

Advertising Specialist

Virtual Opportunity

Join our dynamic team as a Volunteer Advertising Specialist for our non-profit Veterans Foundation! We are seeking a passionate individual who is dedicated to supporting our veterans and their families through impactful advertising campaigns. As a Volunteer Advertising Specialist, you will play a crucial role in promoting our foundation’s initiatives and programs through various channels including radio spots, social media, video and print ads.

Responsibilities:

1. Collaborate with the marketing team to develop advertising strategies that align with our marketing objectives.
2. Monitor and analyze the performance of advertising campaigns, and make recommendations for optimization.
3. Develop creative and compelling radio spots that effectively communicate our foundation’s mission and programs to our target audience.
4. Create engaging Google ads campaigns to increase our foundation’s visibility and reach online.
5. Design visually appealing print ads for newspapers, magazines, and other print media outlets.
6. Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in advertising to ensure our campaigns remain relevant and effective.
7. Uphold the values and mission of our Veterans Foundation in all advertising materials and communications.
8. Have any experience in any of the areas identified?  If so, we can use your talent!

• Advertising Strategy
• Campaign Management
• Digital Marketing
• Media Planning
• Brand Awareness
• Market Research
• PPC (Pay-Per-Click)
• SEO/SEM
• Social Media Advertising
• Content Creation
• Analytics & Reporting
• Target Audience Segmentation
• Creative Development
• Google Ads/Facebook Ads
• Budget Management
• Cross-Platform Campaigns
• Creative Briefs
• A/B Testing
• Conversion Optimization

Requirements:

• US citizenship required.
• Prior experience in advertising, marketing, or a related field preferred.
• Proficiency in creating radio spots a plus, Google ads a plus, and print ads a plus.
• Strong creative and conceptual thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Passion for supporting veterans and their families.

Volunteer Graphic Artist

Organization:

Veterans Memorial and Support Foundation of Los Gatos

Duration:

Voluntary, with Flexible Commitment

Overview:

The Veterans Memorial and Support Organizations is seeking a talented and dedicated Volunteer Graphic Artist to contribute to our mission of supporting and advocating for veterans. As a Volunteer Graphic Artist, you will have the opportunity to utilize your skills in graphic design to create impactful visual materials that enhance our outreach efforts, raise awareness about veteran issues, and promote our organization’s initiatives.

Responsibilities:

1. Designing promotional materials such as posters, flyers, brochures, and banners for events, fundraisers, and campaigns.
2. Creating visually appealing graphics for social media posts, website content, and email newsletters to engage our audience and increase awareness of our organization.
3. Collaborating with the marketing and communications team to conceptualize and execute designs that align with our brand identity and messaging.
4. Assisting in the development of visual assets for fundraising campaigns, including digital and print materials.
5. Incorporating feedback from team members to refine designs and ensure they effectively communicate key messages and objectives.
6. Maintaining organized files and documentation of design assets for future reference and use.
7. Contributing creative ideas and innovative approaches to visual storytelling that resonate with our target audience and further our mission.

Qualifications:

1. Proficiency in graphic design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
2. Strong portfolio showcasing your design skills and creative abilities, with a focus on relevant projects such as marketing materials, branding, or advocacy campaigns.
3. Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with team members to bring concepts to life.
4. Attention to detail and a keen eye for aesthetics, typography, and composition.
5. Passion for supporting veterans and a commitment to advancing their well-being and rights.

Benefits:

1. Opportunity to make a meaningful impact by contributing your talents to a cause that supports veterans and their families.
2. Gain valuable experience and expand your portfolio by working on diverse design projects for a non-profit organization.
3. Collaborate with a passionate and dedicated team of professionals who are committed to making a difference in the veteran community.
4. Flexible schedule and remote work options to accommodate your availability and location.
5. Professional development opportunities and networking connections within the non-profit sector.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume to Diane Cusano at [email protected]

Grant Writer (Non-Paid Position)

Location:

Remote or Local | Part-Time | Volunteer Opportunity

About Us

The Veterans Memorial and Support Foundation is a non-profit organization built to develop and maintain tribute to past present and future US Military members, veterans, first responders. We partner with community organizations and national allies to improve the quality of life for those who served.
Position Summary

The Veterans Foundation is seeking a dedicated and skilled Grant Writer to help secure funding opportunities that will advance our mission. This is a non-paying volunteer role—ideal for someone passionate about veteran causes and experienced in nonprofit development or writing.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and identify appropriate grant opportunities from foundations, corporations, and government sources.
• Collaborate with CFO of Foundation to identify budgetary needs in support of programs for which grants are sought.
• Write compelling grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and related documents.
• Maintain calendar of application deadlines and reporting requirements.
• Work collaboratively with the Foundation’s leadership and program teams to gather necessary information.
• Track submitted proposals and assist with follow-up communications and reports.
  Qualifications and Skills
• Proven experience writing successful grant proposals (preferred but not required).
• Strong written communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with veterans’ issues or a strong passion to support those who served.
• Proficiency with Google Docs, Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.

Time Commitment:

Flexible schedule

What You’ll Gain

• Gain experience and build your portfolio in nonprofit grant writing.
• Make a real impact in the lives of veterans and their families.
• Join a passionate and mission-driven team.

Videographer

The Veterans Memorial and Support Foundation is a non-profit launched in 2012 designed to deliver honor, support and healing to America’s active service members, veterans and first responders. We are in search of a videographer to assist us in our marketing efforts supporting social media, website, oral presentations, and cable television spots that will be aired within the northern California region. If you have videography skills and a passion for America’s freedom, we invite you to throw your hat into the race to join an impressive team of Silicon Valley talent and difference makers who are interested in improving the lives of veterans and first responders. This is a non-paid position that will bring great credentials and contacts in Silicon Valley to any qualified resume. Skill sets of candidates should include:

• Working with a Creative Director or collaborative team to create the film or video product
• Figuring out what type of equipment to use
• Cleaning and disassembling hardware
• Setting up and tearing down cameras, audio recorders, lighting, microphones, and props
• Calibrating and maintaining equipment
• Preparing background film or “B” rolls as well as live feed
• Troubleshoots problems with the equipment
• Interviewing people and creating a film clip via editing raw footage
• Working in the studio as part of a production team to edit film
• Inserting closed captioning, graphics, or other on-screen text into a video
• Adding computer graphics and special effects to a video
• Manual dexterity, physical mobility, and some physical strength/stamina
• Bravery to get the camera shot in risky situations
• Creativity and attention to detail
• Organization to manage their time efficiently
• Ability to capture snippets of film and be able to edit it into a cohesive story
• Flexibility and good listening skills
• Enough patience to wait for the perfect shot
• Energy and determination
• Technical acumen to be able to operate, configure, set up, and fix video, audio, lighting, or other production equipment
• Must know computerized tape editing software and equipment
• Understanding of post-production techniques
• Can work in a variety of digital venues with software to edit and finish film work
• Passion—they have to be all about getting the shot

Please send background or resume along with sample portfolio of work to honorAvet@gmail.com.