The Groundwork Ambassadors is a special membership group for New Yorkers that are committed to changing the lives of children and families living in some of NYC’s most isolated and economically challenged communities. Ambassadors foster a younger generation of support for Groundwork’s mission by raising funds for programs and services through special events and other initiatives.

Each May, the Ambassadors host Groundwork's signature young professionals' event - a cocktail party that features a deejay and silent auction. Ambassadors are integral to growing the event's host committee by serving on the committee themselves and encouraging friends and colleagues to serve.

Groundwork Ambassadors are asked to support the organization in the following ways:

• Make an annual personal gift
• Raise at least $1,000 during Groundwork's fiscal year (Sept. 1 - Aug. 31)
• Attend the spring fundraiser, help promote Ambassador events, and sell tickets
• Assist in soliciting corporate sponsorships and donations for events
• Attend occasional meetings (either in-person or via conference call)

 

Benefits Include:



• Invitation to Donor Days at Groundwork
• Subscription to Groundwork's e-newsletter
• First to learn about volunteer opportunities
• Opportunity to sit on special committees
• Two complimentary tickets to annual spring event if fundraising goal is met by the end of the calendar year

Leadership Opportunities

The Groundwork Ambassadors will be led by a steering committee comprised of a chair, vice chair, and secretary. The steering committee will convene regularly to discuss progress toward annual goals and new initiatives. Each position requires a two year commitment.

The Chair acts as primary liaison with staff for special events, provides ongoing motivation for Ambassadors so that each meets their goal, acts as spokesperson for the Ambassadors, ensures that the Ambassadors are meeting recruitment targets, and attends all meetings and events.

The Vice Chair acts as primary resource for other Ambassadors, oversees Spring Fling auction solicitation process, supports efforts of Ambassadors to meet recruitment targets, and attends all meeting and events.

The Secretary acts as the Ambassadors historian, keeps minutes and ensures that all events are photo-documented, maintains accurate contact information/profiles for Ambassadors and host committee members, and attends all meetings and events.

Please contact Anthony Buissereth, Assistant Director, Donor & External Relations, if you are interested in pursuing a leadership opportunity.