Face-to-Face Fundraising
Start Date:As soon as possiblePosition Type:Year-round position with flexible scheduling (2135 hours per week; overtime opportunities available)Shift Times:7-hour shifts scheduled between 10:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m.Compensation:Starting at $20/hour (not commission-based) with opportunities for daily performance bonusesLocation:Work outside in San Diego, CA
About UsPublic Outreach was founded in 2002 by passionate Greenpeace canvassers who believed fundraisers deserve fairness a reliable base salary, not commission.
Since then, weve become one of North Americas leading ethical fundraising agencies, specializing in connecting people with charities through honest, respectful, and effective conversations. We build sustainable monthly donor programs that fund long-term change for causes that matter.
Were guided by three core values:
Honesty: No commission-based pay, just transparent, ethical fundraising built on trust.Respect: A workplace rooted in inclusion, anti-oppression, and genuine care for one another.Results: Were goal-driven and growth-minded, but we measure success through long-term impact and supportive coachingnot pressure.
Why You'll Love This Role
As a Fundraiser, youll build one of the most valuable skills in any career:communication.Every day, youll connect face-to-face with people, inspire action, and make a real impact for causes that matter.
Youll spend your days outdoors, surrounded by fresh air and new scenery, working with a supportive, passionate team that values creativity, growth, and genuine connection.
Whether youre between gigs, exploring new opportunities, or looking to supplement your income, this role offers the perfect balance of flexibility, consistency, and purpose. Its a chance to align your work with your values, grow your confidence, and help build a more compassionate, sustainable world.
What to Expect
No two days are the same. Explore new neighborhoods and connect with the community. Youll inspire people to become monthly donors supportingenvironmental protection, human rights, and humanitarian aid.
Youll always have support. From day one, youll receive paid training, ongoing coaching, mentorship, and continuous skill development. Youll work closely with a team that values growth and authenticity and youre never alone in the field.
A typical day:Your team meets at a central location accessible by public transit before heading out together to your fundraising site. Carpooling is often coordinated, but its your responsibility to ensure you can commute each day.
If you thrive on human connection, enjoy variety, and want your work to mean something, join Public Outreachs Fundraising team.
What We OfferGuaranteed starting rate of $20/hour (not commission-based)Performance incentives for hitting goalsYear-round employment with stable hours and flexible scheduling optionsBenefits after 3 months of consistent employmentPaid time offAccess to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health and well-beingOngoing coaching, leadership development, and skills trainingRapid growth opportunities many of our leaders started as fundraisers!Travel & commuting support we meet near transit or arrange carpooling when possibleFun, inclusive team culture built on collaboration and mutual supportSafe, supportive work environment with clear policies on field safetyCareer GrowthAt Public Outreach, we believe in developing our staff. Whether youre just starting out or building a long-term career in the nonprofit world, youll find plenty of opportunities to advance.
Many of our fundraisers have gone on to work directly with the charities they once represented. Youll gain firsthand experience innonprofit operations, donor relations, and ethical fundraising.
Inclusion & DiversityWhen you join us, youll be part of an inclusive, supportive team. We welcome people from all backgrounds and life experiences, and were committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we engage with every day.
We strongly encourage applications from People of Colour, Indigenous Peoples, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities.Accommodations are available upon request throughout the hiring and onboarding process.
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