Fundraiser – Support Humanitarian & Social Justice Campaigns (Los Angeles, CA)

About the Role

We’re hiring fundraisers in Los Angeles to support leading nonprofit organizations working in humanitarian aid, environmental protection, and social justice.

Through face-to-face outreach, our teams connect with the public to build long-term support for causes that create real, lasting change. By securing monthly donors, you help nonprofits plan, expand their programs, and continue delivering critical services to communities worldwide.

This role is ideal for people who enjoy meaningfully connecting with others in a dynamic, public-facing environment.

About Public Outreach

Public Outreach is a professional fundraising organization partnered with nonprofit groups across North America for over 20 years. Our work helps organizations build sustainable funding through monthly donor programs, allowing them to grow and maintain impactful initiatives over time.

We are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive workplace and developing future leaders—many of our managers and directors began their careers as fundraisers.

What You’ll Do

• Engage members of the public in high-traffic community spaces and neighborhoods throughout Los Angeles

• Start conversations about important nonprofit campaigns

• Clearly communicate the impact of ongoing donor support

• Inspire individuals to become monthly contributors

• Work closely with a supportive, motivated team in an energetic outdoor environment

Pay & Benefits

• $20/hour guaranteed starting pay (not commission-based)

• Regular pay reviews and performance-based raises

• Bonus opportunities

• Paid training from your first day

• Benefits eligibility after 3 months (full-time employees)

• Paid time off

• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Schedule

• Shifts available Monday through Sunday

• Minimum commitment: 3 full shifts per week (7-hour shifts)

Available shifts include:

• 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (earlier start times possible on weekends)

• 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM

This role can be a great fit for balancing creative work, freelancing, or continuing education.

Who You Are

• You love connecting with new people every day

• You’re confident and an active listener

• You care about humanitarian, environmental, or social justice issues

• You bring a positive attitude and reliability to a team setting

• You’re comfortable working outdoors and being on your feet throughout the day

Experience in fundraising, nonprofit work, advocacy, sales, hospitality, customer service, retail, or other public-facing roles is an asset—but not required.

Hiring Process

We are looking for candidates who can start soon. Successful applicants may begin paid training shortly after receiving an offer.

Apply

If you’re looking for meaningful, people-focused work where you can contribute to important causes while earning a stable hourly wage, we encourage you to apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Public Outreach is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to building an inclusive and supportive workplace.

Accommodations are available upon request throughout the hiring process.

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