Fundraiser – Climate & Environmental Action

Face-to-Face Fundraising

Start Date: As soon as possible

Position Type: Year-round position with flexible scheduling (21–35 hours per week; overtime opportunities available)

Shift Times: 10am-5pm Street Shifts; 12pm-7pm Door Shifts

Compensation: Starting at $20/hour (not commission-based) with opportunities for daily performance bonuses

Location: Work outside in Los Angeles, CA.

If you’re looking for a real way to take action on the climate crisis, you’ve found it.

Public Outreach was founded in 2002 by former Greenpeace canvassers who believed that ethical fundraising begins with fairness – a guaranteed hourly wage, transparent practices, and respect for both fundraisers and donors.

Today, we’re one of North America’s leading ethical fundraising agencies, partnering with major environmental and humanitarian organizations to secure the sustainable monthly support they need to protect our planet, defend wildlife, and uplift vulnerable communities.

To us, activism isn’t a hobby – it’s a respected (paid) job. Our work is rooted in honest, face-to-face conversations that inspire people to become long-term supporters of the causes they care about. Because real change grows from real human connection.

If you’re passionate about the environment, climate justice, conservation, or social impact, this is a place where your work will truly reflect your values. You’ll join a diverse, mission-driven team united by a shared commitment to protecting the planet and building a more sustainable future.

We offer a fair, stable hourly wage, prioritize staff wellbeing, and invest heavily in training and support – because empowering our fundraisers is the most impactful climate investment we can make.

• Strong command of the English language

• Comfortable working outdoors year-round

• Ability to be on your feet for extended periods

• Reliably commute across the city

• Travel all across LA. Every day is different. Street location types vary: coffee shops, bookstores, grocery stores, farmers' markets, events

• Access to a car is helpful (we support carpools!)

• Shift times: 10am-5pm Street Shifts; 12pm-7pm Door Shifts

• Previous fundraising, campaign, volunteer, or canvassing experience is an asset

• Excellent communication, storytelling, and listening skills

• Genuine passion for environmental protection, climate justice, and social change

• Emotional resilience – able to handle rejection and stay positive

• Comfortable speaking with people from all walks of life

• Adaptable, energetic, and ready to represent causes that matter

• Engage the public face-to-face on behalf of respected environmental and human rights organizations

• Have meaningful conversations that inspire people to take climate action through monthly giving

• Communicate the urgency of issues like conservation, biodiversity loss, and global justice

• Build connections, listen deeply, and tell powerful stories from our charity partners

• Collaborate with your team to meet daily and weekly goals

• Participate in ongoing training to strengthen communication and leadership skills

• Benefits after 3 months of consistent employment

• Paid time off

• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Full-time, year-round, stable hours

• Ongoing coaching, leadership development & skills training

• A fun, supportive, and inclusive team environment

• Leadership opportunities based on merit and performance, not time with the company

• Meaningful work that directly funds climate action, conservation, and human rights

At Public Outreach, you’re not just filling a role – you’re making a positive environmental impact.

We’re constantly evolving, which means there is always space for new ideas and new leaders. Many of our team members grow quickly into management roles and help shape our long-term climate impact strategies.

When you join our team, you step into a supportive, inclusive community that values diversity and lived experience. We respect all gender identities and pronouns, and we welcome applications from People of Colour, Indigenous Peoples, LGBTQ individuals, and people with disabilities.

Accommodations are available throughout the hiring and onboarding process.

Compensation details: 20 Hourly Wage