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You’re all about giving. Write a volunteer cover letter that will help you get the job that gives back.
Some people work for money. Some people work to give back. You’re the latter—you want to volunteer.
But you’re not the only one.
There are hundreds of people out there claiming to want to work for the greater good. So it’s not enough to tell recruiters that you’re passionate about something or that you want to give back to others.
So how do you stand out like a shining beacon of hope?
By writing a volunteer cover letter that no one will be able to ignore.
This guide will show you a volunteer cover letter example, plus the best tips on how to write a volunteer letter step-by-step.
Let’s get to work.
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Ellis D. Wight
Volunteer
3016 West Drive
Chicago, IL 60606
773-499-3635
ellis.lz.wight@gmail.com
linkedin.com/in/elliszetywight
Chicago, 7/15/2019
Mr. Kurt Pipkin
Principal
Rainbow Academy
1515 Fredericks Street
Chicago, IL 60608
Dear Mr. Pipkin,
I am excited about the volunteer opening at Rainbow Academy. I’ve been volunteering as a teacher’s aide for over 6 years with great enjoyment. Rainbow Academy is a place where I could continue the volunteering that I love as well as expand creatively with your renown outdoor learning program.
A lot of people overlook the importance of the role of the teacher’s aide as just a watered down list of teacher’s duties. I see it more as a role that can enrich the lives of young students and therefore influence their lives positively. I carry that same passion and philosophy in my professional life as a full time ESL teacher for children. Interactive classroom set ups as well as engaging extracurricular activities led me to receiving the “most innovative teacher of the year” award in Illinois in 2018. One of my biggest drivers when approaching teaching is using the environment around us to teach children in a safe yet interactive environment. This way they not only learn information, but also how to interact with the world around them.
When one of my colleagues, Pauline Shanchez, mentioned this volunteering opportunity, I jumped at the chance. Rainbow Academy is a leading preschool centered around creating safe spaces for children to learn and grow and using the outdoors as a medium for that growth. I’m positive that I would be a natural fit in the Rainbow Academy team due to my own passion for innovative teaching and my own inquisitive nature.
Could we schedule a call next week to discuss how I could assist teachers using my experience in interactive classroom set ups?
Sincerely,
Ellis Wight
773-499-3635
ellis.lz.wight@gmail.com
That was a great example of a volunteering cover letter. Read on to see just how you can write one just like this.
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The purpose of a volunteer cover letter is to show the recruiter that you have the skills, experience, and passion that a good volunteer needs.
Why? Because volunteering is on the rise and hitting record-breaking highs. That makes for stiff competition. It also makes for more candidates adding their volunteer experience to their resumes and cover letters to outshine everyone else. So if you’re asking yourself:
The answer is a definite yes. Add any previous experience as a volunteer to show your professionalism and dedication to giving back.
But whether it’s your first time applying for a volunteering job or you’re a veteran of lending a helping hand, you need to get your volunteer cover letter right.
Here are the best tips on how to write a great volunteering cover letter:
Volunteering isn’t easy since you need to slide right into an established company structure pretty fast. Make sure your cover letter structure is just as sound as the company you’re giving your time to:
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If you can’t find the name of the hiring manager, try searching the company’s website or their LinkedIn page. If that fails, try giving the company a call and simply asking.
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How long should a cover letter be for volunteers? One page should definitely be enough.
Once you’re done writing your volunteer letter, make sure it has a design just as great as your accomplishments: Professional Cover Letter Design
It’s not enough to just send out your cover letter and hope for the best. Always follow up on your volunteer request letter. Here’s how to do just that: Write a Great Follow Up Email to Your Application
As you can see, a great volunteer coordinator cover letter can really help you give back to the community through the best organization or company possible. Don’t forget to give your volunteer covering letter a helping hand by coupling it with a fantastic resume.
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Thanks for reading! What do you think of this volunteer’s letter? Are there any pointers you think we’ve left out? Let us know in the comments below!
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