Get Paid to Talk to People | $20/hr Guaranteed + Paid Training | Entry-Level

If you're the kind of person who can talk to anyone…

You might be exactly who we’re looking for.

We’re Public Outreach, and we hire Face-to-Face Fundraisers to speak with people on behalf of leading nonprofit organizations across New York City.

This is a role for people who:

• Hate sitting behind a desk all day

• Enjoy meeting new people

• Thrive in social, fast-moving environments

• Feel energized by conversation and interaction

• Want work that feels active and engaging

If that sounds like you, keep reading.

What This Job Actually Is

This is a face-to-face outreach role.

You’ll be working outdoors in busy areas of NYC, having real conversations with members of the public about important nonprofit campaigns.

Your job is to:

• Start conversations with strangers in public spaces

• Share information about nonprofit organizations

• Inspire people to become long-term monthly supporters

• Work as part of a high-energy, supportive team

No scripts. No desk. No call centre.

Just real conversations with real people.

Check out our website here: https://publicoutreachgroup.com/

Why People Join This Role

Many of our team members come from backgrounds like:

• Retail

• Hospitality

• Events

• Customer service

• Brand ambassador work

• Theatre, acting, or performance

• Sales

They don’t necessarily come for nonprofit experience.

They come because they want:

• A more social job

• A more active work environment

• A break from repetitive or isolated work

• A role where personality actually matters

Pay & Benefits

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

• Paid training from day one

• Performance bonuses

• Regular pay reviews and growth opportunities

• Health, dental, and vision benefits (eligible full-time employees)

• Paid time off

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Internal promotion opportunities (we promote from within)

This is stable hourly work with real career pathways—not gig work or commission-only sales.

Schedule

We require availability for at least 3 full 7.5-hour shifts per week.

Shifts run:

Monday–Friday12:30 PM – 8:00 PM

Saturday & SundayDaytime shifts with varying start times (typically earlier in the day)

Weekday and weekend availability is required.

Full-time availability is preferred.

What We’re Looking For

You don’t need experience in fundraising.

We’re looking for people who:

• Are confident starting conversations

• Enjoy interacting with the public

• Bring positive energy to a team environment

• Can handle rejection and keep going

• Prefer active, non-desk work

• Want to build communication skills in a real-world setting

If you’ve ever been told you’re “good with people,” this role may fit you well.

What This Job Feels Like

This is not a quiet or isolated job.

It’s:

• Fast-paced

• Social

• Outdoor

• Team-oriented

• Conversation-heavy

Every shift looks different, and you’ll meet hundreds of people from all walks of life.

Growth Opportunities

This role builds skills that transfer anywhere:

• Communication

• Confidence

• Public speaking

• Emotional intelligence

• Leadership

We actively promote from within, and many of our team leaders started in this exact role.

Hiring Now

We’re currently interviewing candidates in New York City who can start soon.

Paid training begins shortly after hiring.

If you’re looking for a job where your personality is an advantage—not something you hide—apply today.

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 workplace where people can thrive.

Accommodations are available upon request throughout all stages of the hiring process.