Community Liaison
- Liaison for a state program partnering with the community to build a better foster care system throughout the state of Idaho, USA.- Built and managed a network of churches, organizations, businesses, and kind individuals to support the needs of local children and families in foster care. - Solicited, acquired, and managed donations of all kinds to support children and families in foster care.- Scheduled and ran foster care information booths at events and church services to recruit foster parents and acquire donations.- Managed fundraisers, drives and large events.- Planned large events for social workers, kids, and families in foster care.- Handled all calls, emails, and inquiries from community members interested in supporting or donating to kids in foster care. Accomplishments:- Acquired over $220,000 worth in donations during my term. Including a $20,000 Grand Prize from a charity competition.- Created a private clothing store that offers free clothing to kids in foster care called, The Wardrobe.- Created a Foster Family Support Directory.- Acquired over 75 new partnerships, which include churches, businesses, organizations, and individuals that provide continued support to our program.