DAMARIS ESCOBAR
Los Angeles
Summary
Results-driven Nonprofit Leader with a decade of experience in scaling volunteer programs and optimizing operations. Achievements include orchestrating the recruitment of over 1,000 volunteers and securing annual cost savings of $6,000 through innovative partnerships. Focused on building inclusive systems that enhance community engagement and organizational effectiveness.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer Support Specialist
YOUNG STORYTELLERS
Los Angeles
11.2023 - Current
- Orchestrated recruitment and onboarding of 1,000+ volunteers across NYC and LA school districts annually.
- Managed volunteer coverage across 31 sites through data-driven scheduling.
- Launched virtual TB clinic initiative, increasing compliance by 73%.
- Designed equitable onboarding systems to enhance inclusivity.
- Introduced billing partnership reducing onboarding costs, saving $6,000 annually.
Volunteer Engagement Manager
SAFE PLACE FOR YOUTH (SPY)
Venice
07.2023 - 11.2023
- Secured $2,500 grant and coordinated in-kind donations, supporting program sustainability.
- Built corporate partnerships, facilitating service projects that increased community engagement.
- Led migration to new volunteer database system, enhancing data management across 6 sites.
- Facilitated trauma-informed monthly orientations.
Volunteer Coordinator
SAFE PLACE FOR YOUTH (SPY)
Venice
02.2022 - 07.2023
- Streamlined volunteer tracking workflows to ensure 100% compliance.
- Coordinated volunteer recruitment and onboarding processes for community outreach programs.
- Developed training materials to enhance volunteer skills and engagement.
- Managed scheduling and communication between volunteers and program staff.
Wellness & Development Coordinator
MEALS ON WHEELS WEST
Santa Monica
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Coordinated case management and conducted weekly home visits for seniors to enhance support and well-being.
- Enhanced community engagement through strategic digital outreach and targeted social media initiatives.
- Communicated with volunteers to ensure timely service.
- Managed supply inventory and ordered necessary food products.
- Coordinated meal delivery schedules for clients in need.
Program Manager, Food Pantry
ST. JOSEPH CENTER
Venice
06.2018 - 12.2020
- Secured $60,000 in funding through targeted community campaigns to support pantry initiatives.
- Enhanced service utilization by 20% through implementation of digital outreach strategy.
- Directed operations of pantry serving over 2,000 clients each month, ensuring efficient service delivery.
Program Coordinator
ST. JOSEPH CENTER
Venice
09.2016 - 05.2018
- Facilitated program operations and data management to ensure smooth workflow and accurate records.
- Coordinated program schedules and activities for diverse community services.
- Managed participant intake processes and maintained accurate records.
- Developed training materials for staff and volunteers in service delivery.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Santa Monica College
Santa Monica, CASkills
- Volunteer Coordination
- Bilingual Outreach
- Data analysis
- HMIS/ServicePoint
- ServTracker
- Salesforce
- Square
- ADP
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Inventory Management
- Budgeting
- Volunteer Coordination
Websites
Core Competencies
Volunteer Recruitment & Retention, Team Supervision, Strategic Planning, Database Management (Salesforce, HMIS, Mon Ami), Process Optimization, Compliance, Grant Research, Donor Stewardship, Corporate Partnerships, In-kind Fundraising, Trauma-Informed Care, Harm Reduction, Outreach & Advocacy, Workshop Facilitation
Timeline
Volunteer Support Specialist
YOUNG STORYTELLERS
11.2023 - Current
Volunteer Engagement Manager
SAFE PLACE FOR YOUTH (SPY)
07.2023 - 11.2023
Volunteer Coordinator
SAFE PLACE FOR YOUTH (SPY)
02.2022 - 07.2023
Wellness & Development Coordinator
MEALS ON WHEELS WEST
08.2021 - 02.2022
Program Manager, Food Pantry
ST. JOSEPH CENTER
06.2018 - 12.2020
Program Coordinator
ST. JOSEPH CENTER
09.2016 - 05.2018
Associate of Arts -
Santa Monica College