non-profit representative

canvasser

director of training

animator

fundraiser

Grassroots Team

I have thoroughly enjoyed my time so far with GT. I started a couple of months ago as a canvasser. The first few days of the job can definitely be a bit overwhelming, as everyone begins knocking on doors and talking to the community on orientation day. That being said our office director and the other staff are very supportive and do what they can in terms of frequently shadowing new team members to ensure success in the field while the pitch and new skills are still being learned. Despite the initial learning curve being steep if you have never canvassed before, GT conducts lots of training and is constantly offering trainings and workshops to reinforce old skills and develop new skills. As a young and growing organization, there is a lot of room for quick advancement for those who are passionate about the job and quick learners, you really get out of this job what you put into it. 
This job is extremely rewarding since we get to raise money for an amazing organization while also raising awareness about the local impacts of global issues within our community, with each door I walk up to I feel that I have the chance to make a difference, regardless of whether that interaction results in a donor. As this is a canvassing job, it does require stepping out of your comfort zone in order to approach community members at their homes during the late afternoons and early evenings (since that's when people are home and typically have more free time to talk) but that jump out of the comfort zone is well worth it once you begin seeing the impact of the work we are doing. 
Since the office I am in reopened just a few months ago after being closed due to COVID for a bit, I have had the pleasure of seeing the office expand in staff size, and management has been active in cultivating a fun and inspiring team culture, I consider myself lucky to be surrounded by so many kind and caring team members on a daily basis.  

I’ve been here for awhile now. GT Denver leadership was quick to clock my passion for human rights, and they’ve done a lot to empower me as a person. The first few weeks of the job can feel disorienting (I even say that with previous experience), but GT also has one of the most comprehensive training structures in the canvassing industry. Trainers invest a lot of time to cultivate one's skills & confidence if they recognize sincere passion for the issues. 

The hours are definitely not for everyone, but there wouldn’t be many people at home to talk to if the shift started earlier. Obviously, canvassing itself isn’t the easiest job. Spoiler alert: there will be some people at the door who disagree with what we do & have to say, but that comes with the territory. The most stressful part of canvassing itself is usually the quota system, but that also comes with the territory. The bonus system makes it worth it though!

Success comes from using factual information paired with basic emotional appeal to inspire complete strangers to take action. Most days, the biggest battle is about fighting complacency, not flat-out bigotry. Do keep in mind that no social movement ever made progress without looking various forms of opposition in the eye. With that in mind, the Directors do prioritize team safety while we talk about “hot button” issues. They also take intersectionality of identities into account when they delegate teams and turf pairs.

I am proud that I get to generate a critical dialogue about human rights in the communities we canvass. I sincerely love that this job requires me to stay up-to-date with the news, because it keeps my finger on the pulse of society & politics. In terms of team culture, this the most progressive, diverse, and compassionate group of people I’ve had the opportunity to work with. On this team we respect each other's pronouns, use our privileges for good, and elevate each other's voices on a daily basis.

I've been in fundraising for 3 years and the best experience I've had in the industry has been with Grassroots Team. I was with GT from the beginning, left to work elsewhere, and am currently back for a second stint. What made me come back was the culture the company has developed over the years and the respect I've had working with my peers and supervisors. Not to mention the mission GT is committed to, working with and providing great non-profits the sustained funds they need to actually do the great work they're known for.

GT's work is entirely based on door to door or street canvassing. Canvassing isn't for everyone, but if you're a good communicator, good at dealing with rejection, fine walking around neighborhoods for 5 hours (even if the weather is awful) and most of all driven and motivated by the causes GT represents, it's a good job to be in and opens doors you would never expect, as it has for me. GT heavily values internal promotion and if you are good at canvassing, love the mission, and show leadership intangibles it's an unexpected way to build a career for yourself in this field if you want it, as it did for me.

I think there is room for improvement when it comes to staff retention and leadership communication on policy changes. We have a quota system and there's no doubt that it can stress canvassers out sometimes. It's an experience I've gone through .But overall I do believe everyone in the company from the top down is here for the right reasons, and that intention is carried out in our work.

A typical work day is clearly stated. The benchmarks being arrival at 9 and departure at about 4:30 after driving back at the office and having a short meeting. The largest issues is management, the staff has no clue how to train nor do they really care about proper education for the position. I'd been working there for less than a week when I was prompted to go over and practice the script with another new canvasser (essentially training when I had only started a week prior).  In addition to having to all climb into a small car of a coworker who you don't know was mind boggling enough. The conditions of the position are inhospitable and frankly dangerous. If it rains you have to stand outside, if its thunder storm better hope lightning hits 4 times to go inside. The treatment of canvassers is despicable considering that gas isn't compensated  and having to stand for 8+ hours without being pestered about needing to sit is abysmal. 

The cause is good, but the management and policies are nearly criminal. 

Since starting with grassroots team I have learned so much about myself and others. Everyday I go to work and even on off days I’m filled with a sense of appreciation. I know the people I work with truly care about me and my well-being and they want you to succeed and will do what it takes for me to be the best me I can be. I’ve never worked with such a passionate group of people who truly care for others as they do. Everyone works so hard to bring hope to others and make the world a better place. I’m given a sense of purpose and I know I’m making a difference in the world. Even with personal issues I have had this team has been there for be in the best way with a judgment free zone. And with hard work and dedication there is always room for advancement in a short time span. And no matter how low you are in the chain of command your good work is always recognized and appreciated. Also pay is great and opportunity to bonus every week. And paid on a weekly basis. Benefits after 90 days PTO and paid holidays

Super low-paying, this company sends canvassers out alone, in the dark, carrying expensive electronics, practically blind-folded (required secondary ppe fogs up in the winter air), in questionable neighborhoods.

Management claims to be there for you, but seems more focused on meeting their own personal quotas than ensuring the well-being of staff. You are lucky if you can get them on the phone to help answer questions, even to secure a donor, because they are more motivated by sales (this could be an oversight by upper management not having any dedicated support staff, I'm not sure).

It's a shame because the charity that hired this company, Amnesty International, is a great cause. However, asking 100 people a day to care about the humane treatment of others becomes increasingly uncomfortable when the company itself is not treating it's own staff in a considerate fashion.

I loved working with my coworkers at Grassroots team. They were a progressive, supportive, accepting group to work with, and I felt like my identity was very respected. I loved my coworkers and I loved the pay, but I did not love the work. Going door to door trying to convince people that gun control would save lives was tiring. It can be dangerous and stressful, because you don't always know how people are going to react to your support for human rights, and the quota system loomed over me for most of my time there (that being said some of my coworkers were comfortably above quota all the time, so its not the worst).

The teams you work with are amazing, hourly, entry level staff are passionate and there is a strong culture of support within individual offices.

Upper management is literally the worst management experience I've had in my life. Many Directors I know of (or ex directors, including myself) have had nightmares, broken down crying, have been micromanaged to the minute of their days, and overall its just. HORRIBLE.

I would only recommend working with this company if you are desperate for a quick buck - the pay can be good if you are a good canvasser. However, be wary of advancement - you will be viewed as expendable and a transaction.

The entire job is walking through neighborhoods ringing doorbells and trying to get people to donate to a nonprofit on a monthly basis. It's rewarding to bring revenue into a good organization but the door-to-door system is taxing no matter what. You're expected to meet a quota that's not easy to reach and people aren't usually willing to listen to your pitch, especially when the weather is bad. Some really people seem to push through and do well but there is a really high turnover rate. 

The senior leadership team are some of the kindest, most passionate humans I have had the pleasure to interact with. They care deeply about the clients and causes they represent and moreover are professionally and personally invested in the people they employ. I cannot recommend more strongly working for Grassroots Team for experience in grassroots canvassing, superior pay and quality of work. The only reason I stepped away from my role was an inability on my end to meet the hours with prior commitments.

The expectations set out are fair but steep so be prepared to work hard. The roles are setup for success with attainable key performance metrics at every step.

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Non-profit representative 17 salaries reported	$25.78 per hour
Canvasser 1 salary reported	$65,000 per year
Director of training 3 salaries reported	$19.80 per hour
Animator 19 salaries reported	$20.51 per hour
Fundraiser 12 salaries reported	$21.83 per hour

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