media relations specialist

director of communication & education

crisis counselor

development associate

senior policy analyst

Sandy Hook Promise Foundation

There is no typical day at work given the space we work in. Every day is a new challenge, a new real world crisis to face, a new opportunity to change the world, make an impact, learn, grow and be part of something meaningful: preventing gun violence and violence in general. I am constantly challenged with new projects, new strategic thinking, the need to be analytical but all of this woven in to a tapestry of being compassionate, intentional, and intersectional in my work. Management makes me feel supported at all times. I have never felt like I am left floating alone. I am consistently encouraged to raise my voice, to share ideas, to come with solutions and to lean in and make things happen. Management encourages my path rather than obstructing it. The hardest part of the job is that I want to do more but we don't have the organizational size and resources to make all the proposals and ideas come to fruition, yet. This is the first time in my career I have been able to bring my complete whole self into an organization. The intersectionality of who I am is seen as an asset that brings value, perspective, experience and knowledge that can only add to the work we do and help create the cultural shift we seek with our programs. Is there room for improvement in the organization, of course there is. It is a reflection of our human condition which means we all have room for growth and evolution. I appreciate that I get to not only grow in the organization but I also get to be part of the organizations growth and evolution so that together we can become the change we want to see in the world. Working here requires one to be willing to lean in, engage, educate oneself but also to challenge, rasie your voice, propse the path to move forward, to work hard and go above and beyond. People are not here for their ego. The work is personal. It isn't easy to work in this space but knowing I have such dedicated, capable and empowered colleagues raises me up and makes me work that much harder, be that much more committed but also consistent with my self-care. I know that when I need to I can take a step back, pause and breathe. I am supported in that. It is expected that I do that and encouraged. 

Employees are held to high standards and ambitious strategic plan.  You work hard along with other committed employees.  Managers are quick to provide praise and encouragement.   Smaller teams make up larger departments with lots of cross work and support.  If you are not afraid of working hard, are committed to changing the world, and empowering youth and adults alike, then this is the company for you.  Sandy Hook Promise has grown tremendously in the short time it has been a nonprofit, so there have been learning curves for all, but the heart and soul is there.  Management changes and enhancements have helped to ease the growing pains and the company continually seeks to improve.  In the meantime, millions have been trained in our life saving programs.

The founders care deeply for their staff, and welcome input from all levels of the team on ways to strengthen the organization. The staff is incredibly committed, supportive, skilled, and diverse. Our programs are highly regarded, and we have strong leadership to keep growing in smart ways. Despite having a large remote team, the organization fosters a feeling of authentic connection across the board, and has kept its family-like energy as it has grown.

This is an amazing cause, and one I feel passionately about. As such, I wanted it to be my forever job, but the incorporation of this mission has resulted in national leadership focused on quantity, not quality. It is difficult to work in a culture that promotes relationship-building externally, but reduces the opportunities and supports to do so internally. I have always been willing to for a noble cause, but it is hard to do so with micro-management that lacks experience and necessary industry understanding.

This is my dream job. I feel valued, heard and appreciated from the top down. Our mission is always the focus and doing everything we can to give students, schools and communities the tools to prevent violence before it happens. My co workers and boss are the best I have ever had! Folx at SHP are smart, passionate and dedicated. New ideas are welcome and our motto is that we must be willing to “get caught trying”. Pay is above average as compared to other non profits. It truly feels like a family. 

This is an Organization that is driven by numbers that it gives to its board of Directors on a quarterly basis. Sadly, they have no way of accurately tracking their numbers. All of the employees do it differently, there is also no auditing process. This means that they raise money by lying to their donors. Also this Organization lacks Diversity. Primarily white female. Lastly, the leadership is very self serving and have no respect for the work they make their employees do!!

This is an organization that says it values DEI but this is a total Lie. Also, the org has very little strategy or direction. They are PROUD to say that they are "building the bike as they ride it" and one of the MD's is so controlling that he will not ask for help or accept any. Very non-collaborative workforce and I was "let go" because of my disability although they have tried to cover it up.

I was at first inspired to work for this Organization then quickly realized that they have no clue what they are doing. They talk all the time about their STRAT PLAN but literally go day to day not knowing what they are doing. Very frustrating because they are wating the dollors that donors trust them with. I am trying so hard to find another job

Sandy Hook Promise is a phenomenal nonprofit organization with an important mission.  Creativity, innovation, and hard work drive this organization forward.  Due to its national scope, SHP delivers violence prevention training and education to a wide student and educator audience.

Meaningful and important work with wonderful people. The belief in mission, created from tragedy, but with hope for the future, is at the core of all the group's efforts. It is a family run organization along with a core of community co-founders and partners.

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Media relations specialist 5 salaries reported	$85,000 per year
Director of communication & education 5 salaries reported	$98,000 per year
Crisis counselor 3 salaries reported	$21.63 per hour
Development associate 2 salaries reported	$45,000 per year
Senior policy analyst 1 salary reported	$50,000 per year

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