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​VOLUNTEER with POP

Do you have an idea for an invention that could help solve the plastic pollution problem? Do you have skills that could benefit our media, education, or outreach campaigns?
We couldn’t do what we do without our talented group of volunteers and interns, aka POP-Stars!

Regardless of your age or skill set we welcome anyone interested in joining us on mission of solving the plastic pollution problem.
Stay updated on upcoming events & volunteer opportunities through Facebook, Instagram, and
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Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities

We have some exciting upcoming Volunteer Events coming up and are always in need of volunteers, so grab a friend and join us on our mission to reduce plastic pollution in our communities!​

April 18th: ​​​Johnnie Mercers Pier (Access 16) Cleanup (10am to 12pm)
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April 19th: ​​​April Adopt A Highway Cleanup (10am to 12pm)
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April 25th: ​​​Fifth Annual For The Ocean Gala
Interested in volunteering? Email Marisa at marisa@plasticoceanproject.org

We are filling various volunteer roles.

Trees4Trash Assistant – support POP through organizing and supervising cleanup efforts for events.
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Volunteer Coordinator – align volunteer efforts with POP events and other areas.
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Gala Committee Member – support POP’s annual For the Ocean Gala through event planning
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OFE Committee Member – support POP’s Ocean Friendly Establishments program through the recruitment of new businesses, forming relationships with current businesses, and renewing certificates.
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Please note these positions are unpaid.

If interested, please fill out the Volunteer Application and email a cover letter to emily@plasticoceanproject.org

​Volunteer Application

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Fulfill Community Service Hours

If you are affiliated with an organization, school, or firm that requires or recognizes volunteer hours we are happy to provide documentation.

Looking for a way to stay up to date with our volunteer opportunities & meet some of your fellow POP-Stars?

Join our group at
https://www.meetup.com/pop-volunteers/