LoopRoot Foundation is hiring: Publicist / Public Relations Volunteer LoopRoots

Publicist / Public Relations Volunteer

LoopRoots Foundation, a nonprofit supporting justice‑impacted families, is seeking a Publicist / Public Relations Volunteer to help shape our public image, secure media coverage, and strengthen our overall communication strategy. The role is volunteer during the pre‑launch phase, with the opportunity for a long‑term or paid position after launch based on performance and funding availability.

Organization: LoopRoots Foundation (in partnership with LoopTroop Inc.)
Location: Remote (United States)
Commitment: 8–12 hours/week (Volunteer – potential for long‑term or paid role)

Summary

The LoopRoots Foundation uses technology‑enabled tools to remove barriers that prevent families from staying connected with incarcerated loved ones and accessing mental health care. Key initiatives include:

• LoopConnect – a ride credit sponsorship platform that provides free or subsidized rides to prison visitation facilities.
• LoopTalk – a HIPAA‑compliant virtual therapy program offering trauma‑informed mental health care to justice‑impacted individuals and caregivers.
• LoopTroop – rideshare partnership enabling safe, reliable, culturally competent transportation services.

Responsibilities

• Draft, edit, and distribute press releases, newsletters, and media advisories.
• Pitch stories and coordinate interviews with local and national media outlets.
• Develop and manage the overall PR strategy and messaging calendar for LoopRoots + LoopTroop.
• Collaborate with leadership, outreach, and marketing teams to align messaging across platforms.
• Build and maintain a media contact list (journalists, podcasters, influencers).
• Monitor media coverage and prepare press reports.
• Assist with event publicity, launch campaigns, and crisis communication planning.

Required Skills

• Public Relations & Media Outreach
• Press Release Writing
• Storytelling & Brand Messaging
• Strategic Communication
• Copywriting & Editing
• Relationship Management
• Organization & Attention to Detail
• Cross‑Team Collaboration

Causes

• Social Entrepreneurship
• Community Development
• Reentry & Family Support
• Technology & Innovation
• Transportation Access
• Nonprofit Leadership

What You’ll Gain

• Hands‑on experience in communications for a hybrid tech + nonprofit brand.
• Opportunity to lead public messaging for a pre‑launch social impact organization.
• Portfolio credit for press releases, campaigns, and media placements.
• Mentorship and collaboration with the executive and outreach teams.
• Option to transition into a dedicated PR Manager or Publicist role after launch.