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Social Impact Content Writer & Social Media Volunteer

Brighten A Day · Philadelphia, PA, USA · Remote ·

Job type:
Full Time

Use your writing to help people feel less alone and inspire others to make a difference for a 501(c)(3) nonprofit featured on international newspapers, including CNN, BBC, FOX News, and CBS News.
We are looking for a creative Social Impact Content Writer & Social Media Volunteer to help grow awareness, engagement, and participation in our mission.
What You’ll Do
Create original, thoughtful, and engaging social media content about loneliness, social isolation, kindness, belonging, volunteering, and human connection.
Brighten A Day Foundation will provide photographs, graphics, and other visual materials from our work—such as cards, care packages, volunteers, and community projects. You will create the story and message behind the visual, rather than simply describing what is pictured.
Your content may include:
Thought-provoking posts about loneliness and social isolation
Stories about why a handwritten letter or small act of kindness can matter
Content encouraging people to reach out to someone who may feel alone
Educational and awareness content about human connection
Volunteer-focused content that inspires people to get involved
Questions, prompts, and relatable posts designed to spark comments and conversations
Calls to action that turn awareness into participation
Build Real-World Digital Skills
This is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience with:
Social media content writing
Nonprofit communications
Digital storytelling
SEO-friendly content
Audience engagement and calls to action
Content strategy and social-media trends
Writing for a growing social-impact organization
Your work can become part of a portfolio demonstrating your ability to create meaningful content for a real nonprofit audience.
Who We’re Looking For
This opportunity is a great fit for high school or college students and volunteers interested in writing, journalism, communications, marketing, social media, SEO, digital storytelling, or nonprofit work.
Previous professional experience is not required. We are looking for someone who is creative, thoughtful, dependable, and genuinely interested in using communication to create positive social impact.
What You’ll Receive
Verified volunteer/service hours for eligible volunteers
Real-world nonprofit communications experience
Portfolio-building experience
Flexible, remote volunteering
The opportunity to help grow awareness of an important social issue
The chance to help shape how people connect with the mission of Brighten A Day Foundation