Volunteer Needs for the Georgia Cannabis Industry Alliance

1. Community & Advocacy

• Legislative Trackers Monitor bills, committee meetings, and votes during the session.

• Constituent Callers Help residents contact their representatives’ using scripts.

• District Captains Serve as point‑people for each GA district.

• Event Table Volunteers Staff tables at festivals, town halls, and community events.

2. Research & Policy

• Policy Researchers Summarize legislation, compare state programs, track regulatory changes.

• Data Collectors Gather public data on arrests, licensing, patient access, etc.

• Report Writers Help turn research into readable briefs and public reports.

3. Communications & Media

• Writers & Editors Assist with articles, newsletters, and advocacy messaging.

• Social Media Support Help schedule posts, monitor engagement, and share updates.

• Graphic Designers Create clean visuals for campaigns, events, and education.

• Photographers / Videographers Capture events, interviews, and community stories.

• Website Maintenance

4. Outreach & Community Building

• Partnership Coordinators Connect with nonprofits, universities, and civic groups.

• Patient & Caregiver Liaisons Help gather stories and identify needs.

• Business Outreach Volunteers Build relationships with hemp shops, CBD stores, and future licensees.

5. Events & Logistics

• Event Planners Assist with organizing rallies, panels, and educational workshops.

• Setup / Breakdown Teams Support physical event logistics.

• Registration & Check‑In Volunteers Welcome attendees and manage sign‑ins.

6. Administrative & Technical Support

• Website Helpers Assist with updates, content uploads, and troubleshooting.

• CRM / Database Volunteers Help maintain contact lists and volunteer records.

• Email & Newsletter Support Assist with MailerLite or other platforms.

7. Fundraising & Sponsorship

• Grant Researchers Identify funding opportunities.

• Sponsorship Outreach Connect with aligned businesses and organizations.

• Donor Relations Support Help with thank‑you notes and follow‑up communication.