DONATE TODAY HOME ABOUT PROGRAMS TAKE ACTION EVENTS GOLD RIBBON CAMPAIGN PLANNED GIFTS CONTACT US JOIN OUR INTERNSHIP PROGRAM INTERN TESTIMONIAL "The confidence level in the work I do would not have developed as much as it did if I had not had the support of the program team at Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation. In unique ways, each staff offered support and advice to grow my skill set." — Yesenia Maldonaldo, UCSB CAPPS Intern Are you looking for an internship in Santa Barbara, CA? Internship opportunities bridge the gap between the educational and professional worlds, making it easier to transition from academic life into a career. At TBCF, we strive to provide a wonderful experience for our interns. Below are our current internship openings. YOUTH PHILANTHROPY & BUSINESS PARTNERSHIP INTERNSHIP Desired Dates: June 15th – September 30th ***We have filled this position for 2021. Please submit internship application if interested in applying for 2022. Youth Philanthropy: Partner with local youth in their pursuit to fundraise for TBCF Provide guidance and support as needed Fundraisers can be live or virtual, we encourage our youth to be creative and execute events that both excite and inspire them Beneficiary Events: Beneficiary events are fundraisers that are hosted by outside businesses/organizations that require staff time and promotion. These events vary in the staff “lift” from event to event and every one of them is unique Already scheduled benefit: Golf Tournament at Santa Maria Club (Friday, 8/27) Various other summer beneficiary events (TBD) Virtual Race: We will be using an app, Be The Good, to host a virtual race during the month of September Runners and walkers can complete their race anytime during the month of September and post pictures to their social media pages to show support of TBCF and pediatric cancer awareness month/ GRC The app platform will be sending out the race t-shirt, bibs, etc. and the racers will then reach out to their networks to fundraise Business Partnership Program Research & Outreach: Research businesses in Ventura and San Luis Obispo Counties with whom to engage and introduce ourselves Stay on the pulse of current events in which TBCF could potentially pursue a tabling opportunity One of our objectives in 2021 is to expand our footprint in both Ventura, North County and San Luis Obispo Gold Ribbon Campaign Outreach: Outreach to local business to get TBCF canisters placed in stores Request that businesses place a gold bow in the front of their store to communicate their support of TBCF and pediatric cancer awareness month Communicate to business’ the many ways they can host a fundraiser during the month of September Social Media: Help design social media posts according to TBCF brand guidelines Social posts will then be reviewed and posted by the Fund Development team Marketing, PR and Advertising: Assist in circulating press releases and collaborating with media contacts Advertising in various media outlets, working with graphic designer and delivering final ads to local publications GOLD RIBBON CAMPAIGN INTERNSHIP Desired Dates: June 7th - October 15th OR July 13th - October 15th ***We have filled this position for 2021. Please submit internship application if interested in applying for 2022. Assist with record keeping and documentation of auction items. Calling businesses to request consideration for donated good/services to be used as auction items Assisting with oversight of text-to-give platforms Assisting with mailings and assisting volunteers in setting up on line fundraising pages Strong computer skills are required An interest in learning more about non-profits and TBCF Organize and attend committee meetings > About Us > History > Contact Us > Get Involved > Volunteer > Donate > Employment > Board of Directors > Board Application > Events > 2020 Annual Report Mission Statement: Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation advocates for families living in Santa Barbara, Ventura, and San Luis Obispo counties that have a child with cancer by providing financial, educational, and emotional support. Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation 3892 State St., Ste. 220 | Santa Barbara, CA 93105 805.962.7466 Monday - Thursday 8:30AM - 5:30PM Friday 8:30AM - 1:00PM TBCF's Donor Privacy Policy | TBCF's 2018 Audited Financials © 2020 by Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation