Foundation Game Day Fundraising Representative

Foundation Game Day Fundraising Representative

• Organization: Florida Panthers Foundation
• Department: Florida Panthers Foundation
• Reports To: Foundation Coordinator
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly)
• Employment Type: Part-Time, Event-Based
• Location: Amerant Bank Arena, Sunrise, FL — On-Site
• Schedule: Must be available for 70% of Florida Panthers home games; call time is 1.5 hours prior to puck drop; primarily evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays

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About the Florida Panthers Foundation

The Florida Panthers Foundation serves as the team's main charitable beneficiary, focused on making a positive philanthropic impact on the South Florida community and beyond. Through partnerships, grants, and community programs, the Foundation supports four priority areas: youth hockey, health and education initiatives for children, veterans' issues, and the endangered Florida panther. The Foundation raises money through various in-game and community initiatives including the 50/50 Raffle, jersey and memorabilia auctions, and other fan engagement opportunities.

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Job Summary

The Florida Panthers Foundation is looking for high-energy, motivated individuals to join our part-time staff for the 2026-27 season. As a member of the Foundation team, staff will serve as a primary seller for the Foundation's 50/50 Raffle program and support the execution of Foundation events and initiatives throughout the season.

The 50/50 Raffle is conducted at each Florida Panthers home game — 50% of the game's jackpot goes to the winner and the other 50% goes to the Florida Panthers Foundation to support community programs and charitable initiatives. In addition to raffle sales, staff will assist with a variety of Foundation events and activations throughout the year.

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Responsibilities

• Facilitate raffle ticket transactions via electronic handheld device to fans pre-game and through the end of the second intermission
• Educate fans and answer questions about the Florida Panthers Foundation and the 50/50 Raffle program
• Accurately handle the sale and distribution of tickets, following all program requirements
• Process credit-only sales and troubleshoot technology issues with 50/50 devices as needed
• Assist with the execution of Florida Panthers Foundation events and initiatives throughout the season, including event setup, guest services, and general operational support
• Assist with and promote other Foundation fundraising initiatives including auctions, merchandise sales, and Foundation events
• Must be able to walk long distances, climb up/down arena stairs, and stand for extended periods to sell raffle tickets and assist with events
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required, assigned, or requested

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Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must be able to provide own means of transportation
• Prior experience handling credit card transaction devices preferred
• Strong sales and verbal communication skills
• Ability to interact positively with a large fan base; comfortable approaching people and requesting donations in front of crowds
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Flexible schedule with availability to work 70% of Panthers home games, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Outgoing personality with a passion for raising money for the Florida Panthers Foundation
• Sales experience is a bonus but not required

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Work Environment

This position works in an arena where the noise level is generally high, crowd traffic is heavy, and temperatures are variable — often cold. Lights are bright or dark with occasional exposure to pyrotechnics.

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Physical Demands

• Prolonged standing and walking, including navigating long distances and climbing up/down arena stairs
• Balancing on narrow, slippery, or moving surfaces
• Kneeling, crouching, and bending as needed
• Must be able to communicate clearly through talking and hearing at normal speaking levels

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Position Type / Expected Hours of Work

This is a part-time, event-based position. Hours of work are based on the event schedule and are primarily evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays. Foundation Game Day Fundraising Representatives work approximately 4 hours per Florida Panthers home game.