Fashion Designer (Volunteer) Job at Mentor A Promise in New York

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Fashion Designer (Volunteer)

Organization Mentor A Promise (MAP)

Location Remote (with potential NYC-based collaboration)

Type Volunteer

About Mentor A Promise

Mentor A Promise (MAP) is a youth-centered nonprofit dedicated to supporting students ages 5–18 experiencing housing instability in New York City. Through mentorship, social-emotional learning, academic enrichment, and creative expression, we create safe, consistent, and empowering spaces for young people to grow, thrive, and succeed. We believe every child deserves a promise kept — and we work every day to make that promise real.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Volunteer Fashion Designer to support the creative development of MAP’s fashion initiative, Thread & Promise — a mission-driven apparel and merchandise project. This role will help design clothing and accessories that reflect MAP’s values, raise awareness, and generate support for our programs. The ideal candidate is both creative and socially conscious, with a passion for using design to tell stories and drive impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Design apparel, accessories, and merchandise under the Thread & Promise brand.
• Create sketches, mood boards, and technical design files.
• Collaborate with MAP’s creative, communications, and program teams on campaigns and initiatives.
• Research sustainable materials, ethical production methods, and mission-aligned vendors.
• Contribute creative ideas for merchandise lines, events, and fundraising campaigns.
• Ensure all designs reflect MAP’s brand voice of equity, empowerment, and hope.

Requirements

Preferred Skills

What You’ll Gain

How To Apply

Please send your resume, LinkedIn profile, and fashion design portfolio to hr@mentorapromise.org along with a brief statement of interest.

Help us design with purpose — every piece from Thread & Promise carries a story of mentorship, resilience, and hope.

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