Is this tacky to put this on my resume?

Question

I am organizing a fundraiser to help my cousin who might be terminally ill. Is this tacky to add this experience, or succsess to your resume? How about if it is for a family member? How would you list it on the resume?

Answer 1

yes its tacky

Answer 2

"experienced in fundraising"--organized need-based fundraiser for resident of my community.
End of story. The only tacky part about it would be the interviewer saying "oh who was it?"

My company is very interested in employees that are active in the community. If you've lifted your finger and made one cold call to a business to donate goods or services, that shows you have the ability to speak professionally, be persuasive, market your cause and come to a successful conclusion.

And I hope your Cuz is ok, life sucks sometimes.

Answer 3

Leave off your relationship affiliation but I think it's something good to include on a resume as it involves a lot of planning and organization. You can always explain further in an interview. List it under Activities.

Answer 4

Ya thats tacky. Especially saying "they might be terminally ill."

You can just put something about putting together a fundraiser for medical help.

Answer 5

it's fine and could do you some good if it has anything to do with the job you are looking for.
Just leave out the "terminally ill cousin" part.
Just say something like...."was successful in organizing fundraiser. Earning $$XX for local cause/charity...."

Answer 6

Tacky. Please just state the facts on your resume. Previous job experience and skills. And don't use any cute fonts or weird fancy paper. Make sure your on-line resume opens up professionally too.

I hope your cousin comes through her struggle ok.

Answer 7

Depends on the job, if it requires planning, organization, and leadership, then I would say yes.

On your resume I would make it as impersonal as possible. State that you planned and organized a fundraiser with details of your accomplishments and goals.

Answer 8

I would definitely list it on my resume( in the outside interest part.not in the past job history part.) when you interview it allows you a chance to talk about yourself. Just dont get mushy. Remain professional and sincere.

Answer 9

It all depends who you are trying to work for. Nowadays big companies are also becoming involved in the comunities. Look in their websites in the about us, or call the site and ask what they are dong to help their immediate community. You might be surprised.
If they are big getting involved, you are in luck. A plus: shows initiative, motivation, use of resources and organization on your part to have this sort of experience, skills appreciated in any workplace.

Answer 10

do no longer upload a photo. you don't desire a plausible company to have preconceived notions about you, previous to the time that you've an interview. in my view, If I received a resume with a photo connected, I trash it without delay.

Answer 11

i would mention it only if it was huge...i.e. generated lots of money, took a lot of coordination of activities/people, and got non-family/friends to donate. as far as a category...write it after ur employment history section. ...depending on if u have other non-work-releated activities, maybe categorize it as "Miscellaneous Activities," "Fundraisers," or "Community Activities." don't dwell too much on why it was organized...i wouldn't mention your cousin...u must focus on your involvement.