Shaylee-Ann Darnell
Sierra Vista,AZ
Summary
Passionate Volunteer with experience in various types of outreach initiatives. Energetic individual with compassionate nature and drive to serve local community. Offers in-depth knowledge of community resources and energy to tackle challenging demands.
Compassionate volunteer with significant experience in community outreach, fundraising, and event planning. Strong ability to collaborate with diverse groups, fostering positive relationships and promoting inclusive environments. Skilled in problem-solving, communication, and leadership with a record of driving successful initiatives to support underserved populations. Impactful contributions made towards improving community welfare through active involvement and dedication to service goals.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2026
2026
years of post-secondary education
Work History
VFW Volunteer
VFW
Sierra Vista, AZ
01.2026 - Current
- Assisted veterans with paperwork and resource navigation.
- Organized community events to promote veteran services and engagement.
- Provided support during fundraising activities for local veteran programs.
- Collaborated with team members to distribute resources effectively.
- Maintained a welcoming environment for veterans and their families.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance volunteer skills and knowledge.
- Engaged in outreach efforts to connect with local veterans in need.
- Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within appropriate timeframe.
- Collaborated with other volunteers to create a positive work environment.
- Helped with prep, set up, and breakdown of community and public events.
- Offered support and assistance to community members.
- Provided guidance and support to fellow volunteers during their shifts.
Animal Caretaker Volunteer
Private Client
Sierra Vista, AZ
10.2025 - 11.2025
- Assisted with daily feeding and care routines for various animals.
- Cleaned animal habitats to maintain a safe and sanitary environment.
- Monitored animal behavior and reported any concerns to the owner.
- Engaged in socialization activities to improve animal behavior and comfort.
- Collaborated with the owner on grooming tasks for different breeds.
- Provided companionship and attention to enhance animal well-being.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed when handling animals or interacting with visitors.
- Performed basic grooming tasks such as brushing fur, clipping nails and cleaning ears.
- Provided emotional support to animals by playing with them and providing comfort when needed.
- Assisted in the daily care of animals, including feeding, watering and exercising them.
- Walked animals in assigned area to complete daily enrichment.
- Assisted with bathing and brushing to keep animals clean, attractive and comfortable.
- Provided exercise and playtime for animals to promote health and well-being.
- Assisted with grooming tasks such as bathing, brushing, and nail trimming.
Fun Fair Volunteer
4-h Youth Development Organization
Nashville, Indiana
09.2021 - 11.2021
- Set up booths and equipment for fun fair attractions and games.
- Assisted in organizing activities and events for community engagement.
- Engaged with children and families to promote participation in activities.
- Collaborated with team members to create a welcoming atmosphere for attendees.
- Managed supplies and materials needed for various fun fair stations.
- Provided information and support to parents regarding event schedules and activities.
- Helped clean up the venue after events, ensuring a tidy environment for future use.
- Organized and set up booths, tents, tables and chairs for the fun fair.
- Stocked concession stands with food items as needed throughout the day.
- Ensured that all equipment was returned to its proper location following the event.
- Greeted visitors to the fun fair with a friendly smile.
- Managed crowd control during peak attendance periods.
- Offered assistance to disabled or elderly patrons who needed help navigating through the fairgrounds.
- Performed general maintenance tasks such as sweeping floors, emptying trash cans.
- Cleaned up after each activity was completed.
- Assisted with setup of food stands including condiment station preparation.
- Set up and took down chairs and tables.
- Sold and served refreshments to customers, maintained sufficient inventory throughout business hours and restocked low supplies in both employee and customer areas.
- Sold tickets and collected additional fees from customers for special services.
- Handed out fliers and announced information to patrons to generate interest in new attractions and rides.
Education
Buena High School
Sierra Vista, AZSkills
- Community outreach
- Event organization
- Volunteer coordination
- Resource navigation
- Animal care
- Team collaboration
- Customer engagement
- Problem resolution
- Fundraising
- Public relations
- Adaptability and dependability
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Community engagement
- Food distribution
- Community service
- Volunteer recruitment
- Friendly and outgoing
- Flexible schedule
- Fundraising events
- Public speaking
- Positive attitude
- Problem-solving
- Empathy and patience
Timeline
VFW Volunteer
VFW
01.2026 - Current
Animal Caretaker Volunteer
Private Client
10.2025 - 11.2025
Fun Fair Volunteer
4-h Youth Development Organization
09.2021 - 11.2021
Buena High School