Fundraising Events Volunteer Volunteer Roles
Fundraising Volunteer - Events
We're looking for friendly and enthusiastic people to support us at fundraising events throughout the UK.
Blesma, The Limbless Veterans is the national charity and membership association for limbless serving and ex-service men and women and their dependants.
We help all wounded servicemen and women who have lost limbs, the use of limbs or eyes, to rebuild their lives by providing rehabilitation activities and welfare support.
We are looking for Volunteers to help the Fundraising Team at in person fundraising and awareness raising events throughout the UK. We’re a small and friendly team, operating at a regional and national level. We organise Blesma events and collections, attend third party events and support fundraisers doing their own events.
By volunteering with us, you will have the opportunity to gain first-hand experience of volunteering for a charity and will contribute to our work supporting injured veterans and their families.
Location: Multiple, throughout UK
We look forward to hearing from you.
Thank you for your interest in Blesma, The Limbless Veterans
We are looking for volunteers to join our cheer squad, and support everyone who is taking part in 2024 RideLondon-Essex to stop MS.
As part of our cheer squad, you'll be based at our cheer point in East London. You will help to create a great atmosphere to give our cyclists the boost they need to cross the finish line!
This role is only required on Sunday 26 May 2024 for one day. There are no specific skills required, just your enthusiasm! We will provide an MS Society t-shirt and cheering materials on the day to help you make lots of noise.
We are looking for a team of incredible volunteers to join us at our Round the Harbours bike ride event.
The new event will have around 300 participants who will be cycling around the picturesque seaside towns of Havant, Southsea, Fareham and Gosport and can choose either the 32 or 54 miles route.
Together these cyclists will be hoping to raise over £30,000 for the MS Society to help support the MS Community.
Event Date – Saturday 6th July
Event start – 8am Registration / 9am ride starts
Volunteer timings – 7:30 – 17:00 (all day)
– 7:30 – 12:00pm or 12:00pm – 17:00pm (half days)
There are various roles available on the day from making some noise and encouraging our cyclists, to looking after the route and handing out medals at the finish.
Join our team of volunteers and support everyone who is cycling to stop MS.
This role is only required on 6th July 2024 for one day and there are various times throughout the day. Shifts will be from 2-6 hours depending on role and location.
There are no specific skills required just enthusiasm and a can-do attitude.’
Closing date: 1st July 2024
We are looking for volunteers to join our cheer squad, and support everyone who is taking part in the 2024 Royal Parks Half Marathon to stop MS.
As part of our cheer squad, you'll be based at our cheer point in Central London. You will help to create a great atmosphere to give our runners the boost they need to cross the finish line!
This role is only required on Sunday 13 October 2024 for one day. There are no specific skills required, just your enthusiasm! We will provide an MS Society t-shirt and cheering materials on the day to help you make lots of noise.
Fundraising Volunteer – Office based
We're looking for a friendly and enthusiastic person to support the Fundraising Team
Blesma, The Limbless Veterans is the national charity and membership association for limbless serving and ex-service men and women and their dependants.
We help all wounded servicemen and women who have lost limbs, the use of limbs or eyes, to rebuild their lives by providing rehabilitation activities and welfare support.
We are looking for a Volunteer to help the Fundraising Team with office tasks. You will be providing practical, administrative and research support across the team. We’re a small and friendly team operating at a national level. Your work will help provide excellent donor care to our supporters, as well as assisting with the smooth running of our office and fundraising activities.
By volunteering with us, you will have the opportunity to gain first-hand experience of volunteering for a charity and will contribute to our work supporting injured veterans and their families.
Application process
Please send a covering letter of no more than 500 words explaining why you’re interested in the role, outlining any relevant skills and experience.
If your application is successful, we will contact you and invite you to a brief interview (this could be online or in person)
We look forward to hearing from you.
Thank you for your interest in Blesma, The Limbless Veterans
Across the UK, our 270 local groups play a vital part in supporting people affected by MS. They provide sense of belonging, unity and friendship. And they deliver services and support for their local MS community.
We are looking to recruit a Fundraising Volunteer for the Sutton Coldfield and District Group. As our Fundraising Volunteer you’ll support your Group Coordinator to organise local fundraising activities and events throughout the year.
In this role you’ll be able to develop your organisation, communication and team working skills.Most importantly you’ll inspire your local community to raise funds that help make sure no one has to face MS alone.
Time Commitment
We estimate this role will need around 2 hours a week. Our roles are flexible and aim to fit around you. Time commitments for this role may vary depending on your activities. This is an ongoing role.
This is a great opportunity to gain experience within a large charity and develop your existing skills and learn new ones. We need you to get involved and help make positive changes to the lives of people affected by MS.
About you
You’ll have an interest in the MS Society and the work that we do, as well as the enthusiasm to represent both us and our values locally. You will understand the needs of people affected by MS in your area and be sympathetic to the needs and motivations of volunteers. You’ll be confident using Microsoft Office, the internet and email. You’ll be able to apply disability, equality and inclusion practices and understand and apply our risk management system. Ideally you’ll understand the local area and organisations that provide local services.
You will be reliable and easy to contact and you need to live in or near the area the group to carry out this role.
Apply
1. Read through the role description carefully
2. Please apply online
The MS Society is committed to promoting diversity. We can only offer roles to over 18s.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you looking for a Fundraising role that makes a real difference to a local charity? We are looking for volunteers to in support us in WR 9 - WR 14 postcode.
At Acorns we provide care and support for life limited or life threatened children and their families. We are a charity, and our fundraising is vital to enable us to continue providing care and support to the children: it costs around £10 million a year to run our care services.
Being a Fundraising Volunteer is an exciting and varied role that helps us to raise money for the children and family we care for. There are opportunities to help at events - from marathons to our Fire and Ice walk, to Christmas markets. You could help with a tombola or raffle, set up and pack away, or simply cheer on participants. You could also stand in a location with a charity collection bucket, collecting change as people pass by or approach businesses to place a charity tin. Whether you choose to volunteer as an individual or bring your friends, family, or colleagues, all are welcome to #TeamAcorns!
How much time will it take?
Our fundraising happens throughout the year, so it’s up to you whether you join us for an hour at the beginning of an event, to a whole morning, afternoon, or evening. We have fundraising opportunities both on weekends and on weekdays.
Am I right for the role?
We’re looking for volunteers who are
Approachable and happy to raise awareness about Acorns
Versatile and willing to adapt and help out
Why volunteer at Acorns?
To help a local charity and make a different in your community
Connect with likeminded people and make new friends
Learn new skills to boost your CV
Opportunities to progress to other roles
Choice International is a non-profit organisation promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in the UK and overseas. It researches, develops and implements development projects for disabled people and other disadvantaged people in the UK and overseas.
We are seeking a Fundraising Volunteer to support with writing funding proposals, completing funding applications to trusts and foundations as well as contacting corporates for sponsorship for events and one-off projects. You will work form our office based in East London to support with raising funds for our events and organisation in the long term.
Your Key responsibilities will include:
- Assisting with researching and approaching corporate entities, national and international, for event sponsorships, partnerships, Charity of the Year partnerships, and donations from corporate foundations
- Assisting with writing and delivering compelling presentations and proposals for funding to trusts, foundations and other institutes
- Writing emails and speaking with potential partners over the phone about the work of Choice with the aim of securing funds for the organisation.
You will have the following skills and experience:
- A good level of written and oral communication
- Experience of writing funding proposals and working in fundraising would be an advantage
- Knowledge of corporate fundraising techniques including Charity of the Year, sponsorship, donations, marketing would be an advantage
- An ability to present and engage potential partners/sponsors in a compelling way
We are seeking a motivated and talented volunteer to support us in this role.
Working in a small team, you will be supporting Choice Directors, and will have responsibility for corporate, major donor and other fundraising. You will get involved with some of the largest grant funders in the UK, including the Big Lottery, Comic Relief, London Council and others.
The ideal candidate must have good written communication skills, with experience of writing funding proposals, as well as being motivated to develop a career in fundraising for a good cause.
Further, you should be able to work under your own initiative. We provide a wide array of training, development and guidance for our volunteers. Most importantly, you will have the opportunity to support development projects to improve the quality of life of marginalised people.If you are passionate about equality, diversity and international development and keen to gain valuable, hands-on experience, then we would like to hear from you.Please note that this is a voluntary, unpaid position, with a possibility of contributing to the cost of travel from your home to our office.
Please note due to the volume of applications we receive we are unable to respond to all applicants, hence only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Across the UK, our 270 local groups play a vital part in supporting people affected by MS. They provide sense of belonging, unity and friendship. And they deliver services and support for their local MS community.
We are looking to recruit a Fundraising Volunteer for the Lambeth and Southwark Group. As our Fundraising Volunteer you’ll support your Group Coordinator to organise local fundraising activities and events throughout the year.
In this role you’ll be able to develop your organisation, communication and team working skills.Most importantly you’ll inspire your local community to raise funds that help make sure no one has to face MS alone.
Time Commitment
We estimate this role will need around 2 hours a week. Our roles are flexible and aim to fit around you. Time commitments for this role may vary depending on your activities. This is an ongoing role.
This is a great opportunity to gain experience within a large charity and develop your existing skills and learn new ones. We need you to get involved and help make positive changes to the lives of people affected by MS.
About you
You’ll have an interest in the MS Society and the work that we do, as well as the enthusiasm to represent both us and our values locally. You will understand the needs of people affected by MS in your area and be sympathetic to the needs and motivations of volunteers. You’ll be confident using Microsoft Office, the internet and email. You’ll be able to apply disability, equality and inclusion practices and understand and apply our risk management system. Ideally you’ll understand the local area and organisations that provide local services.
You will be reliable and easy to contact and you need to live in or near the area the group to carry out this role.
Apply
1. Read through the role description carefully
2. Please apply online
The MS Society is committed to promoting diversity. We can only offer roles to over 18s.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Do you have a background in fundraising and a flair for persuasive writing? Are you looking for a purpose-driven role? Are you passionate about wildlife and nature?
Swan Lifeline is the oldest registered charity devoted entirely to the care of sick and injured swans in the Thames Valley and surrounding areas and has cared for over 30,000 sick and injured swans. We are based on the magical Island setting of Cuckoo Weir Island in Eton, Berkshire. Our board is currently facing the challenge of expanding our fundraising efforts to ensure we are able to continue to meet our mission and sustain our activities.
As Fundraising Manager (Volunteer), you will play a crucial role in securing funding that enables us to carry out our mission. You will gain valuable experience in the non -profit sector and contribute to the growth of a unique and valuable wildlife charity.
This is a volunteer position, we understand the importance of work-life balance and value your time. Your commitment can be tailored to fit your schedule. You’ll be working with a passionate and friendly group of trustees and while we all work hard, we learn lots and have fun doing it! This role involves engaging with donors, supporters, and the community to raise funds and increase awareness of our mission.
Please read the attachment for a person specification and Job description for more information.
Please send us A) a short cover letter detailing why you are interested in this role and additionally B) a CV detailing your relevant experience.
Interviews are informal and in person or on Zoom.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you looking for a Fundraising role that makes a real difference to a local charity? Could you volunteer and support Acorns in the GL1-GL6 area?
At Acorns we provide care and support for life limited or life threatened children and their families. We are a charity, and our fundraising is vital to enable us to continue providing care and support to the children: it costs around £10 million a year to run our care services.
Being a Fundraising Volunteer is an exciting and varied role that helps us to raise money for the children and family we care for. There are opportunities to help at events - from marathons to our Fire and Ice walk, to Christmas markets. You could help with a tombola or raffle, set up and pack away, or simply cheer on participants. You could also stand in a location with a charity collection bucket, collecting change as people pass by or approach businesses to place a charity tin. Whether you choose to volunteer as an individual or bring your friends, family, or colleagues, all are welcome to #TeamAcorns!
How much time will it take?
Our fundraising happens throughout the year, so it’s up to you whether you join us for an hour at the beginning of an event, to a whole morning, afternoon, or evening. We have fundraising opportunities both on weekends and on weekdays.
Am I right for the role?
We’re looking for volunteers who are
- Approachable and happy to raise awareness about Acorns
- Versatile and willing to adapt and help out
Why volunteer at Acorns?
- To help a local charity and make a different in your community
- Connect with likeminded people and make new friends
- Learn new skills to boost your CV
- Opportunities to progress to other roles
Using Anonymous Recruitment
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Have you got enthusiasm by the bucket load and people skills to spare?
As part of a fundraising team you could be involved in bucket collections, pub quizzes, and loads of other fundraising events. Every pound you raise will support our amazing volunteers to keep people safe at events nationwide. Along the way you’ll gain communication, listening and presentation skills, all the while being fully supported by the rest of your team and with flexible working.
Apply to learn more and have an informal interview with your local Community Fundraising Manager!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you looking for a Fundraising role that makes a real difference to a local charity? Could you support acorns and volunteer in the GL51-GL56 postcode area?
At Acorns we provide care and support for life limited or life threatened children and their families. We are a charity, and our fundraising is vital to enable us to continue providing care and support to the children: it costs around £10 million a year to run our care services.
Being a Fundraising Volunteer is an exciting and varied role that helps us to raise money for the children and family we care for. There are opportunities to help at events - from marathons to our Fire and Ice walk, to Christmas markets. You could help with a tombola or raffle, set up and pack away, or simply cheer on participants. You could also stand in a location with a charity collection bucket, collecting change as people pass by or approach businesses to place a charity tin. Whether you choose to volunteer as an individual or bring your friends, family, or colleagues, all are welcome to #TeamAcorns!
How much time will it take?
Our fundraising happens throughout the year, so it’s up to you whether you join us for an hour at the beginning of an event, to a whole morning, afternoon, or evening. We have fundraising opportunities both on weekends and on weekdays.
Am I right for the role?
We’re looking for volunteers who are
- Approachable and happy to raise awareness about Acorns
- Versatile and willing to adapt and help out
Why volunteer at Acorns?
- To help a local charity and make a different in your community
- Connect with likeminded people and make new friends
- Learn new skills to boost your CV
- Opportunities to progress to other roles
About the Role
Role type: Voluntary role, travel expenses reimbursed
Role level: Head of Department
Term: Three years, with possibility to be extended
Location: Remote, open to applicants resident in the United Kingdom, Channel Islands or the Isle of Man
Responsible for: Fundraising, Events and Comms Department
Accountable to: CEO
The purpose of your role is to lead the Fundraising, Events and Comms department, one of the Nightline Association’s seven departments. Each department contains a number of volunteer teams, each led by a Team Lead.
The Fundraising, Events, and Comms department is responsible for the charity’s income, events such as conferences and panel discussions, supporting training and marketing the organisation to potential funders, volunteers, students and higher education institutions. The purpose of each of the individual teams is outlined below:
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Comms and Marketing Team: responsible for developing and managing the Nightline Association brand, social media, and associated publicity strategies to increase awareness, understanding and consideration of our work, values and vision.
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Fundraising Team: responsible for managing and developing a sustainable fundraising strategy and growing Nightline Association’s annual income through trust, corporate, and community fundraising.
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Events Team: responsible for managing events within the Nightline Association, and collaborative events with Nightlines.
As a Head of Department, you will be supported by our CEO, who will act as your main point of contact and line manager. You will also have access to the support of our other staff and Heads of Department.
Activities and Responsibilities
Department Management
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Strategically direct your department, in order to keep its goals and priorities in line with the strategy and plans of the Association.
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Oversee and monitor the delivery of all department projects and activities, ensuring these are meeting the Association’s strategy, aims and plans.
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Approve documentation and products produced by your department.
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Line manage Team Leads in your department, including monthly one-to-one meetings.
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Support and supervise department volunteers to ensure they carry out their duties effectively by providing clear communication, support, motivation, facilitation, supervision and leadership.
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Assist with the recruitment of new volunteers within your department.
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Appoint temporary replacements for vacant volunteer roles in your department.
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Where necessary, apply the Association’s disciplinary procedures, seeking support if needed.
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Exhibit and promote effective team working.
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Directly contribute to projects as appropriate to support the volunteer teams.
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Keep abreast of developments in your department’s area of work in the charity context.
Communication
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Report on progress to the CEO and other Heads of Department, ensuring results are evaluated and evidenced.
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Communicate effectively and clearly with staff, volunteers, Trustees, Nightlines, and other Heads of Department with openness, respect and transparency.
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Build relationships and create links between departments and teams.
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Clearly set out the needs of your department at the charity management level.
Meetings & Events
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Organise and run online department meetings on a regular basis to discuss operational activities, plans and ensure oversight of department activity.
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Attend monthly online Heads of Department meetings to share ideas, information and tasks.
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Contribute to the planning and running of Association events and encourage volunteers to take part in these.
Governance & Accountability
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Attend a monthly one-to-one meeting with the CEO to update on progress, consider new projects, report risks, issues and budget requirements.
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Where possible, arrange and attend meetings of the Council at least once per year
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Provide verbal and written updates and reports as required.
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Set, implement and follow suitable policies & procedures within your department, in line with the Association’s wider policies, procedures and other governing documents.
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Authorise expenditure and expenses in line with your departmental budget and to the level agreed by the Trustees.
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Seek approval from the CEO, Trustees, a Trustee Committee or other departments/committees, when required.
Person Specification
Experience:
Essential
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Volunteer management and/or leadership
Desirable
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Project management
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Prior experience with a Nightline service and/or the Nightline Association
Competencies:
Essential
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Highly developed organisational, planning, and communication skills
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Lead, motivate, and work as part of a multidisciplinary team
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Self-motivated with effective time management skills and delegation
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Personable, supportive, and approachable
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Capable of remote working effectively
Desirable
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Prioritisation across workstreams or tasks
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Effective management of remote teams
Knowledge:
Essential
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Understanding of good practice in volunteer management
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Understanding of and commitment to the Association’s values and to supporting and developing the Nightline community
Desirable
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Knowledge of Nightline Association and an understanding of our work
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Awareness of remote working tactics and strategies
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Across the UK, our 270 local groups play a vital part in supporting people affected by MS. They provide sense of belonging, unity and friendship. And they deliver services and support for their local MS community.
We are looking to recruit a Fundraising Volunteer for the Birmingham Group. As our Fundraising Volunteer you’ll support your Group Coordinator to organise local fundraising activities and events throughout the year.
In this role you’ll be able to develop your organisation, communication and team working skills.Most importantly you’ll inspire your local community to raise funds that help make sure no one has to face MS alone.
Time Commitment
We estimate this role will need around 2 hours a week. Our roles are flexible and aim to fit around you. Time commitments for this role may vary depending on your activities. This is an ongoing role.
This is a great opportunity to gain experience within a large charity and develop your existing skills and learn new ones. We need you to get involved and help make positive changes to the lives of people affected by MS.
About you
You’ll have an interest in the MS Society and the work that we do, as well as the enthusiasm to represent both us and our values locally. You will understand the needs of people affected by MS in your area and be sympathetic to the needs and motivations of volunteers. You’ll be confident using Microsoft Office, the internet and email. You’ll be able to apply disability, equality and inclusion practices and understand and apply our risk management system. Ideally you’ll understand the local area and organisations that provide local services.
You will be reliable and easy to contact and you need to live in or near the area the group to carry out this role.
Apply
1. Read through the role description carefully
2. Please apply online
The MS Society is committed to promoting diversity. We can only offer roles to over 18s.