Fundraising volunteer roles
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Make a real difference to children in Wales with a life-shortening condition by becoming a Fundraising Volunteer today!
As a Fundraising Volunteer you’ll assist with fundraising events and collections throughout the year, as and when you can.
You’ll engage with members of the public and use your knowledge of your local area to promote the work of Ty Hafan.
By becoming a fundraising volunteer, you'll help us raise essential funds for children with life-shortening conditions and their families.
Considerations:
Age requirement: 16 (If under 18 you will be required to provide parental permission)
Location: Throughout South/West Wales
Commitment: Flexible
Background checks: We will ask you to provide us with the details of two referees. A DBS check may be required for roles with more responsibility.
We welcome applications from individuals with disabilities and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments. Please let us know if you require any adjustments during the informal chat for this role.
Activities include:
• Take part in our bucket collections throughout the year in town/city centres, supermarkets, shopping centres and other venues. You'll be added to our mailing list and receive occasional emails throughout the year with information about upcoming volunteering opportunities. You can then register your interest when you see something that appeals to you
• Use your knowledge of your local area to place collection tins in your community, visiting the premises on a regular basis and count and bank the money on our behalf
• You will promote Ty Hafan fundraising events and campaigns in your community (for example Tea for Ty Hafan) and encourage others to register to hold their own tea party
•You will encourage local community groups and organisations to support and fundraise for Ty Hafan, using your existing networks and knowledge of your community
• You will work closely with the Regional Fundraiser to maximise all opportunities within your area
This role is purely voluntary and this arrangement is not a legally binding one or an employment contract.
Providing care and support is something we are only able to do because of the kindness and commitment of our wonderful staff, supporters and volunteers.
A Wales where every child with a life-shortening condition lives a fulfilling life, supported with the compassion and specialist care they need.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Make a real difference to children in Wales with a life-shortening condition by becoming a Fundraising Volunteer today!
As a Fundraising Volunteer you’ll assist with fundraising events and collections throughout the year, as and when you can.
You’ll engage with members of the public and use your knowledge of your local area to promote the work of Ty Hafan.
By becoming a fundraising volunteer, you'll help us raise essential funds for children with life-shortening conditions and their families.
Considerations:
Age requirement: 16 (If under 18 you will be required to provide parental permission)
Location: Throughout South/West Wales
Commitment: Flexible
Background checks: We will ask you to provide us with the details of two referees. A DBS check may be required for roles with more responsibility.
We welcome applications from individuals with disabilities and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments. Please let us know if you require any adjustments during the informal chat for this role.
Activities include:
• Take part in our bucket collections throughout the year in town/city centres, supermarkets, shopping centres and other venues. You'll be added to our mailing list and receive occasional emails throughout the year with information about upcoming volunteering opportunities. You can then register your interest when you see something that appeals to you
• Use your knowledge of your local area to place collection tins in your community, visiting the premises on a regular basis and count and bank the money on our behalf
• You will promote Ty Hafan fundraising events and campaigns in your community (for example Tea for Ty Hafan) and encourage others to register to hold their own tea party
•You will encourage local community groups and organisations to support and fundraise for Ty Hafan, using your existing networks and knowledge of your community
• You will work closely with the Regional Fundraiser to maximise all opportunities within your area
This role is purely voluntary and this arrangement is not a legally binding one or an employment contract.
Providing care and support is something we are only able to do because of the kindness and commitment of our wonderful staff, supporters and volunteers.
A Wales where every child with a life-shortening condition lives a fulfilling life, supported with the compassion and specialist care they need.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
At My Black Dog, we provide free, anonymous and judgement-free peer support for those struggling with their mental health. Our volunteers have been there, they’ve faced their own challenges and truly understand what it’s like. Through real conversations, we offer empathy, hope, and a safe space to be heard. No stigma, no pressure, just people who get it, ready to listen. We are now looking for someone with experience of fundraising to join our Trustee team.
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Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Make a real difference to children in Wales with a life-shortening condition by becoming a Fundraising Volunteer today!
As a Fundraising Volunteer you’ll assist with fundraising events and collections throughout the year, as and when you can.
You’ll engage with members of the public and use your knowledge of your local area to promote the work of Ty Hafan.
By becoming a fundraising volunteer, you'll help us raise essential funds for children with life-shortening conditions and their families.
Considerations:
Age requirement: 16 (If under 18 you will be required to provide parental permission)
Location: Throughout South/West Wales
Commitment: Flexible
Background checks: We will ask you to provide us with the details of two referees. A DBS check may be required for roles with more responsibility.
We welcome applications from individuals with disabilities and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments. Please let us know if you require any adjustments during the informal chat for this role.
Activities include:
• Take part in our bucket collections throughout the year in town/city centres, supermarkets, shopping centres and other venues. You'll be added to our mailing list and receive occasional emails throughout the year with information about upcoming volunteering opportunities. You can then register your interest when you see something that appeals to you
• Use your knowledge of your local area to place collection tins in your community, visiting the premises on a regular basis and count and bank the money on our behalf
• You will promote Ty Hafan fundraising events and campaigns in your community (for example Tea for Ty Hafan) and encourage others to register to hold their own tea party
•You will encourage local community groups and organisations to support and fundraise for Ty Hafan, using your existing networks and knowledge of your community
• You will work closely with the Regional Fundraiser to maximise all opportunities within your area
This role is purely voluntary and this arrangement is not a legally binding one or an employment contract.
A Wales where every child with a life-shortening condition lives a fulfilling life, supported with the compassion and specialist care they need.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Intelligent, influential, and focused Trustee wanted for game-changing yet embracing charity
A powerful campaigning organisation, Brain Tumour Research is the leading voice of the brain tumour community in
the UK. Unique and much needed, we are the only national charity focused on finding a cure for all types of brain
tumours. Our work focuses on campaigning to increase the national investment in research into brain tumours to
£35 million per year, while fundraising to create a network of seven sustainable Brain Tumour Research Centres of
Excellence, across the UK.
Brain tumours kill more children and adults under the age of 40 than any other cancer, yet just 1% of the national
spend on cancer research has been allocated to this devastating disease since records began in 2002. All of us at
Brain Tumour Research are passionate about finding a cure for this devastating disease.
About the role
We are looking to strengthen and complement our Board of Trustees with the addition of Trustees with experience
in charitable fundraising / income generation and campaigning and policy.
As a member of the Board of Trustees you will play a key role in ensuring sustainable growth of the charity,
contributing to overall strategic direction and providing scrutiny to our processes and decisions as well as ensuring
standards of governance are upheld.
This role is pro-bono with Board meetings held in person four times a year in Milton Keynes and Sub-Committees
held three to four times a year online. You will attend the annual Board away day in person and join one or more
sub-committees. Trustees are given the opportunity to work together through participation at our annual research
workshops as well as receptions at our Research Centres and parliamentary events and undertake structured
learning and development.
Appointment is for a 3-year term with the potential to serve 2 additional terms.
The Skills and Experience we are looking for
The ideal person will have a background at board or senior leadership level and will have significant experience in
raising charitable income and/or campaigning and policy, ideally in the charity sector. You will be an effective
communicator and be able to think creatively and strategically and work collaboratively with Board members, the
Leadership team and key partners.
Closing Date: 8th August
We are looking for people who share our passion for finding a cure for brain tumours and who have the skills and
experience to make a difference. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, genders,
sexual orientations, abilities, and ages. We believe that diversity enriches our organisation and helps us achieve our mission. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone can be
themselves and contribute to our vision.
To find a cure for all types of brain tumours To increase the UK investment in brain tumour research

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A bit about this role
As a charity we are able to help thousands of cats each year thanks to the generous donations we receive from members of the public. Our fundraising volunteers use their passion for cats and people to raise the vital funds needed to help more cats and kittens in need. As a fundraising volunteer we want to support you to fundraise in whatever way suits you best – whether that’s organising a fundraising event, fundraising online, promoting fundraising activities on social media, completing administration or supporting the development of new fundraising ideas! Whatever your skill set, this could be the role for you!
What can you expect to be doing?
This is a really flexible role – you can choose what you’d like to get involved with:
- Face-to-face fundraising – organising or helping with fundraising events, running supermarket collections and fundraising stands, monitoring collection tins
- Online fundraising – setting up online appeals, increasing social media engagement to maximise funds raised
- Marketing – spreading the word about our fundraising activities, for example on social media and with the local press
- Completing administration – processing donations, sorting and recording donated goods, completing Gift Aid paperwork
- Championing our work – getting involved with developing new fundraising ideas and increasing community engagement
What are the benefits to you and the cats?
You will develop new skills, expand your knowledge and make a significant contribution to improving the lives of cats and kittens by helping raise vital funds through fundraising activities. You will also meet new people, make new friends and be part of a dedicated group of volunteers. Whether you’d rather be out and about, or volunteering from your own home, there are so many ways to fundraise.
We’re looking for someone with
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Willingness to be part of a team
- Good organisational skills
- Flexible approach
- Knowledge of local community networks (would be an advantage)
Time expectation
This is a flexible role that can fit around your other commitments. You’ll be part of a team all working together to raise vital funds while having fun in the process!
Support, guidance and keeping you safe
At Cats Protection we believe our volunteers should be happy and confident in their roles. We provide support and guidance from our National Cat Centre and through our regional and local volunteer groups and teams. We offer engaging online and face-to-face training, expenses and have policies and processes to help volunteers get the most out of their time with us.
The wellbeing of our people is important and at Cats Protection we are committed to safeguarding children, adults at risk and all those that we come into contact with as part of our activities.
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats


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Exciting Fundraising Opportunity.
We are looking for an enthusastic Fundraiser to join our small and ambitious team who is passoniate about supporting children and young people with disabilities. The purpose of the role is to increase our income streams with the initial focus on Grant Applications. This role will play a key part in achieving our Vision where disabled children and young adults along with their families can together enjoy a rewarding life, which is fun,beneficial and above all fulfilling.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
A bit about this role
As a charity we are able to help thousands of cats each year thanks to the generous donations we receive from members of the public. Our fundraising volunteers use their passion for cats and people to raise the vital funds needed to help more cats and kittens in need. As a fundraising volunteer we want to support you to fundraise in whatever way suits you best – whether that’s organising a fundraising event, fundraising online, promoting fundraising activities on social media, completing administration or supporting the development of new fundraising ideas! Whatever your skill set, this could be the role for you!
What can you expect to be doing?
This is a really flexible role – you can choose what you’d like to get involved with:
- Face-to-face fundraising – organising or helping with fundraising events, running supermarket collections and fundraising stands, monitoring collection tins
- Online fundraising – setting up online appeals, increasing social media engagement to maximise funds raised
- Marketing – spreading the word about our fundraising activities, for example on social media and with the local press
- Completing administration – processing donations, sorting and recording donated goods, completing Gift Aid paperwork
- Championing our work – getting involved with developing new fundraising ideas and increasing community engagement
What are the benefits to you and the cats?
You will develop new skills, expand your knowledge and make a significant contribution to improving the lives of cats and kittens by helping raise vital funds through fundraising activities. You will also meet new people, make new friends and be part of a dedicated group of volunteers. Whether you’d rather be out and about, or volunteering from your own home, there are so many ways to fundraise.
We’re looking for someone with
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Willingness to be part of a team
- Good organisational skills
- Flexible approach
- Knowledge of local community networks (would be an advantage)
Time expectation
This is a flexible role that can fit around your other commitments. You’ll be part of a team all working together to raise vital funds while having fun in the process!
Support, guidance and keeping you safe
At Cats Protection we believe our volunteers should be happy and confident in their roles. We provide support and guidance from our National Cat Centre and through our regional and local volunteer groups and teams. We offer engaging online and face-to-face training, expenses and have policies and processes to help volunteers get the most out of their time with us.
The wellbeing of our people is important and at Cats Protection we are committed to safeguarding children, adults at risk and all those that we come into contact with as part of our activities.
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We have an exciting opportunity for supporters of Bath Cats & Dogs Home who may not be able to commit to a weekly volunteer slot to get involved in events throughout the year. This varied role offers you the chance to experience different volunteering positions, ranging from street collections and in-store fundraising drives to large events including the Bath Half Marathon and our annual Wag Walk. Each of these events are equally important to raising vital funds for the Home as well as raising our profile in the community.
About the Role
Volunteering at events offers you the opportunity to meet other volunteers and learn about how you each support the Home. Events volunteering can demonstrate how Bath Cats & Dogs Home has touched so many people's lives. You will meet former residents of Bath Cats & Dogs Home at Wag Walk and hear about their adoption journey, as well hearing from runners at the Bath Half why they are fundraising for us. If you have a relaxed dog that likes meeting people, you are welcome to bring them along with you to street collections and fundraising drives as this is always a conversation starter!
Booked events for 2025:
- Street collections in Bath
- Fundraising drives at Pets at Home's Bath and Trowbridge stores
Most events take place during the day on weekends, with the exception of Pets at Home's Santa Paws fundraising drive, which includes some weekdays.
About You
If you have a love for animals, are outgoing and enjoy meeting new people, this may be the volunteering role for you! You will need to be confident and have an approachable nature as you will be speaking with members of the public about the work that we do. At street collections, the Bath Half Marathon and Wag Walk, you may be required to stand for over an hour at a time, which should be considered upon application.
All volunteers are required to complete online Health & Safety training prior to their start date. Due to insurance restrictions, all volunteers must be over the age of 18.
Through advice and support in the community, to rescue, rehabilitation and rehoming at our centre, we positively transform the lives of pets.
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Fundraising volunteer
Our vision for volunteering
Volunteering is and always will be at the heart of Cats Protection. It is joyful and inclusive. As a charity, working in partnership, together we transform the lives of cats, people and communities.
The difference you will make to cats and people
As a charity we are able to help thousands of cats each year thanks to the generous donations we receive from members of the public. Our fundraising volunteers use their passion for cats and people to raise the vital funds needed to help more cats and kittens in need. As a fundraising volunteer we want to support you to fundraise in whatever way suits you best, whether that’s organising a fundraising event, fundraising online, promoting fundraising activities on social media, completing administration or supporting the development of new fundraising ideas! Whatever your skill set, this could be the role for you!
You can expect us to
- Make you feel welcome, included and respected in line with our values and behaviours
- Support you in having a positive and impactful experience at Cats Protection
- Cover agreed out-of-pocket expenses in line with our Expenses Policy
- Provide you with access to learning, development and engagement opportunities
What we need from you
This is a really flexible role, you can choose what you’d like to get involved with, for example:
- face-to-face fundraising. Organising or helping with fundraising events, running supermarket collections and fundraising stands, monitoring collection tins
- online fundraising. Setting up online appeals and writing impactful cat case studies that maximise donations
- marketing. Spreading the word about our fundraising activities, for example on social media and with the local press
- completing administration. Processing donations, sorting and recording donated goods, completing Gift Aid paperwork
● championing our work. Getting involved with developing new fundraising ideas and increasing community engagement
● photography. Capturing images of cats in care, cats we are helping, events and all things Cats Protection
Time expectation
This is a flexible role that can fit around your other commitments to suit you. You’ll be part of a team raising vital funds while having fun in the process!
You may be just the volunteer we’ve been looking for!
We are committed to building a diverse, compassionate and inclusive organisation where everyone can be themselves and do their best. We are courageous and compassionate in our purpose of helping people see the world through cats’ eyes. Together, we can make a difference. Together, we are all for cats. Join the UK’s leading cat welfare charity and help make a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
Applicants will be required to complete an application for and provide two references.
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats


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Introduction
The Passage is establishing a new Special Events Fundraising Committee to support the Senior Events and Community Manager, with the primary goal of growing income from Special Events and attracting new supporters to The Passage.
Purpose of the Committee
- The purpose of the committee is to support The Passage’s Senior Events and Community Manager in delivering successful fundraising events that generate significant income and expand The Passage’s network of supporters. Specifically, the Committee will:
- Work collaboratively with the Senior Events and Community Manager to meet or exceed fundraising goals through special events.
- Source exclusive, money-can’t-buy auction items and experiences to enhance the appeal and revenue of live and silent auctions.
- Leverage personal and professional networks to sell tickets and tables for events like A Little Night Music and the Sports Quiz.
- Introduce new supporters to The Passage through event participation.
- Explore and implement creative ways to promote The Passage’s events to a wider audience, increasing awareness and attendance.
- Utilise personal and professional networks to identify potential corporate sponsors.
- Leverage connections to bring celebrities or high-profile individuals to the event to increase its visibility and appeal.
- Assist in innovation of the Special events portfolio.
Desired skills & expertise
- Sales and Business Development experience
- Marketing and Comms skills
- Knowledge of fundraising
- Networking and relationship building
- Creativity and innovation
- Entertaiment or sports industry connections
- Committed to the values of The Passage
How to apply
Please submit a short covering letter outlining your motivation and suitability for joining the committee and link to your LinkedIn / a very brief employment history to Martina Tamburrino, People Services & Volunteers Partner.
We are also able to arrange an informal discussion with Emma Noble, Director of Income Generation & Communications and Rachel Fenton, Senior Events & Community Manager.
Above all we are looking for inspiring and committed individuals who have a genuine desire to support people, and to help them to rebuild their lives.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Brave Core Counselling is a values-driven counselling service offering inclusive, trauma-informed support for individuals navigating life's challenges. We are a small, heart-centred organisation committed to promoting emotional wellbeing and mental health awareness.
We are currently seeking a passionate and proactive Volunteer Director of Fundraising to help secure essential funding through grant writing and creative fundraising strategies. This role is key to helping us sustain and expand our therapeutic services.
Responsibilities
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Research and identify suitable grant opportunities, trust funds, and community funding streams.
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Write compelling, values-aligned funding proposals and grant applications.
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Develop and implement a fundraising strategy aligned with Brave Core’s mission and goals.
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Build relationships with potential funders, sponsors, and supporters.
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Explore and implement other fundraising avenues (e.g. crowdfunding campaigns, donor outreach).
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Keep accurate records of applications submitted and track outcomes.
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Stay informed about developments in the mental health charity funding landscape.
Requirements
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Experience in fundraising, bid writing, or grant applications is highly desirable, but not essential—we welcome motivated learners.
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Strong writing and research skills with attention to clarity, tone, and impact.
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Organised, self-motivated, and able to manage deadlines effectively.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative, mission-driven team.
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Alignment with Brave Core’s values of compassion, inclusivity, and integrity.
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A genuine interest in mental health, counselling, or community-based support work.
Benefits
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Gain valuable experience in nonprofit fundraising and strategy.
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Be part of a supportive and purpose-led organisation.
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Contribute to making mental health support more accessible and sustainable.
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Receive mentorship and a reference for your contribution.
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Work remotely and flexibly.
Message from our Chair
''The Happy Baby Community is seeking a fundraising professional with expertise in income generation, particularly individual giving and statutory funding, to join our Board of Trustees. Established in 2014 and registered as a charity in 2019, the Happy Baby Community works across London supporting over 2,500 women who have fled trafficking and violence. We provide a safe and trusted space for new and pregnant mothers and their children to thrive through professional and practical services, training, and education. As we continue to extend our reach and develop our community model, sustainable income generation is critical to our mission. We are looking for an experienced fundraiser who can help us diversify our funding streams, build relationships with statutory funders, and develop our individual giving program to ensure we can continue supporting vulnerable women and their children. We are fundamentally committed to a user-led decision-making model and have done much over recent years to help our community members become involved in ongoing dialogue around governance. This is an opportunity to contribute to an organization that empowers a talented and committed group of women - benefiting them, their children, and the women who will join us in the future.
The Role
We are looking for a fundraising professional to join our Board and take up the following strategic responsibilities:
• Supporting our income generation strategy with a focus on sustainability
• Providing expertise on individual giving programs and donor development
• Advising on approaches to statutory funding opportunities (local authority, central government, NHS)
• Supporting the development of compelling cases for support aligned with our mission
• Helping establish robust fundraising governance and compliance frameworks
• Contributing to evolution of our impact measurement to strengthen funding applications
• Mentoring team members in fundraising approaches and best practices
• Contributing to overall governance and strategic development
Person Specification
We are looking for someone with significant experience in charity fundraising and income generation. Expertise in one or more of the following areas would be particularly valuable:
• Individual giving programs for medium-sized charities
• Statutory funding applications and relationship management
• Trust and foundation fundraising
• Major donor development
• Regular giving and membership programs
• Community fundraising initiatives
• Legacy giving campaigns
• Digital fundraising approaches
• Fundraising regulation and compliance
• Gift Aid optimization Experience working with refugee communities, trafficking survivors, or asylum seekers (either through lived experience, personally, or through paid/voluntary work) is desirable. Given the collaborative nature of our Board and our focus on leadership development, we are looking for someone who is a strong team player, value-driven, and an excellent communicator with the ability to explain fundraising concepts clearly to those without specialist knowledge.
Time Commitment and Location
• Board meetings take place in London 4 times a year during the day
• Fundraising committee meetings occur 4 times a year, ahead of every Board meeting
• Additional time for specific fundraising strategy development and review
• The Trustee role is not remunerated, but reasonable expenses are paid
Mentoring
Board members are encouraged to support one of the management team members in a mentoring capacity.
This role is designed to build charity fundraising skills and confidence among our community leaders. The mentoring usually takes the form of a regular check-in before Board meetings and any additional contact agreed by both parties. For a fundraising professional, this presents a valuable opportunity to share expertise and empower community members with sustainable income generation skills.
Our Commitment to Diversity
We are committed to increasing the diversity of our Board so that it better represents the community we serve. We recognize the value of lived experience and welcome applications from all backgrounds, particularly those currently underrepresented in our governance structure.
Expression of Interest
Applications should include a CV along with a short (no more than 2-page) and a short expression of interest covering:
• Your experience in charity fundraising, specifically with individual giving and statutory funding
• Your approach to sustainable income generation for medium-sized charities
• How your skills would strengthen our funding strategy and financial sustainability
• Your commitment to supporting the development of our community of mothers
Our Chair, along with one of our Management Committee community members, will liaise with applicants and conduct interviews. References and a DBS check will be required prior to appointment.
"All women and their children have an equal right to thrive and feel valued." summary of the role, what success in the position looks like, and how this role fits into the organization overall.
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Join Candlelighters as a Fundraising & Events Office Volunteer!
Are you looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families affected by childhood cancer? We invite you to be part of our team!
As a Fundraising & Events Volunteer, you will support the team during an exciting phase as we aim to increase income and enhance our services for families. You will support corporate fundraising efforts, ensuring local businesses have an excellent experience supporting Candlelighters.
You will also play a key role in organising our Business Collaboration Events—fun, networking-focused gatherings that bring together current and potential supporters to foster collaboration.
Location: 8 Woodhouse Square, Leeds, LS3 1AD
Time commitment: 1 day per week (flexible)
Key Activities
General Fundraising
- Research potential new business partnerships.
- Approach businesses to explore partnerships with Candlelighters.
- Support the team in managing our business club.
- Thank supporters through letters or emails.
- Respond to supporter inquiries via telephone and email.
- Update the supporter database.
- Approach businesses to secure raffle and auction prizes.
Business Collaboration Project Event
- Book venues and negotiate with suppliers to secure free support wherever possible.
- Secure sponsorships for the event.
- Manage event invitations, including design and distribution.
- Organise the event itinerary, including speakers, games, and networking activities.
- Communicate with guests in the lead-up to the event.
- Liaise with the Marketing team to develop promotional materials.
- Perform other administrative tasks to support the fundraising team.
We are looking for volunteers who are:
- Confident, friendly, and organised.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Reliable, proactive, and calm under pressure.
- Experience organising events is desirable.
This role is subject to a basic criminal record check, which is processed through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please note that a criminal record does not automatically disqualify you from this role. We assess each application on a case-by-case basis.
Support and Benefits
It’s vital that our volunteers feel rewarded for their amazing efforts so we want to match your goals, aspirations, availability and everything else with the right opportunity for you. Here are a few examples of what you will receive as a volunteer:
- Thorough induction & training to give you the confidence to perform your role well and to the best of your ability
- Opportunity to develop new and existing skills to help you beyond your involvement with Candlelighters
- Ongoing support from the Fundraising and HR teams
- Certain expenses to be reimbursed as agreed with your Volunteer Supervisor, in accordance with our Expenses policy
- Regular reviews with your Volunteer Supervisor to help you develop in your role
- Satisfaction in knowing you are making a valuable contribution to supporting children and families affected by childhood cancer
- We can be a reference once you’ve volunteered for three months
- Access to the mental health hotline
- Charity Worker Discount card
- Access to The Company Shop
We are recognised by Great Place To Work® on multiple Best Workplaces Lists in 2023 and 97% of our employees say Candlelighters is a great place to work!
We understand the impact of a childhood cancer diagnosis, and our mission is to bring light and hope to families facing childhood cancer in Yorkshire.




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Fundraising volunteer
Our vision for volunteering
Volunteering is and always will be at the heart of Cats Protection. It is joyful and inclusive. As a charity, working in partnership, together we transform the lives of cats, people and communities.
The difference you will make to cats and people
As a charity we are able to help thousands of cats each year thanks to the generous donations we receive from members of the public. Our fundraising volunteers use their passion for cats and people to raise the vital funds needed to help more cats and kittens in need. As a fundraising volunteer we want to support you to fundraise in whatever way suits you best, whether that’s organising a fundraising event, fundraising online, promoting fundraising activities on social media, completing administration or supporting the development of new fundraising ideas! Whatever your skill set, this could be the role for you!
You can expect us to
- Make you feel welcome, included and respected in line with our values and behaviours
- Support you in having a positive and impactful experience at Cats Protection
- Cover agreed out-of-pocket expenses in line with our Expenses Policy
- Provide you with access to learning, development and engagement opportunities
What we need from you
This is a really flexible role, you can choose what you’d like to get involved with, for example:
- face-to-face fundraising. Organising or helping with fundraising events, running supermarket collections and fundraising stands, monitoring collection tins
- online fundraising. Setting up online appeals and writing impactful cat case studies that maximise donations
- marketing. Spreading the word about our fundraising activities, for example on social media and with the local press
- completing administration. Processing donations, sorting and recording donated goods, completing Gift Aid paperwork
● championing our work. Getting involved with developing new fundraising ideas and increasing community engagement
● photography. Capturing images of cats in care, cats we are helping, events and all things Cats Protection
Time expectation
This is a flexible role that can fit around your other commitments to suit you. You’ll be part of a team raising vital funds while having fun in the process!
You may be just the volunteer we’ve been looking for!
We are committed to building a diverse, compassionate and inclusive organisation where everyone can be themselves and do their best. We are courageous and compassionate in our purpose of helping people see the world through cats’ eyes. Together, we can make a difference. Together, we are all for cats. Join the UK’s leading cat welfare charity and help make a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
Applicants will be asked to complete and application and provide details for two references
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats


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