Fundraising Volunteer Volunteer Roles in Belfast

Family Futures is seeking a dedicated Grants and Corporate Fundraising Volunteer to join our team.

Family Futures is a not for profit, independent adoption and fostering agency and a therapy centre in London, rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted in 2022 for the fourth consecutive time. We have a reputation for innovation and providing a gold standard service to children and families. It is an exciting time for Family Futures as we celebrate our 25th anniversary of helping families heal this year and develop our new strategy to drive forward our pioneering work into the future.

Family Futures provides an integrated interdisciplinary, assessment, treatment and family-finding service for children who are traumatised or have attachment difficulties. Our groundbreaking Neuro-physiological Psychotherapy (NPP) model takes a body-based and neuro-sequential approach to healing developmentally traumatised children and supporting their families and network. Our services extend to adoptive, foster, special guardian, and at risk families.

What you will be doing.

This volunteer role is within our Marketing and Communications team, working closely with the Marketing and Communications Manager and other roles across Family Futures, to achieve our fundraising targets, objectives and values. Our therapy, adoption and fostering services for children and families depend on our financial resilience.

By volunteering as a Funding and Grants Volunteer you will be helping us develop our fundraising strategy to ensure we have funds for projects which will improve our therapy space and better serve the community through enhanced services.

This is a rewarding opportunity to get involved in the ongoing development of Family Futures and to play an important role in helping generate income and build a pipeline of new funding opportunities to improve the mental health and outcomes of developmentally traumatised children.

Who is right for the role.

We are particularly looking for those who have some or all of the following qualities and experience:

• has a proven track record of successful trusts and foundations fundraising and knowledge of fundraising regulations.
• has effective communication and collaboration skills
• can build effective working relationships with others.
• is willing to keep proactively up to date with the external fundraising environment, identifying trends and opportunities.
• can understand the financial set up, budgets challenges and opportunities.

Please request an application pack to view full list of experience and skills desired for this role.

Duration commitment.

• Ideally committing to at least a year to provide consistency to the role and establish key relationships with funders and the local community.
• Commitment to being involved in a grant application/project from start to finish preferred.

What you will get out of it.

You'll get the opportunity to:

• spend time with like-minded people and make new friends.
• develop skills in fundraising, networking, and business engagement.
• raise money to help us improve the mental health and outcomes of developmentally traumatised children.

Family Futures will provide.

• Full induction to Family Futures and the role.
• Monthly supervision and support.
• Out of pocket expenses agreed in advance.
• Reference at the end of the volunteer placement.

We believe that embracing different perspectives enriches our agency’s culture and strengthens our ability to serve the children and families we work with. Therefore, we welcome applications from candidates from a wide range of lived experience and are actively recruiting people from the global majority, i.e. Black, Asian, dual heritage and minority ethnic groups as they are currently under-represented at our organisation.

Family Futures is a highly nurturing environment. We are an equal opportunities employer and committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We encourage applications from suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Family Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The organisation follows safer recruitment practices to protect children and adults at risk of harm and will require the successful applicant to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure.

We’re looking for an experienced fundraising volunteer to join our team – working with the Trustees and Programme Managers to identify possible funders and take the lead on writing and submitting grant applications on our behalf. 

In 2018/19 Big Leaf was reliant on two main funders for the majority of its income. In 2020 we grew our funding base, receiving funding from 10 trusts and organisations. But as demand for our services continues to grow and the number of displaced young people we’re supporting keeps increasing, we need to build and diversify our funding base further.

Our focus over the next year will be on securing multi-year core funding to build long-term sustainability and help us meet the growth in demand for our services. 

KEY TASKS

• Increase funds by researching and targeting charitable trusts whose criteria match Big Leaf Foundation’s aims.

• Lead on writing grant applications and providing follow-up reports to funders as required.

• Engage new donors while maintaining and developing relationships with existing donors.

• Work with our Partnerships, Governance & Admin Coordinator to ensure funding deadlines, reports

  and donor contact is recorded on our database and shared with the team.

• Provide regular feedback to the Trustees and core team on fundraising activities and opportunities.

• Liaise with other members of the Big Leaf team as needed to fulfil the role.

SKILLS

Essential

• Passion for the role and commitment to our aims and values.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, and the ability to ‘sell’ an idea.

• Previous experience of fundraising in the charity sector and/or at a community level.

• The ability to build and maintain relationships.

Please note: Recruitment is conducted in line with safe recruitment practices. Applicants for this role will not have regular, direct contact with our beneficiaries and therefore a DBS check is not required for this role. But all volunteers will be required to complete Safeguarding training as part of their induction and training.

• Highly motivated and pro-active.

• Good organisational and project management skills.

• Able to work as part of a team.

In Africa, 74.2% of over 1.4 billion people are below 35 years, with over 450 million people between 15 and 34 years. No doubt, this is an active age when most young people start dating and make the choice of a life partner. Most singles face the challenge of finding a compatible partner, while married couples battle personality incompatibility and irreconcilable differences, which hurt and ruin a once blissful relationship. Research revealed that victims of a negative relationship exhibit lower self-worth and confidence, and also experience self-doubt, helplessness, fear, anxiety, depression, insecurity, paranoia, and decreased motivation and productivity in the workplace.

Baddhia is helping people find compatible partners, create exciting moments, strengthen their intimacy, and build healthy lifelong romantic relationships.

FUNDRAISING

• Help us secure $5,000 in debt financing to fund our mobile app marketing campaign, driving user adoption and revenue generation within the United States.

• Volunteer 10 hours per week remotely

Research & Fundraising Volunteer

Role Profile 

Main objective: 

• To assist with grant writing and research efforts to secure the necessary funding for Indigo’s operations 

This role requires experience in sales, fundraising and/or events management and reports to Indigo’s Marketing Manager. 

Hours: 10-20/week 

Duration: 4 months 

Location: Remote Working (must be based within the GMT to GMT+3 timezones) 

Benefits: Being part of a wonderful team and helping amazing grassroots organisations find volunteers. Mentoring support & training related to the role and your development interests. Flexible working hours. There is no financial compensation associated with this role. This role can be accounted as an official internship. 

To apply, please fill in the application form on the Indigo website. 

Purpose: We are seeking a motivated and dedicated intern to join our team and assist with fundraising initiatives and research efforts. This role is vital in order for Indigo to keep our services running and provide support to our partners, volunteers, and ultimately the refugees we serve. Funding will help us sustain our current operations, and also to grow our pool of volunteers, put on more training for our partners, expand our network of charity organisations receiving Indigo’s support and much more. You will be working with and supported by Indigo’s fundraising team, and will be expected to meet twice/week to discuss progress. 

Responsibilities 

• Identify potential sponsorship opportunities and assist in developing sponsorship packages to present to local businesses, corporations, and organizations. 
• Research and apply for relevant grants, funding programs, and sponsorships. The research will also involve calling any relevant groups. 
• Assist in adapting our fundraising materials, including grant proposals, sponsorship pitches, and donor appeal letters. 
• Assist in managing donor and sponsor relationships, including maintaining communication, tracking contributions, and providing necessary follow-up. 
• Help maintain a fundraising database and generate reports on fundraising progress and outcomes. 
• Collaborate with the Indigo team to set and achieve our fundraising goals. 
• Provide general administrative support to the team as needed. Skills & Experience 
• Strong interest in cultural diversity, community engagement, and event planning.
• Excellent research and analytical skills, with the ability to gather and synthesize information effectively. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail. 
• Ability to work independently, proactively and collaborate effectively within a team. 
• Proficiency in Google functions (Google docs, etc) and familiarity with Salesforce is a plus. 
• Previous experience in sales is preferred. 
• Prior experience or coursework in fundraising, nonprofit management, or related fields is desirable but not mandatory. 
• Interest in working remotely, managing your own time and multitasking. 

At Indigo Volunteers we see our differences as our strength. We are committed to cultivating an equal and fair working environment free from discrimination on the grounds of gender, marital status, race, ethnic origin, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, mental health, religion or age. We believe in promoting a sense of belonging, where our people are heard and valued and diversity of experience and perspective is celebrated. 

About Indigo Indigo Volunteers is a charity that recruits volunteers, supports grassroots organisations, and creates networks along the European refugee route. We believe in the power of ordinary people, and enable them to work together to support refugees and displaced people. We work within a community of remarkable grassroots charities, volunteers, sector experts, and humanitarian organisations that are positively dedicated to supporting communities coping with displacement, inequality, and social injustice. Have a read about us on our website. 

OUR VALUES 

1. Human-centred. We put relationships, lasting collaborations and human wellbeing at the centre of everything we do. 

2. Humility. We acknowledge that we do not have all the answers; we welcome feedback and strive to continuously learn. 

3. Accountability. We follow through on our commitments; we are honest and transparent. 

To apply, please fill in the application form on the Indigo website. 

Only 5-15% of amputees in LMIC receive proper care today. Budgets are present, but old technology and business models (NGO donation) don't lead to the needed scaling, leaving the large majority stranded without a solution. Limb-loss has a severe impact on a patients life, as simple activities like walking, working, going to school, are challenging. The available solutions are not affordable, hard to access as traveling to a hospital is hard, and often of poor quality.

Ugani developed the lowest cost high-quality prosthetic on the market. By leveraging digital 3D tech, our solution is not only comfortable, it is also affordable and very quick and easy to deliver. Next to prosthetics, all types of orthotics can be made using the same workflow. The digital process allows for very quick production, and a remote assistance, vital for patients living in remote areas.

FUNDRAISING

• Engage with existing partners and target new ones to find funding.

• Volunteer 4 hours per week remotely

Indiscriminate accumulation of material items common with Africans/Nigerians hitherto leading to household excesses that are often dilapidated over time and indiscriminately disposed improperly, causing harm to the environment. Items that could be repurposed, gifted, shared with others in need, that would mean extending item lifecycle and preservation of the planet in the long run.

We educate on material accumulation which leads to short and long term consequences of filled landfills also locally educating on indiscriminate item disposal which leads to blocked drainages, damaged roads and eventual environmental flooding. While we encourage the public to embrace goodwill, sharing and repurposing items that could have been hitherto indiscriminately disposed through our platform and also partnering, supporting other change makers doing outreaches, recycling, repurposing with received items to reach even wider households and lengthen items lifecycle.

FUNDRAISING

• Fundraisers help identify and secure financial support for Oniparo through grants, donations, or crowdfunding efforts. They research funding opportunities, propose or write grant proposals, and engage with potential donors.

• Volunteer 3-6 hours per week remotely

Bridge the Gap - Ending Digital Poverty

We aim to address the digital poverty and bridge the gap by empowering local families and supporting them with technology equipment. We aim to enable a network of parents to create change within their own local community, in turn inspiring other parents and families to be the change they want to see.

We provide a digital device to children and their families to access online resources. We offer a referral service where families can receive additional support around their needs. A befriending service, where families can share their concerns and get access to a wider network of support and a tutoring programme which helps children who has fallen behind in their studies to get extra help in their studies.

FUNDRAISING

• Help us to raise funds for the project to enable the organisation to remain sustainable.

• Volunteer 6-8 hours per week remotely

We address the challenges of the lack of unadulterated, gluten-free and allergy free food products in the market, seeing that there are more than 100 000 cases of gluten intolerance per year. We also address the fact that post-harvest loss and knowledge gaps on post-harvest methods exist.

We help to solve those challenges by building a holistic and inclusive African Super-foods value chain to fight food insecurity, hunger and diseases. This is done through capacity building and technical assistance, processing and value addition training as well as access to markets. We partner with community heads and women leaders to identify, profile smallholder farmers, women and youth; we train them on agri-entrepreneural skills, post-harvest methods and techniques, business, financial and marketing skills. For example, we train on different methods of extending the life of staple crops such as plantains, sweet potatoes, etc. by processing them into flours, chips, puree, boiled, fried, pastries and much more. This way we provide beneficiaries with quality education, technical support, reduce post-harvest losses and facilitate market access.

FUNDRAISING

• Help develop and implement fundraising strategies to secure funding for the company’s operations and social impact programs; write grants and organize fundraising events; as well as identify potential donors/funders, create and manage donor database.

• Volunteer 4-5 hours per week remotely

The world at large are suffering from a chilling surge in mental health conditions like anxiety, depression, PTSD and suicide. Underserved communities and developing nations also need help and sometimes don't have access to teachers, workshops or trainings that are inclusive and affordable, or effective and relevant. Loneliness is also a pervasive problem globally even as digital connectivity expands, leading to worsening mental health outcomes.

We want to see the mental health arena transform by helping more people integrate tools like mindfulness, meditation and stress reduction into their daily lives so they can rediscover their power and personal agency. Our programs will help create more skilled teachers where they are needed, or guides that are accessible via internet. The community that CNTRD Wellness is building for seekers and teachers will serve to nourish and support people who feel isolated or low on hope and give them tools to help themselves heal and thrive. We also plan to create scholarships and free trainings and workshops focused on the most vulnerable communities.

PARTNERSHIPS & FUNDRAISING

• Prospect for, secure and cultivate strong partnerships with institutional, philanthropic and possibly private sector partners. Research and apply for appropriate grants by editing current copy or writing new grant copy. Work with the communications team to grow exposure to and engagement with fundraising target audiences.

• Volunteer 2-4 hours per week remotely

Rollr

Almost all of us wake up every morning and use chemical deodorant in plastic. Between us, we will throw away 26 million deodorants EVERY DAY. Current refillable options still force users to compromise on how they like to use or expect deodorant to work, stunting uptake and retention of customers.

Rollr's zero waste refills offer customers a way to deodorise that reduces packaging, weight and co2 by 95% compared to normal deodorants and 80% compared to any competitor. This is whilst the design of the bottle and formulation has been designed over three years with the aim of maximising uptake and retention so that people keep using Rollr forever and make the most of our refill's positive impact.

FUNDRAISING

• Provide help with finding leads and outreach to potential investors, including high net worths, angels, syndicates, family offices and even grants.

  Could help create and implement a CRM system for outreach.

  Networking skills needed and a great existing network would be great.

• Volunteer 6-8 hours per week remotely

International development decisions are often made in the Global North excluding people from the Global South. Gender, disability, race and class intersect with other factors and drive inequality. Discrimination harms women and marginalised groups, limiting their well-being, agency, access to leadership positions, assets and income and control over their own bodies. People living in poverty face complex barriers to constructing routes out of poverty. Policies are not always designed with them in mind and economic growth is not always enough.

We host a podcast to bring together practitioners, thinkers, activists to share ideas and identify entry points for practical action. We launch an online training programme for development professionals in 2024. We conduct research, deliver evidence-based policy engagement and engage with social movements striving to challenge patriarchy, enhance equity and drive improved well-being for women and men. We identify the barriers poor people face, describe them to policy makers and seek to influence policy and practice so that bottom up growth can deliver routes out of poverty for the poorest people.

FUNDRAISING

• Experienced fundraiser required to identify foundations, philanthropists, grant making trusts and other donors to fund our work on shifting power (decolonisation, localisation and anti-racism) in the development and humanitarian sector. Your work will include pitching to potential funders & raising long and short term funds (especially flexible/ core funds).

• Volunteer 4+ hours per week remotely

About 10 percent of Uganda’s working-age population is either unemployed or under-employed with women emerging as worst off, a new report has revealed. According to the Uganda National Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) report released on Thursday, out of the more than 15.5 million national labour force (14-64 years), 269, 000 are jobless and over 1.4 million people are underemployed. According to the survey, three out of every five unemployed persons are women with the urban areas (70 per cent) depicting a higher proportion compared to the rural areas (42 per cent). The number of hours spent by working women in non-economic activities (26 hours per week) was almost four times that spent by men (7 hours). Findings further indicate that women outnumber men in both self-employment and individuals working as contributing family workers. One third of the working population engaged in wage employment are women.

We provide a space and platform for training, skilling, and accelerating women in male-dominated fields that usually pay instantly and better as compared to female-dominated jobs that tend to pay less and the training phase is never paid for unlike male-dominated jobs like driving boda boda, driving trucks, solar panel installation, house construction and many others where you are paid as you train every day until you get all the necessary job skills.

FUNDRAISING

• We are seeking assistance in creating a new website that can maximize our outreach. Develop a website that allows us to sell our beneficiary products and improve visibility on search engines like Google.

• Volunteer 4-6 hours per week remotely

Target: advertising firms, graduate forums, business marketing schools, graphic design students

Advert to be used:

We believe in a "pass it on" philosophy where education is free and available for all. The International Humanity Foundation’s (IHF) mission is to educate the poor and the other half is to educate the world about the poor. We strive for a world of leaders and citizens who have interacted with, and are truly knowledgeable about the world's poor. who seek it. Those of us who have received a free education pass it on by helping others less fortunate by teaching, interacting and learning. With just a few hours a week, our volunteers, children and sponsors are changing the world we live in. IHF is a non-religious, non-political, non-profit organization that strongly believes in an equal opportunity for all and in preserving the cultures, traditions and beliefs of the marginalized communities it works in.

IHF is currently seeking Local Volunteers for our International Fundraising Team. This position provides global training and global connections from our center, at your own convenience. Our Local Volunteers come from around the surrounding community and form teams essential to our Children’s Homes and Community Centers. 

Volunteering in this division provides a great opportunity to further your understanding of the fascinating world of international non-profit fundraising, boost your CV, and advance your skills in public relations, advertising, business marketing, and graphic design.

Please note this is a volunteering position.

Sustainable Alternatives Hub

In Uganda, the total unemployed persons in the country is 64 percent. Given the rapid growth of the Ugandan population—three-quarters of the population are below the age of 30 years , 82% of these are unemployed . Now imagine people with disabilities , after thinking about women and girls with disabilities : People with disabilities face challenges in the labor markets. There is a substantial gap between integrating people with disabilities into the labor force and their actual participation levels. That means women with disabilities are more than twice as likely to be unemployed than are their non-disabled counterparts. The fact is that the youth are getting better educated through higher access to primary and secondary education, a stronger focus on job creation for this group of people cannot be overemphasized. But yet the strongest focus for people living with disabilities is very urgent.

Sustainable Alternatives Hub empowers unemployed youth & women living with disabilities in Uganda to solve their everyday community challenges and turn them into economic opportunities that benefit individuals, the community and the environment through incubation, investment and acceleration of social innovations in the economic development of women, green economy, waste management and digitalization.

FUNDRAISING

• Research and connect us to potential and partners for our organization. This also includes creating compelling messages and proposals that we can share with potential donors, collaborators and partners.

• Volunteer 4-10 hours per week remotely