Fundraising Coordinator

Are you a creative, passionate fundraising wanting to make a differene to the lives of cats and kittens in York and the surrounding areas? Join us as a Fundraising Coordinator to support our charity's work! 

Role overview:

​As the Volunteer Fundraising Coordinator, you will play a vital role in helping us raise the essential funds that keep our cat rescue work going. This position is key to ensuring we can continue to provide care, veterinary treatment, food, and a safe haven to cats in need. You will take the lead on planning and delivering fundraising activities and work closely with the wider team to help grow support for our charity.

Key responsibilities:​​​

• Fundraising campaigns: Plan, lead and deliver creative fundraising initiatives (both online and in-person).

• Event coordination: Organise and promote fundraising events such as raffles, auctions, online events, and local community events.

• Donor engagement: Build and maintain positive relationships with donors, thanking them and keeping them informed about how their contributions are used.

• Grant applications: Identify grant and funding opportunities.

• Collaboration: Work closely with trustees, the social media team, and other volunteers to align fundraising with our campaigns and goals.

• Tracking and reporting: Keep accurate records of donations, event outcomes, and supporter engagement to help inform future planning. 

What we’re looking for:​

• Fundraising experience: Previous experience in fundraising is essential – whether in a charity, community group or similar role.

• Excellent communication skills: Confident in engaging with people online, over email, and in person.

• Creative thinking: Able to bring fresh ideas and identify new opportunities for income generation.

• Organisational skills: Able to manage your time well, plan ahead, and juggle a variety of small tasks or projects — all while working within the limitations and resources of a small, volunteer-led charity.

• Passion for animal welfare: A genuine desire to help cats and support their journey to safety and adoption.

Why Join us?​

• Make a difference: Your work will directly support the rescue, care and rehoming of cats in need.

• Use your experience for good: Put your fundraising knowledge to work in a role that creates visible impact.

• Supportive community: Join a warm, friendly team of passionate animal lovers.

• Enhance your skills in communication, organisation, teamwork, and problem-solving

• Gain a sense of purpose by supporting a cause you care about and making a real difference

• Networking opportunities with like-minded volunteers, local businesses, and donors

• CV-boosting credentials that stand out to employers and universities

• Leadership experience through coordinating events, managing tasks, and motivating others

• A great way to make friends and meet new people in a supportive, social environment

• Personal fulfilment from seeing the impact of your efforts

• Confidence building through events and community interactions

• Flexible volunteering hours to suit your schedule

• References and endorsements available.