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Become a Fundraising Volunteer!
Help make a better life for cats – because life is better with cats
Our vision for volunteering
Volunteering is, and always will be, at the heart of Cats Protection. It’s joyful, inclusive, and driven by people working together to transform the lives of cats, people, and communities. When you volunteer with us, you become part of something truly meaningful.
The difference you’ll make
Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, Cats Protection helps thousands of cats every year. Our fundraising volunteers play a vital role in making this possible. By using your passion for cats and people, you’ll help raise the funds needed to support more cats and kittens in need.
As a fundraising volunteer, we’ll support you to get involved in a way that suits you best. Whether you enjoy organising events, fundraising online, promoting activities on social media, helping with administration, or coming up with fresh ideas — there’s a place for you here. Whatever your skills or interests, this could be the perfect role.
What you can expect from us
- A warm, welcoming, and inclusive environment in line with our values and behaviours
- Support to help you have a positive and impactful volunteering experience
- Agreed out-of-pocket expenses covered in line with our Expenses Policy
- Access to learning, development, and engagement opportunities
What we need from you
This is a highly flexible role, and you can choose how you’d like to get involved. Opportunities include:
- Face-to-face fundraising – organising or helping at fundraising events, running supermarket collections and fundraising stands, and monitoring collection tins
- Online fundraising – setting up online appeals and writing engaging cat case studies to maximise donations
- Marketing and promotion – spreading the word about fundraising activities via social media and local press
- Administration – processing donations, sorting and recording donated goods, and completing Gift Aid paperwork
- Championing our work – helping to develop new fundraising ideas and increasing community engagement
- Photography – capturing images of cats in care, cats we’re helping, fundraising events, and all things Cats Protection
Time commitment
This role is flexible and designed to fit around your other commitments. You’ll be part of a friendly team raising vital funds — and having fun along the way.
You could be just the volunteer we’re looking for
We’re committed to building a diverse, compassionate, and inclusive organisation where everyone can be themselves and do their best. Together, we’re courageous and compassionate in helping people see the world through cats’ eyes.
Join the UK’s leading cat welfare charity and help make a better life for cats. Together, we are all for cats.
Registered Charity
501 - 1000
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
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Become a Fundraisng Team Leader Volunter!
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 team leaders have the exciting and varied role of inspiring our fundraising volunteers to plan and deliver local fundraising events. Using their passion and imagination, they oversee a small team of fundraising volunteers who come together to raise the vital funds needed to cover costs such as veterinary bills and food. Our fundraising team leaders support their team of volunteers in all aspects of their roles, making sure our volunteers are happy, confident and supported.
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
You'll be:
- supporting and encouraging a team of fundraising volunteers
- planning fundraising events and activities with your team
- allocating tasks before and during fundraising events
- keeping financial records from fundraising events
- encouraging and promoting a professional image of Cats Protection
- following policies and guidelines and ensuring licences and permits are obtained for events
Time expectation
Our fundraising team leaders usually spend three to four hours per week in this role, which is flexible and can be shared by more than one volunteer if needed.
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.
Registered Charity
501 - 1000
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
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Sunday Shift Lead Volunteer
Where you will be based Oxfam Micklegate Shop York
Why we want you
We’re seeking friendly, reliable individuals aged 18 or over who want to make a
difference in their community by helping their local Oxfam shop to stay open
for as long possible. We need people to open and close the shop, and ensure
volunteers know what tasks to undertake so the shop can run smoothly.
No prior experience is needed, as we provide full training. If you’re open to
learning, enjoy working with others, and have a passion for helping people,
you’ll fit right in!
You have the time to become a volunteer in your community; you might be
looking for work experience, the opportunity to meet new people, or keep
active.
By volunteering with us in one of our amazing retail spaces
you will be raising essential funds for Oxfam – all whilst
learning new skills and meeting some incredible people.
What you will be doing
Undertaking shop related tasks agreed with the Manager, for example:
Opening or closing the shop.
Ensuring that the shop is ready to trade or cashing up at the end of trade
Allocating tasks to members of the volunteer team.
Selecting, sorting, and pricing donated stock.
Chatting to customers, giving great service on the till.
Researching valuable and vintage stock.
Visual merchandising: creating eye-catching window and in-store displays.
Photographing and listing items for the online shop.
This role may include occasionally lifting boxes. We prioritise a safe
working environment and provide comprehensive health and safety
training to all volunteers.
The skills you need
We ask that you are reliable and on time for your volunteering
Full training and support are given for this role - no prior experience is
required
Happy to be part of a team and collaborate effectively with others
Confident communicator
What's in it for you
Some lunch and travel costs paid (speak to the Manager first to
understand what is covered)
Access to training and development
Grow your confidence and meet new people
Flexible volunteering schedules that fit your lifestyle
Free confidential support by the Retail Trust
Possible references for future employers.
Disclaimer
Additional information:
We warmly welcome everyone to apply and are dedicated to creating an
inclusive and diverse environment. If you have any needs,
please talk to the Manager, and we can consider possible adjustments.
We conduct ID checks for all volunteers and require one reference upon
application. If you have any difficulties providing a reference, please
speak to a manage
Registered Charity
More than 1000
We are Oxfam Together we can create a more equal future, free from poverty.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
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Women & Families Resource Centre (WFRC)
Location: On-site – Wolverhampton
Reports to: Executive Director / Operations Manager
Contract Type: Volunteer Part-Time
About Us
The Women & Families Resource Centre (WFRC) is a registered charity based in Wolverhampton. We support, empower, and advocate for women and children facing crisis or challenging circumstances.
Our aim is to actively encourage women to become self-reliant by helping them identify their needs, make informed choices, and create their own solutions.
The Wolverhampton Baby Bank, our flagship service, provides essential items and support to families with children aged 0–3. Through donated essentials and community engagement, we offer:
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Nappies, wipes, clothing, toys, and bedding
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Support services for new parents, including drop-in groups
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Befriending support for pregnant women and new mothers
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Referrals and connections to additional community services
As WFRC stabilises and restructures following recent operational challenges, we are seeking a strong, structured, and compassionate Baby Bank Manager to lead the service forward.
The Role
The Baby Bank Manager will lead the operational delivery and structured rebuild of WFRC’s flagship Baby Bank service.
This is a critical leadership role combining operational management, volunteer coordination, stock oversight, client support, compliance, and reporting.
WFRC operates as a not-for-profit organisation but must function with business-level accountability and sustainability. The successful candidate will embed systems and processes that ensure continuity beyond individuals.
Key Responsibilities
Supporting Daily Operations
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Help organise baby items and prepare packs for families
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Assist with appointments and referrals
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Create a warm and welcoming environment
Volunteer & Team Support
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Work alongside other volunteers
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Help keep the rota organised
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Attend occasional team meetings
Stock & Organisation
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Sort and organise donated items
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Keep storage areas tidy and safe
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Help monitor stock levels
Administration
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Keep simple digital records up to date
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Support basic reporting and documentation
Time Commitment
We ask volunteers to commit to:
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Up to 3 days per week
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Around 4 hours per day
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Minimum 12 hours per week
We review placements after 6 weeks to ensure the role is a good fit for everyone.
Person Specification
Essential:
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Experience in service coordination, charity, or community services but not required
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Experience managing volunteers or small teams
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Strong administrative and record-keeping skills
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Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital systems
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Understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality principles
Skills & Attributes:
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Strong leadership and organisational skills
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High attention to detail
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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Empathy and sensitivity when working with vulnerable families
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Ability to build structure in previously unstructured environments
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Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability
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Ability to manage multiple priorities during a rebuilding phase
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Accountability and reliability
Why Join WFRC?
This is an opportunity to lead and shape a flagship community service during a critical rebuilding phase. You will play a direct role in supporting vulnerable families and creating structured, sustainable systems that will strengthen the organisation long-term.
If you are operationally strong, structured, compassionate, and ready to lead meaningful change, we would love to hear from you.
Registered Charity
21 - 50
We develop, support and maintain policies, programs, projects, and activities that inform, educate, empower and celebrate women and families.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.