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Help Share the Love of Jesus through practical care and life-changing Ministry! Do you have a passion for excellent writing, relationship-building and Christian ministry in action? Could you help secure vital funding that enables vulnerable people to experience compassionate care, hope and the love of Jesus every day?
At Caring For Life, everything we do is rooted in our Christian mission. Through practical support, loving care and faithful witness, we seek to share the love of Jesus Christ with people who may never previously have known His love for themselves. Our prayer is that many will come to personal faith in Christ and become part of His Church.
This role is far more than fundraising. It is an opportunity to play a meaningful part in a Christ-centred ministry that seeks to bring glory to God through the way we serve beneficiaries, supporters, volunteers and one another.
The role will involve writing about the charity’s firm Christian foundation and may include taking an active role in providing compassionate and consistent care to beneficiaries. You will take part in prayer times and may have opportunities to share personal testimony of experiencing Jesus’ love with beneficiaries and members of the local community. There may also be occasions to support presentations representing Caring For Life, particularly within churches and Christian organisations.
About the Role
The PR team is responsible for generating, sustaining and growing the charity’s income year after year by communicating the work, ministry and financial needs of Caring For Life to a wide range of audiences.
The Trust Fundraiser will focus primarily on securing funding from Trusts, Foundations and grant-making bodies, whilst also helping to nurture relationships with major donors and exploring opportunities for corporate support.
As part of the PR team, the successful candidate will also support wider PR activities during busy periods, including Open Days, Supporters’ Days, formal visits and practical tasks at peak times.
Organisational Structure
The PR team is line managed by the Executive Director, with additional support from the CEO regarding pastoral insight and communication with churches and other Christian groups.
Background Information
Caring For Life has an established and respected Trust fundraising programme, with longstanding relationships built over many years. Alongside carefully stewarding these relationships, the charity continually researches and develops new funding opportunities.
At the end of the financial year 2026, income from Trusts totalled circa £265,000
Main Duties
- Undertake induction and training relevant to the role.
- Maintain and develop the existing Trusts database.
- Ensure reports and funding applications are submitted accurately and on time.
- Keep clear records of applications, correspondence, grants received and acknowledgements sent.
- Research new Trusts and funding opportunities using online systems, publications and resources such as Invisible Grantmakers.
- Work with project leaders and senior managers to identify fundable projects and budget requirements.
- Attend budget meetings and assist staff in understanding funding allocations.
- Prepare compelling funding proposals, reports and covering letters.
- Liaise with the Design and Media team regarding photography and supporting materials.
- Maintain records and communication with major donors as requested by the Executive Committee.
- Support and grow corporate donor relationships.
- Conduct all duties in a professional and Christ-like manner that honours the Lord Jesus Christ and protects the reputation of Caring For Life.
- Undertake relevant in-house and external training as required.
Please note that while this role has a primary focus within fundraising and PR, all appointments at Caring For Life are to the wider ministry of the Trust. Staff may occasionally be required to support other areas of work according to the needs of the ministry and the welfare of beneficiaries.
Skills and Experience Required
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent English grammar.
- Creative and persuasive writing ability.
- Ability to work well within a team.
- Good IT skills, including database systems.
- Understanding of budgets and financial planning.
- Sensitivity and discretion when handling confidential financial information.
Job Information
Location
Crag House Farm, Otley Old Road, Cookridge, Leeds LS16 7NH
Hours
8:30am – 5:00pm, Monday to Friday
Salary
£28,000 – £35,000 per annum (full-time gross salary)
Annual Leave
- 22 days annual leave plus 8 statutory bank holidays
- Annual leave increases by 1 day per year of service up to a maximum of 27 days
DBS Checks
As Caring For Life works with children and vulnerable adults, the successful applicant may require an Enhanced DBS Disclosure and satisfactory references.
This role may involve work with under-18s and is therefore exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Relevant information should be disclosed as part of the application process.
Application forms are available by clicking the “Enquire today” button on the Caring For Life website. This role requires an assessment and interview. References will be sought prior to appointment, but only for the successful candidate at the job offer stage. Please quote reference CJTF/052026.
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The Pepper Foundation is a local charity funding children’s hospice care at home, specialised play and family days for children living with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions in Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire.
The Trusts & Foundations Fundraiser will be joining Pepper at an exciting time as we launch our new three-year fundraising strategy. Backed by committed investment and with full Board approval, we are delighted to be growing the charity to deliver sustainable income that directly supports local children and families with hospice care in the comfort of their own homes.
Working closely with the Head of Trusts & Foundations, you will play a pivotal role in increasing income from trusts and foundations by developing and managing a strong pipeline of funders, securing new grants, and building long-term relationships that lead to increased and multi-year support. You will research and prepare compelling applications to both new and existing funders, alongside producing timely, engaging reports that clearly demonstrate impact.
This role requires a highly organised and motivated individual with a passion for writing, strong attention to detail, and the ability to deliver exceptional cultivation, stewardship and relationship management of trusts and foundations aligned with our mission.
Your work will directly support hospice at home care, specialist play services, and meaningful family days out for children with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions – making a tangible difference to families during the most difficult of times.
Hours: 22.5 hours per week working from home – applicants must live within Hertfordshire or Buckinghamshire (or surrounding counties)
Salary: £19,800 per annum for 22.5 hours per week (£33,000 FTE per annum)
Key requirements:
- Work with the Head of Trusts & Foundations to agreed income targets and growth.
- Build and maintain a strong pipeline of small and medium trusts and foundations (giving up to £10,000).
- Produce high-quality, tailored applications to prospective funders aligned with agreed criteria.
- Prepare meaningful update reports, demonstrating the impact of a funder’s support, whilst ensuring all reporting requirements and deadlines are met.
- Deliver excellent relationship management and stewardship through regular reporting and tailored communications.
- Conduct prospect research to identify and prioritise new trust funding opportunities aligned with The Pepper Foundation’s work.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all communications on the Donorfy CRM database whilst keeping abreast of GDPR.
- Stay up to date with current trends in trust fundraising.
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, including the Fundraising Regulator Code of Practice, and internal Safeguarding Policies.
- Represent The Pepper Foundation at events as required.
How to apply: For further details about the role, please download our recruitment pack. Please send your CV with a cover letter explaining why you would make a great candidate for this role and how you meet the job description.
Closing date: 1st June 2026 at 5pm
Interview dates: First-round interviews on 10th and 11th June and second-round interviews on 15th June 2026.
Interviews will take place at our office in Berkhamsted. Please let us know if you have any accessibility requirements or need any adjustments for the interview.
If appointed, an enhanced DBS check will be required.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.