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A charity based in Croydon, Surrey, London, UK is looking for volunteer Charity Team Assistants; to volunteer 30 unpaid hours per week. The Charity serves a multi ethnic community especially people from Black and ethnic minority backgrounds.
Responsibilities:
Person Specification:
This is a non-paid one year temporary position however accommodation and maintenance will be provided.
All interested candidates are required to send us a letter of application, a resume, and contact to the email provided. If your application is accepted, you will be invited for a telephone interview. Any applications received after the closing date will not be considered unless we have been unable to find a suitable candidate for this vacancy.
Successful candidates will require a DBS/POLICE check and references prior to commencement.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About the Role
We are Buttons & Bubbles C.I.C. We aim to increase inclusion and representation for the disability community across society. We have several different services including bespoke characters, workshops, free resources, events, sensory trails and more.
As Buttons & Bubbles continues to grow, we are hoping to put together a team of assistants who will be responsible for attending in-person fundraising opportunities. Volunteers will help with small tasks at the events we attend and organise. This may include helping children take part in our activities, setting up and packing away equipment, and engaging with families and members of the public.
Who Are We Looking For?
Someone who is passionate about our mission of inclusion, representation, and belonging.
No prior experience is necessary, but an enthusiasm for creating events and supporting fundraising efforts is essential.
You should be happy working as part of a team while also being confident in taking on tasks independently.
Be able to commute to Surrey and Berkshire for our events.
What Do We Expect?
Must be willing to undertake our training programme, which will be completed virtually at a time that suits you.
Have a DBS check (preferably be on the update service) or be willing to complete one with us.
Sign our volunteer contract. (If you disagree with anything in it, please discuss it with us, we’re happy to make small changes where appropriate.)
Have a positive attitude toward disability and illness. We’re always happy to answer questions about this.
What Can You Expect?
A kind, caring, and nurturing company that values its people, staff, and volunteers. Our aim is to keep your wellbeing at the centre of our work.
A community group that does not currently operate a rota system of any kind. Therefore, you don’t have to commit your time regularly only when it suits you.
A positive and proactive approach to disability and illness. Any and all accommodations you require will be made. If you’d like to discuss something privately, please email us to arrange a confidential chat.
Benefits of Volunteering with Buttons & Bubbles C.I.C
Make a difference in your community.
Have a positive impact on people’s lives.
Develop your current skills and gain new ones.
Demonstrate your commitment and reliability to future employers.
Show your ability to balance and manage your time effectively.
Build your confidence.
Explore new areas of interest by taking on additional tasks if you wish.
To increase inclusion and representation across society for disabled families.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Children North East provides life-changing services including vital mental health counselling, community interest projects, support for families in crisis, and safe spaces that help children and young people overcome obstacles and thrive.
By volunteering in our first flagship charity shop, you are helping us invest in a brighter tomorrow for babies, children and young people across the North East.
We welcome volunteers aged 18+ who can spare any amount of time - whether a few hours occasionally, regularly scheduled days, or just whenever suits you.
What you will be doing
Engaging with customers, providing a welcoming environment that enhances their shopping experience
Processing payments and encouraging sign-up to Gift Aid
Accepting donations and accurately completing Gift Aid processSorting, preparing, and organising donated items for display
Assisting with creative in-store displays and window arrangements.
The skills you need
Approachable and enthusiasticWillingness to learn
Flexible and happy to adapt to a variety of shop activities day-by-dayKeen to be part of a supportive team of staff and volunteers
What's in it for you
Gain valuable experience in retail and customer service
Develop your skills and knowledge for your CV and increase your employability
Flexible volunteering, designed to suit your availability and lifestyleEnjoy the camaraderie of a welcoming, supportive team
Be an integral part of creating positive community impact
Join an established charity with over 130 years of history supporting children and families
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We’d love you to be part of our Information & Advice Service. As an Information Volunteer Assistant, you could be :
Welcoming and providing information to visitors
Ordering leaflets from various sources
Updating external contacts
Undertaking general administration
possibly dealing with straightforward signposting and information.
You’ll enjoy working within a team of volunteers and meeting new people, have great communication skills, are polite and emphatic, understand basic IT systems and updating manual records, and are able or willing to learn to use the internet and Microsoft Office 365.
We are currently looking for someone to volunteer for 3 hours, on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays either am or pm.
We will reimburse your out-of-pocket volunteer expenses.
It’s really easy to start the volunteering process with us. If you’re over 18 years old, just click on ‘Apply’ and get filling in your details!
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Do you enjoy socialising and meeting new people?
We are looking for friendly volunteers who love a dance and would like to join us as at Friendship Disco on the second Saturday of the month.
Activities will include:
Supporting the Disco at the following times:
Set up between 16:00-17:00 (Help with the music equipment, tables, decorations etc)
During the disco between 17:00-20:00. (Help selling raffle tickets and refreshments, taking song requests on a phone, calling the raffle at the end). Plus joining in with dancing and helping everyone to have a great time!
Clean up between 20:00-21:00.Helping to wipe and take down tables, floors, etc).
You will have the flexibility to attend the times that are convenient to you.The Disco will take place at Marshfield Village Hall in Cardiff
About you:
We are looking for someone who is:
Friendly and enthusiastic
Organised and helpful
Comfortable chatting with people with learning disabilities and autism
Reliable /dependable and willing to volunteer on the listed times on the second Saturday of the month
Happy to join in the fun!
A DBS check and two character references will be required for this role.
What you’ll gain from being a Dimensions volunteer:
Dimensions provide support for autistic people and people with learning disabilities across the UK.
Our volunteers play a vital role in our work and in return, we support them with:
Access to free online training (with access to 800 plus courses)
Comprehensive support from professional and friendly Dimensions staff
Reasonable expenses may be reimbursed at manager’s discretion
An opportunity to gain real experience in the social care sector
Want to apply for this role?
If you’d like to be a Dimensions volunteer, please get in touch!
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Volunteering Opportunity
Day Centre Meet & Greet
What You’ll Do
As a Meet & Greet Volunteer, you’ll be a friendly first point of contact at our day centre, helping to create a safe, welcoming and well-supported environment for people living with dementia, their families, and visitors.
You will:
· Welcome clients, visitors, and family members as they arrive
· Help maintain a safe environment by being present and aware of who is entering and leaving the centre
· Gently support clients to remain within safe areas if needed
· Provide information, leaflets, or signposting to visitors
· Work alongside staff to ensure the day runs smoothly
Skills You’ll Use or Develop
· Friendly and confident communication
· Awareness, observation, and promoting a safe environment
· Patience, empathy, and understanding of dementia
· Teamwork and following guidance from staff
Time Commitment
4 hours between 9:30 am and 4:00 pm
(Weekdays)
Location: The Mabel Churn Centre, 55b Sunny Road, Enfield, EN3 5EF
Reports to: Day Centre Manager
Ready to Apply?
Our Volunteer Opportunities Pack and Volunteer Application Form are attached and available to download.
If you're interested in joining our volunteer team, simply complete the application form and email it to us. (Email address included in the application pack)
Once we've received your application, we'll arrange an informal telephone chat to discuss the volunteer role(s) you're interested in, answer any questions you may have, and help you find the opportunity that's the best fit for you.
We look forward to hearing from you!
We're a local charity working in the community to support older people, their families and carers. We want everyone to be able to love later life.


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FareShare Greater Manchester is looking for volunteer Driver's Assistants to join our busy friendly delivery team with redistributing tonnes of surplus food a month to charities and community initiatives across Greater Manchester.
FareShare is a national charity fighting food poverty and global warming by tackling food surplus. We source overstocked food from retailers and manufacturers and engage many volunteers to help re-distribute it to over 220 frontline charities and community groups across Greater Manchester. These groups, in turn, provide meals to vulnerable people experiencing food poverty, individuals who are homeless, families, and people who are unemployed or socially isolated. This food would otherwise have gone to waste, so we are simultaneously supporting people in need and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Key responsibilities
Working closely with the driver of a temperature-controlled 3.5 tonne Mercedes Sprinter van to deliver surplus food orders to the premises of the benevolent projects we support.
Loading and unloading the vehicle and carrying out a range of tasks, from basic vehicle checks to delivery administration.
The required skills and attributes are:
Reliability and ability to commit to pre-agreed volunteer shifts (ESSENTIAL)
Physical fitness, to take on moving and handling of food orders
Ability to follow procedures and instructions
Good verbal communication skills
Interest in the work of FareShare Greater Manchester and our values
High respect for Health & Safety procedures and standards
In return you will gain:
Career and CV advice and support
A reference for future employers
Reimbursement of travel and lunch expenses
The opportunity to give practical help to fight food poverty and reduce food waste (and associated CO2 emissions)
The opportunity to meet like-minded people and make new friends
Our operating hours are Monday - Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm.
Driver and Driver’s Assistant shifts begin at 8:30am.
We welcome volunteers who can commit to one day a week.
The days and rota hours of volunteering are agreed around your availability.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
You must be resident in the UK and living in Greater Manchester, or within easy commuting distance of our base, in order to volunteer with us. There are no exceptions to this rule. This is because we require volunteers to be able to reliably commit to regular shifts for some of our roles. We are unable to offer sponsorship for overseas applicants.
Know someone else who might be interested in volunteering with us?
Please pass our details on to them as we always welcome new people on our teams. :)
As a leading food charity to tackle hunger, our aim is to help tackle the food poverty issue in Greater Manchester.



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You will be vital to the work of your local Scope shop, as one of the first faces customers see.
You will receive training on serving our customers on the till, taking payments and making Gift Aid donations. This makes a real difference to our income and the number of disabled people we can support.
Your role may include:
When and where
You will be based at our Scope shop at 1 Cheapside, Lancaster, Lancs, LA1 1LY. We are flexible on the times you would like to volunteer. We’d love your help for as little as 1 hour a week, but if you can give more time that would help us even more.
Who we’re looking for
We welcome anyone who is friendly and passionate about disability equality!
Some volunteers want to learn more about charities or about retail. Others want to make a difference to the lives of disabled people. Other volunteers are interested in our training and development opportunities. Some people join us to meet new people and make friends. Sometimes people want to help a charity shop they like shopping in, while also getting a discount in the shop!
We particularly welcome applications from disabled people. Equality and inclusion are at the heart of Scope’s mission. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all volunteers.
Skills and experience you can gain
What we can offer you
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. Scope is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and wellbeing of children and adults at risk, whether receiving services or being staff or volunteers. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Volunteer Opportunity – Join the KA Radio Team!
Are you passionate about music, radio, and entertainment? KA Radio is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help us grow our online radio station.
As a volunteer, you’ll have the opportunity to gain real-world experience in online broadcasting, work with a friendly remote team, and develop valuable skills in communication, media, and teamwork.
We’re looking for people who are:
Passionate about music and radio.
Reliable, friendly, and willing to learn.
Able to work well as part of a remote team.
Roles:
Radio Presenter/DJ
News Reader
Social Media Assistant
Content Creator
Events & Promotions Support
Marketing Assistant
Website Support
Technical Support
Station Administrator
General Station Support
…and much more!
What you’ll gain:
Hands-on experience in online radio broadcasting.
Training and support from the KA Radio team.
A chance to build your confidence and communication skills.
Experience that can strengthen your CV or college applications.
The opportunity to be part of a growing online radio station.
Please note that this is a volunteer position and is unpaid. We’re looking for people who enjoy radio and want to be part of an exciting community while gaining valuable experience.
Apply today and become part of the KA Radio family—we’d love to hear from you!
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Hertfordshire’s Family Centre Service brings children’s centres, health visiting and school nursing together, to provide a more joined-up service for children, young people, and their families.
The centres deliver a range of support groups and activities for children and their families to help them be healthy, grow and develop. To make it easy for families to fit sessions and services around their busy lives, access is available from any Hertfordshire Family centre. We have locations across the entire county so please do enquire ensuring you have provided your postcode.
Main Tasks/ Responsibilities/ Activities
To support Public Health Nursing teams by helping parents use baby weighing equipment in a welcoming and safe environment.
Key Responsibilities:
· Welcome parents, carers, and babies to the self-weigh session in a friendly and approachable way.
· Explain how to use the weighing equipment safely and accurately (training provided).
· Support parents to record their baby’s weight on growth charts or apps as appropriate.
· Ensure the weighing area is safe, clean, and ready for families to use.
· Provide reassurance and encouragement to parents and carers.
· Signpost any questions or concerns about a baby’s health or development to a Family Centre staff member
Skills / Abilities / Experience / Qualities
· Friendly, patient, and approachable.
· Good communication and listening skills.
· Confident in supporting parents to use simple equipment (training given).
· Reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team.
· Respectful and non-judgemental towards all families.
Training / Support
· A full induction to the service and specific site will be provided.
· Requirement to undertake One YMCA online training courses
· To understand and implement One YMCA’s policies.
· Ongoing support and regular 1:1 meetings
· Access to organisational events throughout the year including Socials, Conferences and Training opportunities.
Additional Information
· Undergo enhanced DBS check
· X2 References required
· Undertake additional training as and when required
· We offer to pay volunteers’ “out of pocket” expenses within agreed guidelines
One YMCA's mission is to create supportive and energizing communities where young people can belong, contribute, and thrive.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Volunteer Creator & Collaborator Outreach Assistant (Remote)
Organisation: Influential Stars
Location: Remote – UK based
Commitment: Approximately 10-15 flexible hours per week
Contract Type: Volunteer
About Us
Influential Stars is a purpose-driven platform connecting Creators, Collaborators, supporters and causes through exclusive experiences, sponsored events and fundraising campaigns.
We believe anyone with a BIG heart can use their influence, networks and community to make a positive difference.
Our Story
Influential Stars was founded by Lisa Connell, who is living with an inoperable brain tumour and has spent many years supporting charitable causes.
The platform was created from a simple belief: when influence, connection and community come together, they can create meaningful impact.
Role and Purpose
Did you know you can use your influence for good?
Most people don’t realise how much influence they already have. Influence is not just about social media followers, it can come from your workplace, university, local community, friendships, professional network or simply knowing the right person.
We are looking for proactive and enthusiastic individuals to help identify and inspire people with BIG hearts to become Creators or Collaborators with Influential Stars.
As a Volunteer Creator & Collaborator Outreach Assistant, you will help raise awareness by building relationships, introducing suitable people to the platform and sharing Influential Stars within online and offline communities.
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Every registered Collaborator receives a personalised A4 referral poster featuring their unique QR code and referral code. This means you can support the platform by distributing posters in appropriate locations, sharing your tracked referral details or speaking directly to people within your network.
You can focus on poster distribution, digital outreach, community networking or a combination of all three. You do not need a large social media following or previous professional experience.
Ways You Could Help
● Display your personalised referral poster in workplaces, universities, cafés, gyms, salons, community centres, clubs and other suitable venues, with permission.
● Ask local businesses and organisations to display your poster. ● Share your unique referral link, QR code and approved Influential Stars content online.
● Add your referral link to your social media biography, email signature or appropriate community profiles.
● Introduce Influential Stars within professional networks, university societies, local groups and community organisations.
● Speak to friends, colleagues, business owners and community members who may make suitable Creators or Collaborators.
● Attend networking events, community events or local activities and introduce people to the platform.
● Encourage other people to register as Collaborators and begin sharing their own personalised referral poster.
● Make FIT List nominations and inspire suitable people to use their influence for a meaningful cause.
Key Responsibilities
● Identify potential Creators, Collaborators and supporters.
● Build relationships and introduce suitable individuals to Influential Stars.
● Explain the Creator and Collaborator opportunities clearly and accurately using approved information.
● Encourage people to explore fundraising opportunities for causes they care about.
● Promote Influential Stars within online and offline communities.
● Share your personalised referral link, QR code and approved content.
● Approach appropriate venues and request permission to display your personalised A4 poster.
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● Keep a record of poster placements, including the venue, contact, agreed display period and a photograph where possible.
● Check, replace or remove posters when necessary or at the end of an agreed display period.
● Engage with people through LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and other appropriate networks.
● Follow up with people who have expressed an interest and direct detailed enquiries to the relevant Influential Stars team member.
● Share approved content and help raise awareness of the platform and its registered causes.
● Keep accurate records of outreach, referrals, responses and follow-up actions within our CRM system.
● Follow Influential Stars’ brand guidance and avoid unsolicited or excessive messaging.
● Contribute ideas for building awareness, attracting new Collaborators and reaching potential Creators.
Skills and Experience Required
Essential
● Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
● Confidence approaching and speaking with people online or offline.
● A friendly, professional and respectful approach.
● Good organisational and follow-up skills.
● Self-motivated, proactive and reliable.
● Comfortable following approved messaging and guidance.
● Passion for helping others and creating a positive impact.
● Willingness to represent Influential Stars appropriately.
Desirable
● Interest in digital marketing, communications, PR, business, events, charities or fundraising.
● Experience in outreach, networking, promotions, community engagement, recruitment, customer service or business development.
● Experience using social media for engagement or promotion.
● Confidence approaching businesses and community venues about displaying posters.
● Existing connections with workplaces, universities, clubs, local businesses or community groups.
● Experience as a student ambassador, brand ambassador, volunteer coordinator or event promoter.
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Previous professional experience is not essential. Guidance, approved messaging, resources and a personalised referral poster will be provided.
Working Arrangement
● Fully remote volunteer position.
● Flexible hours to fit around studies, employment and other commitments. ● Typical commitment of approximately 2–5 hours per week.
● Freedom to focus on digital outreach, poster distribution, community networking or a combination.
● Optional online and in-person team meetings.
● Ongoing guidance and support from the Influential Stars team.
Why Volunteer with Us?
● Gain practical experience in outreach, networking and community growth. ● Develop communication, relationship-building and promotional skills. ● Gain experience using tracked referrals and offline marketing materials. ● Build confidence approaching businesses, organisations and potential supporters.
● Strengthen your CV and LinkedIn profile.
● Build your professional and community network.
● Join a growing, mission-driven organisation.
● Help people use their influence to raise funds and awareness for meaningful causes.
Volunteer Benefits & Rewards
This is currently a volunteer role, offering valuable experience and the opportunity to be part of Influential Stars as the platform grows.
As a registered Collaborator, you may also be eligible for:
● A £25 referral reward when a Collaborator you introduce goes on to refer a Creator who successfully completes their first qualifying campaign.
● A 5% Collaborator Thank You from Influential Stars’ platform share when a Creator you personally introduce successfully completes their first qualifying entry-based campaign.
These payments are provided by Influential Stars and never reduce the guaranteed amount donated to the charity or personal cause.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Volunteering Opportunity
Dementia Activity Coordinator
What You’ll Do
Bring joy and stimulation to people living with dementia by planning and running creative, engaging activities at our day care centre, that encourage connection, laughter and participation. You’ll us your skills and imagination to lead sessions centred around an activity area of your choice such as music, movement, theatre, storytelling, arts, cooking or gardening.
You will:
· Plan and deliver fun and inclusive activity sessions for day centre members living with dementia
· Adapt activities to suit individual needs and abilities
· Encourage participation and build confidence among members
· Work alongside staff to ensure sessions run safely and smoothly
Skills You’ll Use or Develop
· Creativity and the ability to engage people
· Good communication and interpersonal skills
· Patience, empathy, and understanding of dementia
· Organisation and planning skills
· Confidence leading small group activities
Time Commitment
Flexible- ideally a regular session each week between 10:30 am and 3:00 pm (Weekdays)
Location: The Mabel Churn Centre, 55b Sunny Road, Enfield, EN3 5EF
Reports to: Day Centre Manager
Ready to Apply?
Our Volunteer Opportunities Pack and Volunteer Application Form are attached and available to download.
If you're interested in joining our volunteer team, simply complete the application form and email it to us. (Email address included in the application pack)
Once we've received your application, we'll arrange an informal telephone chat to discuss the volunteer role(s) you're interested in, answer any questions you may have, and help you find the opportunity that's the best fit for you.
We look forward to hearing from you!
We're a local charity working in the community to support older people, their families and carers. We want everyone to be able to love later life.


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Volunteer Drivers:
We are looking for regular and occasional volunteer drivers to provide safe and friendly transportation for our older members to and from our centre. A D1 License would be required for the role. We can provide additional free training through MiDAS. Each driver is accompanied with a Passenger Assistant to assist with navigation, phone calls, and assisting members.
We have two wheelchair-accessible shuttle buses which are stored on our premises. Each bus is wheelchair accessible and accommodates 8 service users, 1 passenger assistant, and 1 driver. Our service users are primarily located in Deptford, Lewisham, and Greenwich.
About Deptford Mission
Our charity is called Deptford Mission, located on 1 Creek Road, London. Our organisation operates a day centre three days a week (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays) that provides social activities and community support for older persons in the community. We run a shuttle bus service that transports older persons to our centre, where they can enjoy a three-course lunch, coffee and tea service, and activities such as bingo, musical classes, chair yoga, and occasional local outings. Our day centre is open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10:00am to 3:00pm.
We work with volunteers from diverse backgrounds and walks of life and can accommodate individuals with learning differences, complex histories, and support needs. We also provide lunch to our volunteers during their shifts, and we are happy to help support specific skills that they may wish to develop. Many of our volunteers have obtained experience and confidence to pursue employment in social care, health care, and higher education.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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FareShare Greater Manchester is looking for safe, confident drivers to join our busy, friendly delivery team.
We re-distribute tonnes of surplus food a month to charities and community initiatives across Greater Manchester. This is an achievement of which we’re proud, and want to expand and is why we need your driving and delivery skills to support our growing operation, especially in these current times of increased need.
Key responsibilities
Driving a van to deliver surplus food orders to the premises of the various Community Food Members we support.
Loading and unloading the vehicle and carrying out a range of tasks, from basic vehicle checks to delivery administration.
As a Delivery Driver at FareShare, you will be driving a temperature-controlled 3.5 tonnes Mercedes Sprinter van; working closely with a Driver’s Assistant to re-distribute food orders to the premises of a wide variety of Community Food Members. You will be involved with loading the vehicle and carrying out a range of tasks, from basic vehicle checks to delivery administration.
The required skills and attributes are as follows. You must:
Be aged 25 or over, with a clean driver's licence (or a maximum of 3 points).
(Experience of driving a van is desirable though not essential).
Be reliable and be able to commit to pre-agreed volunteer shifts.
Be physically fit to take on moving and handling of food orders.
Possess the ability to follow procedures and instructions.
Have good verbal communication skills.
Have a high respect for Health & Safety standards and procedures.
Have an interest in the work of FareShare Greater Manchester and our values.
In return you will gain:
Career, CV advice and support
A reference for future employers
Reimbursement of travel and lunch expenses
The opportunity to give practical help to fight food poverty and reduce food waste (and associated CO2 emissions)
The opportunity to meet like-minded people and make new friends
Our operating hours are Monday - Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm.
Drivers' 4 hour shifts begin at 8:30am.
We especially welcome volunteers who can commit to one day a week.
The days and rota hours of volunteering are agreed around your availability.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
You must be resident in the UK and living in Greater Manchester, or within easy commuting distance of our base, in order to volunteer with us. There are no exceptions to this rule. This is because we require volunteers to be able to reliably commit to regular shifts for some of our roles. We are unable to offer sponsorship for overseas applicants.
Know someone else who might be interested in volunteering with us?
Please pass our details on to them as we always welcome new people on our teams. :)
As a leading food charity to tackle hunger, our aim is to help tackle the food poverty issue in Greater Manchester.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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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 events organisers have the exciting and varied role of helping plan and deliver local fundraising events to raise the vital funds needed to help cats. Our fundraising events organisers use their passion for cats and people to plan cake sales, barn dances, quiz nights and everything in between.
You can expect us to
What we need from you
You'll be:
Time expectation
Our fundraising events organisers usually spend two to three hours per week in this role, which is flexible and can be shared by more than one volunteer.
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.
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
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