Sunshine charity volunteer roles

VOLUNTEER CEO / EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR WANTED — Lead SUNSHINE Charity Into Its Bright Future!

Start‑up Charity  •  Fighting Loneliness  •  Launching 2026  •  Shape Our Vision, Strategy & Growth

Lockdown showed us something we can’t forget: People need people. Connection matters. Loneliness hurts more than we ever realised.

SUNSHINE Charity was created to bring joy, belonging and community back into people’s lives — and now we’re preparing to launch in 2026. We’re building programmes that bring people together, reduce loneliness and spark genuine human connection.

But every bright mission needs a guiding light. And that’s where you come in.

Volunteer CEO / Executive Director

We’re looking for an inspiring, compassionate and strategic leader to help guide SUNSHINE Charity through its launch phase and into its next chapter of growth.

This is a rare opportunity to shape a charity from the very beginning — its culture, its direction, its impact and its future.

What You’ll Lead On

• Providing vision, leadership and strategic direction

• Guiding our Working Groups as they prepare for launch

• Helping us secure our £10k seed funding target

• Building relationships with partners, funders and supporters

• Supporting the development of our programmes, brand and volunteer journey

• Ensuring SUNSHINE Charity grows with purpose, clarity and heart

You don’t need decades of CEO experience — but you do need passion, commitment and the ability to bring people together around a shared mission.

Who You Are

Someone who:

• Is energised by building something meaningful from the ground up

• Has leadership experience (formal or informal) and loves guiding teams

• Is strategic, organised and comfortable making decisions

• Believes deeply in reducing loneliness and creating community

• Can give time each month to help steer our charity toward launch

• Brings warmth, positivity and a people‑first approach to leadership

What You’ll Get Out of It

• The chance to lead a charity at the most exciting moment in its journey

• Experience in charity leadership, governance and strategic development

• A supportive, passionate team who care about connection and joy

• The satisfaction of knowing your leadership will change lives

• The opportunity to shape a legacy that brings sunshine into communities

If you’re ready to guide SUNSHINE Charity into its future and help us bring connection, joy and community back into people’s lives, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us bring sunshine back into people’s lives.

VOLUNTEER GRAPHIC DESIGNER WANTED — Help Us Build the SUNSHINE Charity Brand!

Start‑up Charity  •  Fighting Loneliness  •  Launching 2026  •  Create the Look & Feel of Our Charity

Lockdown reminded us how much we all need connection, joy and community.

SUNSHINE Charity was born from that moment — from the belief that everyone deserves a little more brightness in their lives.

We’re getting ready to launch in 2026, and now we need a creative, imaginative Graphic Designer to help us bring our brand to life.

If you love design, colour, storytelling and creating visuals that make people feel something — this is your chance to shine.

Volunteer Graphic Designer (Branding, Digital & Print)

We’re looking for a talented volunteer who can help us build a warm, joyful and uplifting brand identity that reflects our mission to reduce loneliness and bring people together.

You’ll play a key role in shaping how SUNSHINE Charity looks, feels and connects with the world.

What You’ll Be Creating

• Eye‑catching social media graphics

• Bright, uplifting banners and headers

• Beautiful digital and print materials for campaigns and events

• Visual assets that help tell our story and spread our message

• A consistent, joyful brand identity that feels like sunshine

You don’t need to be a senior designer — just someone with creativity, design skills and a passion for making things look amazing.

Who You Are

Someone who:

• Loves graphic design and visual storytelling

• Enjoys creating content that feels warm, positive and human

• Wants to help shape a charity at the very start of its journey

• Can create simple, clear, uplifting designs for digital and print

• Can give a little time each month to help us get launch‑ready

What You’ll Get Out of It

• The chance to shape the visual identity of a brand‑new charity

• Real‑world design experience for your portfolio

• A friendly, creative team who love spreading joy

• The satisfaction of knowing your work helps people feel connected and valued

• The excitement of seeing your designs out in the world

If you’re ready to help us build a brand that brings sunshine into people’s lives, we’d love to welcome you into the team.

Apply today and help us bring sunshine back into people’s lives.

START‑UP CHARITY VOLUNTEERS — Help Us Get SUNSHINE Charity Ready to Launch!

Start‑up Charity  •  Fighting Loneliness  •  Launching 2026  •  Bring Your Skills, Energy & Heart

People are crying out for connection. After lockdown, loneliness has become one of the biggest challenges facing our communities — and SUNSHINE Charity was created to change that.

We’re building programmes that bring people together, spark joy and help people feel part of something again. But before we can launch in 2026, we need a team of brilliant, enthusiastic volunteers to help us get everything up and running.

If you’ve got skills, experience, ideas — or simply a pair of willing hands — we’d love to hear from you.

Volunteer With Us as a Start‑Up Charity Volunteer

This is a flexible, varied and exciting role where no two weeks look the same. You’ll help us build the foundations of SUNSHINE Charity and get us ready to deliver the much‑needed services our communities are waiting for.

You’ll be part of the team that turns our mission into reality.

What You Might Be Doing

Depending on your skills, interests and availability, you could help with:

• Supporting our Working Groups (Programmes, Fundraising, HR, Marketing)

• Helping us organise documents, plans and launch materials

• Assisting with events, outreach and community engagement

• Creating content, ideas or simple admin support

• Helping us shape our volunteer journey and early processes

• Being an extra pair of hands wherever needed as we prepare to launch

You don’t need specialist experience — just enthusiasm, reliability and a desire to help a new charity grow.

Who You Are

Someone who:

• Wants to make a real difference in people’s lives

• Enjoys helping out, supporting a team and getting stuck in

• Has skills or experience to offer — or simply a willingness to learn

• Likes variety and being part of a start‑up environment

• Can give a little time each month to help us get launch‑ready

• Believes in reducing loneliness and bringing sunshine into communities

What You’ll Get Out of It

• The excitement of helping build a charity from the ground up

• Experience across different areas of charity work

• A friendly, positive team who value your contribution

• The joy of knowing your support helps people feel less alone

• The chance to shape something meaningful that will brighten lives

If you’re ready to help us get SUNSHINE Charity off the ground and bring connection, joy and community back into people’s lives, we’d love to welcome you into the team.

Apply today and help us bring sunshine back into people’s lives.

VOLUNTEER FUNDRAISERS WANTED — Help Us Raise £10,000 to Launch SUNSHINE Charity!

Start‑up Charity  •  Fighting Loneliness  •  Launching 2026  •  Be Part of the Team That Makes It Happen

Remember lockdown — that strange, quiet time when connection felt miles away and we all realised how much we need each other?

SUNSHINE Charity was born from that moment. We’re here to bring people back together, spark joy, and reduce loneliness through uplifting community programmes.

But before we can launch, we need one thing: A brilliant Fundraising Working Group to help us reach our £10,000 seed‑funding target.

If you love getting creative, making things happen, and being part of a mission that genuinely changes lives, this is your moment.

Join Our Fundraising Working Group

This team will lead the charge in raising the funds that will help SUNSHINE Charity officially launch in 2026.

You’ll meet monthly, share ideas, and take on tasks that directly fuel our growth.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Writing friendly, compelling grant applications

• Creating crowdfunding campaigns that inspire people to give

• Dreaming up fun fundraising activities that bring people together

• Helping us build the financial foundations of a charity designed to spread joy

You don’t need to be a professional fundraiser — just someone who’s enthusiastic, organised, and excited to help a brand‑new charity shine.

Who You Are

Someone who:

• Loves being part of a team with purpose

• Enjoys writing, planning, or getting creative

• Wants to help a start‑up charity grow from the ground up

• Believes in community, connection and bringing sunshine into people’s lives

• Can give a little time each month to make a big impact

What You’ll Get Out of It

• The buzz of knowing you helped launch a charity that tackles loneliness

• New skills in fundraising, grant writing and campaign planning

• A friendly, positive team who genuinely care

• The joy of building something meaningful from day one

If you’re ready to help us hit our £10k target and bring SUNSHINE Charity to life, we’d love to welcome you into the team.

Apply today and help us bring sunshine back into people’s lives.

VOLUNTEER BOARD SECRETARY — Help Keep SUNSHINE Charity Organised, Compliant & Ready to Shine!

Start‑up Charity  •  Fighting Loneliness  •  Launching 2026  •  Support Governance, Organisation & Legal Compliance

SUNSHINE Charity was created from a simple but powerful belief: no one should feel alone. After the isolation of lockdown, we’re building a charity that brings people together, sparks joy and creates real community.

As we prepare to launch in 2026, we’re building a strong, supportive and well‑organised leadership team. Now we’re looking for a dedicated, detail‑loving Board Secretary to help keep our governance running smoothly and ensure we meet all Charity Commission requirements.

If you’re organised, reliable and love keeping things in order, this role is a perfect fit.

Volunteer Board Secretary

As our Board Secretary, you’ll play a vital role in supporting our trustees and leadership team. You’ll help us stay organised, compliant and on track as we move through our start‑up and launch phase.

Your work will help ensure SUNSHINE Charity is built on strong, transparent and well‑managed foundations.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Organising and coordinating board meetings

• Taking clear, accurate minutes and notes

• Keeping all official charity records up to date

• Supporting the board with governance tasks and documentation

• Ensuring we meet Charity Commission legal and reporting requirements

• Helping us build a charity that is well‑run, accountable and ready to grow

You don’t need to be a governance expert — just someone who is organised, dependable and happy to support a team with structure and clarity.

Who You Are

Someone who:

• Is organised, reliable and enjoys keeping things running smoothly

• Has good attention to detail and strong communication skills

• Wants to support a start‑up charity at a crucial stage of its journey

• Understands (or is willing to learn about) charity governance

• Can give a little time each month to help us get launch‑ready

• Believes in our mission to reduce loneliness and build community

What You’ll Get Out of It

• Experience in charity governance and board support

• A key role in shaping how our charity is run and managed

• A friendly, supportive team who value your contribution

• The satisfaction of knowing your work helps us operate ethically and effectively

• The joy of helping build a charity that brings sunshine into people’s lives

If you’re ready to help us stay organised, compliant and ready to shine, we’d love to welcome you into the team.

Apply today and help us bring sunshine back into people’s lives.

VOLUNTEER MARKETING & SOCIAL MEDIA CREATORS WANTED — Help Us Spread the SUNSHINE!

Start‑up Charity  •  Fighting Loneliness  •  Launching 2026  •  Shape Our Voice, Story & Brand

Lockdown taught us something powerful: Connection matters. Community matters. People matter.

SUNSHINE Charity was born from that moment — from the belief that everyone deserves joy, belonging and human warmth in their lives.

We’re getting ready to launch in 2026, and now we need a team of creative, energetic volunteers to help us tell our story to the world.

If you love words, visuals, ideas, or simply making people smile, this is your moment to shine.

Join Our Marketing, Communications & Social Media Working Group

This group will shape the voice of SUNSHINE Charity — the messages, stories, visuals and campaigns that help people understand who we are and why we exist.

You’ll meet monthly, share ideas, and help us build a brand that feels warm, joyful and full of heart.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Creating uplifting social media content that spreads joy and connection

• Helping shape our brand identity and tone of voice

• Writing friendly, engaging communications for our community

• Supporting the development of our website, campaigns and storytelling

• Helping us build excitement as we prepare to launch in London

You don’t need to be a marketing professional — just someone who loves creativity, communication and making a positive impact.

Who You Are

Someone who:

• Enjoys writing, designing, creating or communicating

• Loves social media and understands how to connect with people online

• Wants to help shape a charity at the very start of its journey

• Believes in the power of community, joy and human connection

• Can give a little time each month to help us get launch‑ready

What You’ll Get Out of It

• The excitement of building a charity’s brand from scratch

• Experience in marketing, communications and digital storytelling

• A friendly, creative team who love bringing sunshine into people’s lives

• The joy of seeing your ideas inspire, uplift and connect people

• The chance to help shape how SUNSHINE Charity is seen and felt in the world

If you’re ready to help us spread the sunshine and share our mission with the world, we’d love to welcome you into the team.

Apply today and help us bring sunshine back into people’s lives.

VOLUNTEER PROGRAMME CREATORS WANTED — Help Us Build SUNSHINE Charity’s First Ever Community Programmes! ��

Start‑up Charity  •  Fighting Loneliness  •  Launching 2026  •  Be Part of the Team That Designs the Magic

Do you remember how lockdown made the world feel smaller, quieter, and a little lonelier?

SUNSHINE Charity was born from that moment — from the belief that people deserve connection, joy and community in their everyday lives.

Now we’re getting ready to launch in 2026, and we’re building the team that will design the very first programmes we bring to London. This is your chance to shape something meaningful from day one.

Join Our Programme Development Working Group

This group will lead on creating, setting up and launching our pilot programmes — the activities and experiences that will bring people together, spark joy and reduce loneliness across London.

You’ll meet monthly, share ideas, and help turn our mission into real‑life moments of connection.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Designing pilot programme ideas that bring people together in uplifting, meaningful ways

• Helping shape the structure, content and feel of our first community activities

• Planning and preparing for programme delivery in London

• Testing ideas, gathering feedback and helping us refine what works

• Bringing creativity, compassion and sunshine into every step

You don’t need to be a programme designer already — just someone who cares about people and loves the idea of building something joyful from scratch.

Who You Are

Someone who:

• Is passionate about community, connection and reducing loneliness

• Enjoys brainstorming, planning and creating new ideas

• Wants to help shape a charity at the very start of its journey

• Can give a little time each month to help us get launch‑ready

• Brings positivity, curiosity and a willingness to try new things

What You’ll Get Out of It

• The excitement of designing programmes that will brighten people’s lives

• A chance to shape the heart of a brand‑new charity

• New skills in programme development, planning and community engagement

• A friendly, supportive team who believe in spreading sunshine

• The joy of seeing your ideas come to life in London

If you’re ready to help us create the programmes that will bring SUNSHINE Charity to life, we’d love to welcome you into the team.

Apply today and help us bring sunshine back into people’s lives.

VOLUNTEERS WANTED — Help Us Bring SUNSHINE Back Into People’s Lives!

Start‑up Charity • Fighting Loneliness • Launching 2026 • Be Part of the Beginning

Do you remember those lockdown days when connection felt far away and community suddenly mattered more than ever? At SUNSHINE Charity, we’re on a mission to make sure no one ever feels that alone again.

We’re a brand‑new start‑up charity with a big, bright vision: to reduce loneliness and social isolation by bringing people together through joyful, uplifting, community‑powered programmes. We want to bring sunshine back into people’s lives — and we’d love you to help us do it.

Why Join Us Now?

Because this is the exciting bit — the beginning. Our charity number is on the way, our launch is set for August/September 2026, and we’re building the team that will shape everything we become. You won’t just be “helping out”. You’ll be co‑creating a charity from the ground up.

We’re Recruiting Volunteers for Our New Working Groups:

Each group meets monthly and takes on practical tasks to help us get launch‑ready. You don’t need years of experience — just enthusiasm, ideas, and a willingness to get stuck in.

1. Programme Development & Launch

Help design the activities, events and community programmes that will bring people together and spark joy.

2. Fundraising & Grant Writing

Support us to secure the funding we need to grow, thrive and reach the people who need us most.

3. HR & Volunteering Programme

Shape our volunteer journey, policies and people‑focused processes so SUNSHINE becomes a place where everyone feels valued.

4. Marketing, Communications & Social Media

Help us spread the sunshine — build our voice, grow our presence, and share stories that inspire.

Who We’re Looking For

People who are:

• Warm, positive and community‑minded

• Excited by the idea of building something meaningful from scratch

• Passionate about reducing loneliness and creating connection

• Happy to give a little time each month to make a big difference

What You’ll Get

• The joy of knowing you’re helping people feel seen, valued and connected

• A chance to shape a charity at its earliest stage

• New skills, new experiences, new friendships

• A whole lot of sunshine

If you’re ready to be part of something hopeful, human and heart‑warming, we’d love to meet you.

PLEASE SPECIFY: Which of the Working Groups you are interested in joining when applying.

Apply today and help us bring sunshine into people’s lives.

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VOLUNTEER HR & VOLUNTEERING PROGRAMME CREATORS WANTED — Help Us Build an Amazing Volunteer Experience at SUNSHINE Charity!

Start‑up Charity  •  Fighting Loneliness  •  Launching 2026  •  Shape the Heart of Our People Experience

Lockdown reminded us all how much people matter — how connection, kindness and community can brighten even the darkest days.

SUNSHINE Charity was created to bring that feeling back into everyday life. We’re here to reduce loneliness, spark joy and help people feel part of something again.

As we prepare to launch in 2026, we’re building the team that will shape the entire volunteer experience at SUNSHINE. This is your chance to design something uplifting, welcoming and full of heart.

Join Our HR & Volunteering Programme Working Group

This group will lead on creating, setting up and launching our volunteering programme — the systems, processes and people‑focused magic that will make SUNSHINE a place where volunteers feel valued, supported and inspired.

You’ll meet monthly, share ideas, and help us build a volunteer journey that truly shines.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Designing our volunteering programme from the ground up

• Creating a warm, inclusive and joyful volunteer experience

• Helping shape policies, onboarding, training and support

• Building the foundations of a positive, people‑centred HR approach

• Ensuring SUNSHINE becomes a charity where volunteers feel appreciated, connected and part of something special

You don’t need to be an HR expert — just someone who cares deeply about people and wants to help create a brilliant volunteer community.

Who You Are

Someone who:

• Loves supporting people and building community

• Enjoys organising, planning and creating positive experiences

• Wants to help shape a charity at the very start of its journey

• Believes volunteers deserve to feel valued and celebrated

• Can give a little time each month to help us get launch‑ready

What You’ll Get Out of It

• The joy of building a volunteer programme that makes people feel seen and appreciated

• Experience in HR, volunteer management and people‑focused design

• A friendly, uplifting team who care about connection and kindness

• The excitement of shaping the culture of a brand‑new charity

• The knowledge that your work will help bring sunshine into people’s lives

If you’re ready to help us create a volunteering programme full of warmth, joy and community, we’d love to welcome you into the team.

Apply today and help us bring sunshine back into people’s lives.

Support our mission to bring light and joy to seriously ill children.

Volunteer: Trusts & Foundations Research & Applications

We are looking for a motivated volunteer to support our Trusts & Foundations team with research and grant writing. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in the charitable sector, contribute to meaningful projects, and develop fundraising skills.

Key responsibilities:

• Research potential funders and funding opportunities

• Assist with writing and preparing grant applications

• Support reporting and administration for submitted applications

Time commitment:

• Ideally one day per week (flexible to suit your schedule)

Who we’re looking for:

• Strong research and writing skills, good attention to detail

• Organised, proactive, and able to work independently

• Discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive information

• Ideally some understanding or interest in T&F, fundraising, or the charity sector

• Previous research experience (academic or professional) is helpful but not essential

What You’ll Gain:

• Experience working in a high-impact fundraising team

• Training and support from a passionate, collaborative team

• A chance to make a tangible difference in the lives of seriously ill children and their families

• A reference upon successful completion of your volunteering

Join us and help make a real difference!