Sunshine Charity Volunteer Roles
We can bring sunshine into people’s lives by being at the side of all lonely people in our community!!!
One in twenty people in the UK report feeling lonely, and the number is rising.
It can affect people of any age, with the vulnerable being most at risk - including people living with long-term illness or disability. It’s time to change this.
We are the Sunshine Charity, a new startup charity aiming to fight the battle against loneliness and social isolation. We want to be the sunshine in the lives of those who need it, no matter who they are or where they’re going.
Do you have experience in running services, drop in or support groups or other related area?
Do you want to be part of something amazing, a new start-up charity where you will get to help shape, develop and grow its future?
Our Story:
Our Founder, saw the devastating impact of loneliness in his community based social work, including devastating increase in suicides. And he also saw first-hand how difficult it is to get support for those feeling lonely - including his own sister, who has disabilities.
Work started on Sunshine Charity in late 2019 - ready to bring socialising, support and, dare we say it, fun so desperately needed in people’s lives.
Our Work:
We aim to inspire, build confidence and skills, and give people the tools to manage their mental health and wellbeing.
- Our Online and Telephone based support will give those unable to leave their homes, get some human connection, have someone to talk to and listen to them, while getting access to the support they need.
- Our weekly drop-in centre will be open to all, with relaxed social activities and the option to join valuable workshops and mentoring sessions.
- Our 18-30 disabilities group will be a new opportunity for service users to engage each other in a safe social setting. And our support can continue online, sharing opportunities to socialise and practical support for dealing with the effects of loneliness.
- Other activities and projects to help those facing loneliness and social isolation.
The Role:
We’re recruiting a Volunteer for the position of Drop-In Coordinator who will lead on the set-up, development and running of our weekly café style drop-in in Hammersmith W6 on a Wednesday afternoon 12pm to 3pm, including coordinating mentors and buddies and ensuring we have a great drop-in service for those who need it. This includes promoting the service, ensuring all volunteers are trained and have everything they need to carry out their volunteer duties.
Getting Involved:
Whether you want to volunteer some time or know of a lonely person who might like some support, we’d love to hear from you.
Why not volunteer with us and help us transform the lives of vulnerable people suffering in silence and let’s break the chains of isolation and loneliness.
Email us for an Application Form and Role Description
The Sunshine Charity - By Your Side
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
Join the SUNSHINE Movement!
Are you ready to make a difference? To be the beacon of hope in someone’s life? Look no further! SUNSHINE, our community-led charity, is seeking a passionate and dedicated HR Manager to join our mission of spreading joy, fostering community spirit, and transforming lives across London and beyond.
About SUNSHINE:
SUNSHINE is a brand new grassroots start-up community-led charity that's passionate about empowering and improving the lives of people across London and beyond by bringing people together, spreading joy and community spirit through a range of community-based activities, events and projects that foster connections, enhance wellbeing and help transform lives. We're committed to making a positive impact and changing lives for the better.
- Empowering Lives: At SUNSHINE, we believe in the power of connection. We’re committed to bringing people together, fostering connections, and increasing wellbeing.
- Community Spirit: We’re not just a charity; we’re a movement. Our team of caring individuals is here to brighten up lives, especially for those facing social isolation, loneliness, or life’s challenges.
- Safe Spaces: SUNSHINE will offer safe and supportive spaces where people can connect, learn, and grow. Our one-on-one and group-based approaches will be led by passionate, skilled, and positive motivational role models.
- Vision and Purpose: Born out of a vision to address social issues exacerbated by the cost-of-living crisis and the pandemic, SUNSHINE aims to empower individuals who feel disconnected, disenfranchised, and lacking motivation. We’re here to be the ray of hope they need.
Your Role as our HR Manager:
As our HR Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping our community. You’ll be the bridge that connects passionate volunteers with meaningful opportunities. Your tasks will include:
- Recruitment and Onboarding: Identifying talented individuals who share our vision and values, and ensuring their smooth integration into our SUNSHINE family.
- Support and Development: Nurturing our volunteers, providing guidance, and helping them grow both personally and professionally.
- Culture and Wellbeing: Fostering a positive and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and ready to face the world.
You MUST have previous HR experience, ideally in HR Management.
Why Join SUNSHINE?
- Impact: You’ll directly impact lives, bringing joy and inspiration to those who need it most.
- Community: Be part of a passionate community that cares deeply about making a positive difference.
- Growth: Grow alongside us, learning from skilled role models and contributing to a brighter future.
Ready to Shine?
Apply now and be the sunshine in someone’s life! Together, we’ll change the world—one smile at a time.
SUNSHINE
- Fostering Connections
- Enhancing Wellbeing
- Transforming Lives
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
Join the SUNSHINE movement
SUNSHINE is a brand new grassroots start-up community-led charity that’s passionate about empowering and improving the lives of people across London and beyond. We are committed to bringing people together, spreading joy, and community spirit through a range of community-based activities, events, and projects that foster connections, enhance wellbeing, and help transform lives. We’re committed to making a positive impact and changing lives for the better.
We are looking for a volunteer to fill the role of Head of Community Services and Impact to join us at SUNSHINE. In this role, you will be responsible for creating, planning, development, and implementation of our community based activities, events and projects and measuring their impact on the community.
As our Head of Community Services and Impact, your main responsibilities will include:
- Lead on the creation, planning and development of our community based services, providing safe and supportive spaces to the community, especially those facing loneliness and social isolation.
- Lead, train and inspire local teams and volunteers whos goal is to deliver impactful services that truly meet the needs of people within their communities.
- As services evolve, guide teams through change, provide strategic direction, and ensures services are aligned with SUNSHINE's mission.
- Contribute to strategy development and lead on operational planning for community-based services.
- Ensure that services are inclusive and reflect the diversity of the communities we serve..
- Manage the performance and impact of our services, ensuring that we are evidencing the work we are doing and the impact we are making to peoples lives.
- Write grants and funding bids and support income generation for the work we do at SUNSHINE.
- Get involved in supporting organisation wide activities to ensure our success.
- Other duties relevant to the role of Head of Community Services and Impact.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, ages, and abilities. We are especially interested in candidates who have:
- Experience in service development and management or in a related field.
- Knowledge of monitoring, evaluation and impact methods.
- Ability to develop and implement strategies for community based activities, events and projects.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Commitment to the vision and values of SUNSHINE, as well as the role.
If you are interested in becoming our Head of Community Services and Impact for SUNSHINE, please send your CV and we will send you out an Application Form.
We look forward to hearing from you and thank you for your interest in SUNSHINE!
SUNSHINE
- Fostering Connections
- Enhancing Wellbeing
- Transforming Lives
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
Join the SUNSHINE Movement: Be the Change!
Are you ready to ignite hope, spread joy, and create a brighter world? Look no further! SUNSHINE, our grassroots start-up community-led charity, is seeking a passionate and visionary volunteer to take on the senior role as our Chief Operating Officer (COO) to join our mission of transforming lives across London and beyond.
Who We Are:
SUNSHINE is a brand new grassroots start-up community charity dedicated to bringing people together, spreading joy and community spirit through a range of community-based activities, events and projects that foster connections, enhance wellbeing and transform lives. We believe that everyone deserves to feel valued, included and happy. We especially aim to target those facing social isolation who will need access to our charity most.
At SUNSHINE, we’re not just a charity; we’re a movement. Our purpose? To change the world—one smile at a time. We believe in the power of community, connection, and compassion. Our mission is simple: foster community spirit, combat social isolation, and empower every individual.
The Role: Chief Operating Officer (VOLUNTEER ROLE)
As our COO, you’ll be at the heart of our transformative journey. Your mission? To orchestrate the symphony of impact. Here’s what awaits you:
- Start-Up Catalyst: Help us launch SUNSHINE as a registered charity. Your passion will fuel our growth.
- Operational Maestro: Conduct the day-to-day rhythm of our organisation. Efficiency and effectiveness are your forte.
- Strategic Navigator: Chart our course by developing and implementing mission-aligned strategies, systems, and controls.
- Financial Steward: Balance the books, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with charity regulations.
- Collaborative Luminary: Work closely with our Founder and CEO, inspiring our team and stakeholders to reach new heights.
- Growth Alchemist: Seek opportunities, cost savings, and organisational improvements. Be the catalyst for positive change.
Who We’re Looking For:
- Experience: You’ve danced with operations and management or a related field.
- Visionary Leadership: You’re a strategic thinker, weaving operational magic.
- Heart of Gold: Our values resonate with you. You’re committed to spreading SUNSHINE.
Ready to Shine? If you’re passionate about making a difference, send us your CV and we will send an Application Form. Together, let’s light up lives, one smile at a time!
SUNSHINE
- Fostering Connections
- Enhancing Wellbeing
- Transforming Lives
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
Join the SUNSHINE Movement!
Are you ready to make a real impact in your community? Do you believe in the power of connection, joy, and positive change? Look no further! SUNSHINE is calling for an exceptional financial individual to step into the role of Treasurer/Accountant on the Board of Trustees.
Who We Are:
SUNSHINE is a brand new grassroots start-up community charity dedicated to bringing people together, spreading joy and nurturing community spirit through a range of community-based activities, events and projects that foster connections, enhance wellbeing and transform lives. We believe that everyone deserves to feel valued, included and happy. We especially aim to target those facing social isolation who will need access to our charity most.
At SUNSHINE, we’re not just a charity; we’re a movement fueled by compassion, dedication, and a shared vision. Our mission? To change the world—one smile at a time.
Our Purpose:
We’re here to brighten lives and foster community spirit. Especially for those who face social isolation, loneliness, or life’s toughest challenges. We will create safe spaces where people can connect, learn, and grow. Our passionate, skilled, and positive role models will guide individuals toward increased wellbeing.
Why SUNSHINE Matters:
- Empowerment: We believe everyone deserves to feel empowered. Many are struggling mentally, emotionally, and financially due to the cost-of-living crisis and the pandemic. We’re here to change that.
- Hope: Our vision? To be the ray of hope in people’s lives. To ignite motivation, confidence, and self-esteem. To remind them they’re valued and capable of facing the world head-on.
What We Need:
As our Treasurer/Accountant, you’ll lead on the financial management and controls of SUNSHINE, including creating financial systems, processes and policies, lead on banking related matters and register SUNSHINE with HMRC for both Gift-Aid and also PAYE.
You will also act as a Trustee with passion, integrity, and a commitment to our cause. Your role will be pivotal in shaping our strategy, governance, and impact. You’ll collaborate with fellow trustees, volunteers, and our vibrant community. Together, we’ll create ripples of positivity that extend far beyond London.
You MUST have UK finance experience and an accounting qualification.
Your Qualities:
- Visionary: You see possibilities where others see challenges.
- Collaborator: You thrive on teamwork and shared goals.
- Advocate: You champion our cause and community wellbeing and social change.
Join Us!
Ready to be the SUNSHINE in someone’s life? To inspire, uplift, and transform? Apply now and let’s illuminate the path toward a brighter, more connected world.
If you are interested in becoming our Treasurer on our Board of Trustees for SUNSHINE, please send your CV for an Application Form.
We look forward to hearing from you and thank you for your interest in SUNSHINE!
SUNSHINE
- Fostering Connections
- Enhancing Wellbeing
- Transforming Lives
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
Join the SUNSHINE Movement!
Are you ready to make a real impact in your community? Do you believe in the power of connection, joy, and positive change? Look no further! SUNSHINE is calling for an exceptional individual to step into the role of Trustee on our Board of Trustees.
Who We Are:
SUNSHINE is a brand new grassroots start-up community charity dedicated to bringing people together, spreading joy and nurturing community spirit through a range of community-based activities, events and projects that foster connections, enhance wellbeing and transform lives. We believe that everyone deserves to feel valued, included and happy. We especially aim to target those facing social isolation who will need access to our charity most.
At SUNSHINE, we’re not just a charity; we’re a movement fueled by compassion, dedication, and a shared vision. Our mission? To change the world—one smile at a time.
Our Purpose:
We’re here to brighten lives and foster community spirit. Especially for those who face social isolation, loneliness, or life’s toughest challenges. We will create safe spaces where people can connect, learn, and grow. Our passionate, skilled, and positive role models will guide individuals toward increased wellbeing.
Why SUNSHINE Matters:
- Empowerment: We believe everyone deserves to feel empowered. Many are struggling mentally, emotionally, and financially due to the cost-of-living crisis and the pandemic. We’re here to change that.
- Hope: Our vision? To be the ray of hope in people’s lives. To ignite motivation, confidence, and self-esteem. To remind them they’re valued and capable of facing the world head-on.
What We Need:
As Trustees, you’ll lead with passion, integrity, and a commitment to our cause. Your role will be pivotal in shaping our small community charity, including creating our strategy, providing governance, and maximising impact. You’ll collaborate with our Founder and CEO and fellow trustees, volunteers, and our vibrant community. Together, we’ll create ripples of positivity that extend far beyond London.
Your Qualities:
- Visionary: You see possibilities where others see challenges.
- Collaborator: You thrive on teamwork and shared goals.
- Advocate: You champion our cause and community wellbeing and social change.
Join Us!
Ready to be the SUNSHINE in someone’s life? To inspire, uplift, and transform? Apply now and let’s illuminate the path toward a brighter, more connected world.
If you are interested in becoming a Trustee for SUNSHINE, please send your CV for an Application Form.
We look forward to hearing from you and thank you for your interest in SUNSHINE!
SUNSHINE
- Fostering Connections
- Enhancing Wellbeing
- Transforming Lives
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
About Our Steering Group
The Advocacy & Advice Steering Group will be made up of an initial nine young people aged 15-25 from across the UK who will work with clinicians and the team at A Little Bit of Sunshine UK to create guidance and resources to help other young people with their mental health. You must be aged 15-25 to apply for this opportunity as you may be required to travel to events.
Our Steering Group members will be our young leaders overseeing our projects and programmes within the charity! Through taking part in discussions, workshops, and meetings you will learn more about mental health and help to design resources and projects to improve services for young people in your community.
The core role of the group is to support our Advocacy & Advice projects, make strategic and informed decisions and represent young people in their communities. The steering group will help us to design and deliver projects and programmes, hold leaders and the charity’s staff to account for the performance of projects and ensure that their participants and stakeholders are heard and valued throughout the charity’s work.
About A Little Bit of Sunshine UK
ALBOS UK is a youth-led registered charity working to support and empower young people to engage with decision-makers to improve the quality of support services available to them.
We co-lead outreach projects and forums to gather young people’s views alongside a team of young, lived experience changemakers. We help to integrate youth voice into service design and provision, ensuring young people’s core needs are at the forefront of the services they access.
You can learn more about our team and the projects we hope to co-lead alongside our new steering group on our website.
Equal Opportunities
We’re totally committed to equality of opportunity for all. We welcome applications from all eligible candidates regardless of disability, ethnicity, gender, race, religion, or sexual orientation. We especially encourage applications from those who identify as male or non-binary, or whose gender identity differs from the sex assigned at birth, as these are groups which are under-represented in youth voice projects