Community Fundraising Events Volunteer Roles in Westminster, Greater London

Volunteer Fundraising Events Helper

Thank you for your interest to become a Fundraising Volunteer at Cats Protection!

Cats Protection is the UK’s leading feline welfare charity and our vision is a world where every cat is treated with kindness and an understanding of its needs.

Cats are at the centre of everything we do and our objectives are: homing, neutering and educating people about cats and their care.

We help thousands of cats across the UK each year thanks to our network of dedicated volunteers, employees and supporters.

A bit about the role

As a charity we can continue to help cats and kittens in need thanks to the donations we receive at fundraising events from generous members of the public. Our Fundraising Event Helpers have the exciting and varied role of helping at local fundraising events - such as cakes sales, barn dances, quiz nights – and everything in between!

What can you expect to be doing

● Help set up and/or man stalls at events

● Help on collection days like supermarket collections events or street collections

● Help at fundraising events such as Quiz nights, cake sales and dances

● Promoting a professional image of Cats Protection at events

What are the benefits to you and the cats?

You’ll meet new people, make new friends and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers. By being the link between members of the public and Cats Protection, the money you collect will make a significant contribution to improving the lives of cats and kittens

We’re looking for someone with

● A friendly, outgoing outlook

● An affinity with people

● Willingness to be part of a team

● A passion for feline welfare

Time expectation

This role is really flexible! You could choose to volunteer at one event for a couple of hours or attend multiple fundraising events.  

We’ll keep you up to date with upcoming local events where volunteers are needed. You’ll then be able to choose which events you’d like to volunteer at and how many hours you’d like to give. However much time you can give, your contribution will help raise much needed funds to continue the work of Cats Protection.

Support, guidance and keeping you safe

At Cats Protection we believe our volunteers should be happy and confident in their roles. We provide support and guidance from our National Cat Centre and through our regional and local volunteer groups and teams. We offer engaging online and face-to-face training, expenses and have policies and processes to help volunteers get the most out of their time with us.

The well being of our people is important and at Cats Protection we are committed to safeguarding children, adults at risk and all those that we encounter as part of our activities.

Could you volunteer to join our Board of Trustees and help to put parents first?

Parents 1st UK is the only charity in the UK specialising entirely in peer-to-peer support during pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood. 

We would like to expand our Board of Trustees and it is an exciting time to join us as we also welcome our new CEO. We are currently shaping our new 5-year plan to deliver even greater impact to the people and families we support, which you will have a key role in shaping and influencing.

We are interested in hearing from candidates with a background or knowledge in fundraising, finance, strategy, research and programme development. We are also seeking a new Chair. You need to have compassion, empathy and sensitivity to the experiences of the people we support, as well as a willingness and openness to understand the complexity of their circumstances. You can read more about our current vacancies on pages 3 - 12 of our recruitment pack.

Trustees lead the development of our charity. Their skills alongside values and behaviours that mirror those of Parents 1st UK are of paramount importance. This is a truly unique charity, with people who are passionate about what they do. If you believe you have the experience and qualities we’re looking for, then we would love to hear from you.

We are specifically looking for trustees with the following skillsets:

• Fundraising Trustee
• Finance Trustee
• Strategy Trustee
• Research and Program Development Trustee
• Chair of Trustees

Further details:

Please note: This is a voluntary role. For more information about the different roles available, please download the recruitment pack.

Great opportunity to make a real difference to lives of homeless and vulerable people in West London. Co-ordinating, organising and supporting our historic events calendar.

The charity.

The Upper Room has been supporting both homeless and ex-offender communities since the early 1990's. Over the years we have grown with demand and have a range of structured programmes and projects that support vulnerable and disadvantaged people in West London. in 2023 we cooked and served c33000 free hot meals, and enabled more than 40 people from the prison system to attain their driving licences. In 2024, these numbers are increasing again - so we're working both harder - and smarter, to keep up with the ever-increasing demand. Over the years we have built a varied events programme, drawing in both existing and new supporters, raising local awareness about what we do and of course generating much-needed income.

The role

Is planning, co-ordinating and managing an events calendar which runs mainly from Winter into Spring. This includes our Christmas Carol concert, a series of 3 lectures/'an evening with' spoken word events featuring local stars from stage and screen and the broader arts world, a quiz night and attendance at the local flagship event in June each year - The Green Days Festival in Chiswick. Each event will have its own admin trail and the need for regular chasing and confirming roles and actions with all participants - sometimes with TUR staff, sometimes with other volunteers, and sometimes with various celebs and their agents. Being present at each event (mainly evenings apart from Green-Days which is over a weekend in June) in a mix of overseeing and hands-on roles to make sure everything runs smoothly is also an essential part of the role.

About you

Ideally you have some experience of setting up and managing events in a professional capacity - but this is not essential. If you are a high energy, highly organised person who is passionate about giving something back to their community, we would still very much like to hear from you. This is a hugely worthwhile volunteer role with a highly measurable impact, it will have its challenges so we are looking for someone who can take things in their stride and essentially 'keep calm and carry on' ! Not every event runs exactly to plan, so the ability to plan contingencies and be creative is highly advantageous.

Branch Trustee – Fundraising

Do you have previous fundraising experience? If you do or are good at coordinating and organising events, we are looking for volunteer trustees to help us manage our fundraising activities so we can raise essential funds to improve animal welfare. 

Overview of the opportunity

As Branch Trustee Fundraising Coordinator, you will act as the central contact point for all branch fundraising activities and maintain momentum for the fundraising programme of your branch. You will have fun meeting new people, helping to recruit new volunteers and organising, and attending local events.

As a minimum, trustees would normally be expected to attend a monthly committee meeting lasting some 2 to 3 hours. However, the commitment may vary depending on whether the trustee takes on additional duties.

About the RSPCA

Founded in 1824 we have been saving animals for almost 200 years and are proud to be the oldest welfare charity around. It has always been our vision to live in a world where all animals are respected and treated with compassion, so our volunteers and employees work tirelessly to ensure that all animals can live free from pain and suffering.

Through our numerous campaigns, we seek to raise standards of care, and awareness of issues, affecting animals today. We rely heavily on our volunteers who play a significant role in enabling us to carry out this important animal welfare work every day!

The RSPCA Bridlington, Driffield & District Branch

The RSPCA Bridlington, Driffield & District Branch is one of the branches of RSPCA, but we are also a separately registered charity looking after animals in our local area. Much of the animal welfare work of RSPCA is carried out through local branches, which is run by volunteers who have the support of the National Society of RSPCA.

Primary responsibilities of the Branch Trustee Fundraising Coordinator

•  Produce a fundraising plan and budget.
•  Identify fundraising roles and help recruit volunteers to fill them. 
• Liaise with the Volunteer Coordinator and establish and maintain a database of fundraising supporters and volunteers. 
• Identify potential sources of income to be explored.
• Organise fundraising events.
• Attend events to collect donations.
• Produce or organise the production of branch fundraising materials.
• Contact local businesses who might be interested in supporting our work.
• Produce monthly update reports for the Branch Trustees.
•  Ensure all fundraising activities and events are risk assessed and carried out safely and legally, including complying with data protection regulations and gift aid procedures.

Core Branch Trustee responsibilities

•  Appreciate and support the aims and policies of the RSPCA.
•  Work in conjunction with fellow trustees and branch officers and jointly act in making decisions for the best interest of the branch and the RSPCA.
• Work with national RSPCA staff to ensure that the branch meets all minimum animal welfare standards (MAWS).
• In conjunction with your fellow trustees and Branch Partnership Manager write, adopt, monitor, and review a development plan setting out the short and long term aims of your branch.
• Actively participate in branch committee meetings and to attend the branch annual general meeting and regional conference.
• Be aware of the outcome of regional board meetings and support regional initiatives.
• Actively promote and advertise the society in an ongoing programme to recruit new branch trustees and volunteers and welcome new members.
•  In conjunction with your fellow trustees, ensure the proper management and control of all activities and decisions relating to any premises held or staff employed by the branch if applicable.

What we are looking for in a volunteer:

We are committed to creating a Board which is representative of our society and in particular, our community and surrounding areas so encourage people from any background to apply for any of our opportunities.

Alongside fundraising experience, we are looking for someone who is committed to the RSPCA’s charitable objectives and shares our passion for animal welfare. You would be creative, innovative, bring a fresh perspective, and can put ideas into action. 

You will need to be able to work with people and have good interpersonal skills. You do not need to be an expert although commitment, common sense, and the ability to be objective are vital.

What we can offer you as a volunteer Branch Trustee Fundraising Coordinator

•  We will provide you with a comprehensive trustee training course which will provide you will everything you need to carry out the role.
•  Ongoing support is also provided by regional and national RSPCA staff in addition to any additional training provided by the relevant branch.
• The platform to utilise your skills and experience to oversee the charity and make decisions that have a direct impact on local animal welfare.
• The opportunity to gain new skills and develop existing ones, whilst making a real difference to the lives of animals.
•  A way to expand your professional and personal network through working with like-minded people.

Practical considerations

• Please also note that to become a Trustee, you will need to be aged 18 or over and a member of our branch for three months before you are eligible to be elected.
• Trustees are elected for a 12-month term each year.
• Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.
•  Trustees must sign a Trustee Declaration of Willingness to Act to clarify that they are not disqualified from being a trustee and read the Charity Commission’s guidance for individuals on who cannot be a trustee or senior manager of a charity.
• References will also be required.

We hope you are interested in volunteering for our branch!

Our voluntary roles are subject to an informal interview and trial period. We will ask you to provide contact details for two referees, and dependent on the position, you may need to sign an agreement and undergo specific training before starting the role. 

Could you help to raise vital funds for SSAFA in your local area? You don’t need a military background, just the ability to get on with all kinds of people and some occasional free time.

What is a Branch Fundraiser?

As part of a local team, our fundraisers represent SSAFA at events, and in public. The role includes helping at fayres, street collections, concerts, quizzes, raffles, sporting events etc.

Why do we need you?

We’ve been supporting the Armed Forces community since 1885. Our clients come from all backgrounds and age groups and may have served in WW2 or in a more recent conflict like the Falklands or Afghanistan.

There are SSAFA branches throughout the UK and overseas who support local volunteers to deliver services to veterans, serving personnel and their families. Some branches are divided into smaller divisions to ensure the best local service delivery. Each branch has a team of volunteer caseworkers, support volunteers, executive roles, and fundraisers.

SSAFA branches rely on regular charitable income to fund all the necessities behind our support for clients. This includes volunteer travel expenses, phone bills, publicity, and grants for clients in urgent need. A varied programme of fundraising also keeps the SSAFA profile high in the local community, so everyone knows who we are and how we can help.

When would you be needed and where would you be based?

This role involves being out and about at public events and would suit someone looking to give the occasional day, half day or evening to support SSAFA; when and where would be flexible to suit you.

What would you be doing?

• Be part of a team with collection/buckets tins at events, supermarkets, shopping centres, etc.
• Acting as a marshal at a public event e.g., handing out water to runners, supervising parking etc.
• Being part of a team running a stall at an event, Armed Forces Day, fayre, county show etc.
• Helping with putting up posters, building gazebos, serving refreshments, packing/unpacking cars etc.
• Being a positive ambassador for SSAFA, engaging people of all backgrounds and interests
• Volunteering within the standards and values of SSAFA including observing our policies such as the Volunteering policy and data protection policy (these will be covered in your training and local induction.)

The remit of this role may change over the next 12-18 months depending on the outcome of a trial currently being undertaken.

What can you gain from this volunteering role?

• Use your skills, knowledge, and life experience to benefit others.
• Give tangible and practical support to your local branch by raising funds used directly to support clients.
• Support from your local SSAFA branch and the wider SSAFA community
• Experience, training and skills that you can highlight on your CV and in job interviews.
• Better physical and mental health – studies show that volunteers live longer and experience lower levels of stress and depression!

What training and support would you receive?

• Role specific training to prepare you for your voluntary role - fundraising workshops.
• Mandatory on-line training modules to complete at home, so you are up to date on how to keep clients, their families safe and personal information safe.
• Access to a range of e-learning courses, fundraising guidance, and marketing materials
• Local Fundraising Coordinator
• Fundraising Manager (per region)
• Access to the Fundraising and Marketing teams based at our central office.
• Reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses
• Volunteers will be covered by SSAFAs Public Liability Insurance whilst carrying out the role.

What are we looking for?

• Friendly and approachable people
• Confident people who feel happy to engage with the public, potential clients, volunteers and SSAFA colleagues face-to-face.
• Reliable attitude, staying connected the Fundraising Coordinator about your availability.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and keep information safely.
• Access to public transport or a car to get to events.

We welcome volunteers of all backgrounds, abilities, races, sexual orientations, socio-economic backgrounds, and of all faiths and none. SSAFA are committed to making reasonable adjustments to support volunteers with disabilities, so they have access to the same opportunities and experiences as volunteers who do not.

Minimum Age: 16

Please note: If you are under 18 you are not allowed by law to volunteer at a street collection, raffle or an event serving alcohol. If you are under 16, please contact us, you will need to volunteer with a parent or adult responsible for your safety.

Safer Recruitment: SSAFA undertakes a systematic approach and utmost care at every step of the process of volunteer recruitment, selection, and retention to ensure that those recruited are suitable and appropriate. Measures taken at points along this journey work together to make volunteering at SSAFA a positive and safe experience.

References Required: Yes. We will ask for two character references, this can be a former employer or someone that know you well (other than a relative)

Is a criminal record check required? No

Volunteer Collection Box Coordinator

Thank you for your interest to become a Fundraising Volunteer at Cats Protection!

Our vision is a society where every cat has their best possible life because they are protected, cared for and understood by everyone.

We are a movement of people championing the welfare of cats. We lead society in a richer understanding of all cats and care for those that need our help.

Our Purpose is to help people see the world through cats’ eyes

Our brand new Community Fundraising Hub is here to support you in this role, so there's never been a better time to get involved!

A bit about this role:

Every penny counts when it comes to improving the lives of the thousands of cats and kittens across the UK that need our help each year. Our collection box fundraising volunteers help our volunteer groups raise vital funds by collecting and distributing collection boxes in their local area. Making a difference can mean as little as raising 20p, which is enough to feed one cat in our care for a day, to £150 which is the average cost of a cat in our care.

What can you expect to be doing?

● Overseeing the collection and delivery of collection boxes in different locations

● Recording donations and thanking local businesses and supporters

● Researching local areas for collection box ‘hot spots’

● Sharing fundraising ideas with other volunteers and putting these into practice 

● Sharing your passion for cat welfare and promoting the work of Cats Protection

What are the benefits to you and the cats?

You will develop new skills, expand your knowledge and make a significant contribution to improving the lives of cats and kittens by helping raise and collect vital funds. You will also meet new people, make new friends and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers.

We're looking for someone with:

● Willingness to be part of a team

● Good communication skills

● Confidence in speaking to members of the public

● Confidence in handling money

Time expectation

Our collection box fundraising volunteers usually spend 1 to 2 hours per week in this role, which is flexible and can be shared by more than one volunteer if needed.

Support, guidance and keeping you safe

At Cats Protection we believe our volunteers should be happy and confident in their roles. We provide support and guidance from our National Cat Centre and through our regional and local volunteer groups and teams. We offer engaging online and face-to-face training, expenses and have policies and processes to help volunteers get the most out of their time with us.

The wellbeing of our people is important and at Cats Protection we are committed to safeguarding children, adults at risk and all those that we come into contact with as part of our activities.

Could you help to raise vital funds for SSAFA in your local area? You don’t need a military background, just the ability to get on with all kinds of people and some occasional free time.

What is a Branch Fundraiser?

As part of a local team, our fundraisers represent SSAFA at events, and in public. The role includes helping at fayres, street collections, concerts, quizzes, raffles, sporting events etc.

Why do we need you?

We’ve been supporting the Armed Forces community since 1885. Our clients come from all backgrounds and age groups and may have served in WW2 or in a more recent conflict like the Falklands or Afghanistan.

There are SSAFA branches throughout the UK and overseas who support local volunteers to deliver services to veterans, serving personnel and their families. Some branches are divided into smaller divisions to ensure the best local service delivery. Each branch has a team of volunteer caseworkers, support volunteers, executive roles, and fundraisers.

SSAFA branches rely on regular charitable income to fund all the necessities behind our support for clients. This includes volunteer travel expenses, phone bills, publicity, and grants for clients in urgent need. A varied programme of fundraising also keeps the SSAFA profile high in the local community, so everyone knows who we are and how we can help.

When would you be needed and where would you be based?

This role involves being out and about at public events and would suit someone looking to give the occasional day, half day or evening to support SSAFA; when and where would be flexible to suit you.

What would you be doing?

• Be part of a team with collection/buckets tins at events, supermarkets, shopping centres, etc.
• Acting as a marshal at a public event e.g., handing out water to runners, supervising parking etc.
• Being part of a team running a stall at an event, Armed Forces Day, fayre, county show etc.
• Helping with putting up posters, building gazebos, serving refreshments, packing/unpacking cars etc.
• Being a positive ambassador for SSAFA, engaging people of all backgrounds and interests
• Volunteering within the standards and values of SSAFA including observing our policies such as the Volunteering policy and data protection policy (these will be covered in your training and local induction.)

The remit of this role may change over the next 12-18 months depending on the outcome of a trial currently being undertaken.

What can you gain from this volunteering role?

• Use your skills, knowledge, and life experience to benefit others.
• Give tangible and practical support to your local branch by raising funds used directly to support clients.
• Support from your local SSAFA branch and the wider SSAFA community
• Experience, training and skills that you can highlight on your CV and in job interviews.
• Better physical and mental health – studies show that volunteers live longer and experience lower levels of stress and depression!

What training and support would you receive?

• Role specific training to prepare you for your voluntary role - fundraising workshops.
• Mandatory on-line training modules to complete at home, so you are up to date on how to keep clients, their families safe and personal information safe.
• Access to a range of e-learning courses, fundraising guidance, and marketing materials
• Local Fundraising Coordinator
• Fundraising Manager (per region)
• Access to the Fundraising and Marketing teams based at our central office.
• Reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses
• Volunteers will be covered by SSAFAs Public Liability Insurance whilst carrying out the role.

What are we looking for?

• Friendly and approachable people
• Confident people who feel happy to engage with the public, potential clients, volunteers and SSAFA colleagues face-to-face.
• Reliable attitude, staying connected the Fundraising Coordinator about your availability.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and keep information safely.
• Access to public transport or a car to get to events.

We welcome volunteers of all backgrounds, abilities, races, sexual orientations, socio-economic backgrounds, and of all faiths and none. SSAFA are committed to making reasonable adjustments to support volunteers with disabilities, so they have access to the same opportunities and experiences as volunteers who do not.

Minimum Age: 16

Please note: If you are under 18 you are not allowed by law to volunteer at a street collection, raffle or an event serving alcohol. If you are under 16, please contact us, you will need to volunteer with a parent or adult responsible for your safety.

Safer Recruitment: SSAFA undertakes a systematic approach and utmost care at every step of the process of volunteer recruitment, selection, and retention to ensure that those recruited are suitable and appropriate. Measures taken at points along this journey work together to make volunteering at SSAFA a positive and safe experience.

References Required: Yes. We will ask for two character references, this can be a former employer or someone that know you well (other than a relative)

Is a criminal record check required? No

Our challenge

The Community Fundraising Team is an integral part of The Charity Fundraising Portfolio and the team consists of Community Fundraisers based across the UK. Our role is to provide fundraising advice & support to our Supporter Groups, Community Organisations, Regional Corporates, Volunteers & Events.

How can you help?

We are recruiting a team of Charity Ambassadors to help develop engagement across each Region, to maximise opportunities to raise funds and increase support from the Community. You will be actively involved with The Charity on the ground and play a key role working alongside the Regional Community Fundraisers, as and when required:

· Identifying various opportunities in your local area to raise awareness of The Charity & our wide range of Fundraising Campaigns. This could anything from contacting your local supermarket’s ‘Community Champion’ and organising an information stand and bucket collection or supporting a Supporter Group meet up in your area.

· Representing The Charity in your area, by undertaking presentations & cheque collections at schools, local companies & community groups

· Helping us to recruit new fundraisers and supporting those who are already signed up for a campaign, in your area. For example, attending a local Twilight Walk or promoting The Big Bake to local companies.

What impact will you have?

By amplifying The Charity's voice in your local area, you'll help increase the impact of fundraising campaigns & help grow funds and support us in accelerating a cure for everyone affected by a brain tumour diagnosis.

We’re looking for people who are:

· Passionate about the Charity and our vision

· Flexible and willing to get involved as and when opportunities arise

· Confident and comfortable in undertaking presentations to a wide range of audiences

· Skilled at spotting new opportunities to raise awareness and funds

· Friendly, approachable and able to communicate at all levels

· A team player, who is also able to work on their own initiative

We particularly encourage applications from those who are significantly underrepresented in our sector, including individuals from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities.

What can you gain from volunteering?

· You’ll join a friendly, passionate team and develop an understanding of how this team at The Charity operates.

· The opportunity to network with other volunteers and play a key role in the brain tumour community.

· You’ll have the opportunity to utilise your existing skills, while developing and learning new ones to take forward into the future

Time commitment

Initially, we envisage a minimum of 2 or 3 days per month, depending on the regional focus, and this will also be guided by whether you are researching new awareness raising opportunities in your area, or setting up a school presentation for example. Flexibility if a key part of the role as we are often presented with exciting opportunities to raise awareness or funds, at short notice.

Practical considerations

You will receive training from the Community Fundraising Team and ongoing direction from a Regional Community Fundraiser, who will be your key contact. We carry out reference checks for all individuals who will be volunteering with us on a regular basis. Volunteers will be required to complete some internal data protection and disclosure documentation before commencing the role. Volunteers must be over 18. We encourage volunteers to claim for any reasonable expenses that are incurred in the course of their volunteering with the Charity.

We are ShelterBox.

ShelterBox is made up of people who believe in shelter as a human right – that shelter from the chaos of disaster and conflict is vital. No ifs. No buts. We work to change this by providing emergency shelter and essential items after disaster.

We don’t believe that one size fits all. We work hard to understand the impact of each emergency and the need this creates within individual communities.

ShelterBox was founded by volunteers over 20 years ago and volunteers still play a vital role in the work we do. Last year our volunteer ShelterBox Ambassadors in the UK engaged with over 30,000 people, raising awareness and funds to support us in this vital work.

Become a ShelterBox Ambassador and join a network of humanitarians across the globe who want to see that no one is without shelter.

ShelterBox is committed to working towards a future where no one goes without shelter, but we have our work cut out for us. In 2022, over 113 million people were displaced by conflict and disaster. Some projections suggest that this figure will grow to 200 million within 10 years.

In this Ambassador role, you will be amplifying the voices of the people affected by disaster and conflict, by sharing their stories. You will also be raising awareness and understanding of the disaster relief work we do. The ripple effect of your talks will lead to individuals fundraising and increase communities’ engagement with ShelterBox. Without people like you, we would not have the capacity to reach new audiences or to spread these important stories.

Who are you?

- Passionate, caring, motivated, wanting to make a difference.

What could you do?

- Give talks, attend events, organise activities, support with our campaigns.

What impact will you have?

- Raise funds, raise awareness, recruit other ambassadors.

What will you get in return?

- Meet like-minded people, receive training and support, gain experience and satisfaction, a flexible role to suit you.

Want to know more?

· You will need to be self-sufficient, as this is primarily a lone working role. However, there will be opportunities to connect with other volunteers and ShelterBox throughout the year.

· We’ll never pressure you into taking on a talk or activity. All we ask is that volunteers take part in 8 activities throughout the year.

· You may need to be able to drive or use public transport but it is not essential. You could give talks online instead on platforms such as Teams and/or Zoom.

· You can make the role your own, by adapting talks and creating your own opportunities. We can support you if you have an idea how to use your network of contacts or local knowledge to create your own local fundraising event.

· We are committed to creating a culture in which equity, diversity and inclusion are championed and valued across our international organisation and in all our work, and the personal responsibilities we are all expected to uphold as part of our roles here.

What to expect from us.

· Online training (both onboarding and ongoing opportunities).

· A t-shirt, name-badge, and other materials.

· Access to our Volunteer Resource page where you’ll find digital guides, case studies of people we have helped, resources for your chosen activity (including pre-prepared PowerPoint presentations and notes for Speakers).

· Access to and training in using our online portal to manage your diary and sign up for talks and events in your community.

· Buddying and shadowing opportunities with other volunteers.

· Support and guidance from a dedicated and passionate team who believe in the importance of volunteers.

· Fortnightly newsletters with the most up-to-date information.

Next steps.

We ask everyone to complete an application form, which is followed up with an informal interview (by phone/Zoom/Teams). If you and I both feel it’s a suitable role for you, we will take up references and then organise an induction for you.

Thank you for your interest in joining the ShelterBox family. 

 
About the opportunity 

This role involves helping with events nationally, and local our Midlands Centre, throughout the year. There is no minimum commitment. We are always grateful for an extra pair of hands to help with setting up events and tidying up afterwards.

Times can vary, and you can choose to help all day or a morning/afternoon session. 
 

By volunteering you will:

• Be a valued member of our charity. 

• Meet like-minded people. 

• Have fun by joining a friendly, enthusiastic, and supportive team of volunteers. 

• Visit some fantastic locations throughout the UK. 

• Become an invaluable part of our team and whatever time you can give, will help us to continue our life-transforming work. 

‘Without the continued hard work and support from our volunteers, we would not be able to provide our clients with our life changing dogs’ 

What is involved 

• Signing up to volunteer at events local to you, is a great way to enjoy a day out while giving back to your local community.

• Raising awareness of Canine Partners and what we do.

• Visitors at events hugely benefit from their interactions with volunteers who are the ‘friendly, welcoming face’ of Canine Partners. 

• Handing out leaflets, taking donations, helping with activities (i.e., selling raffle tickets, tombola) directing people to our website. 

• Use your great customer service skills to enhance people’s interactions with the charity. 

• Meet people of all ages and backgrounds. 

• Raising awareness of volunteer opportunities. 

What we require from you 

• Age 18 and over 

• Flexibility to visit different locations. 

• A polite, confident, and personable manner. 

• Excellent customer service skills 

• Most opportunities require standing for the duration of the session and/or being in a busy environment. Please advise us if you have any concerns about this, and we will do our best to support you. 

Support and Training 

• Training on our systems and processes. 

• Reimbursement of expenses. 

• Briefings about each event via email, in advance to attending on the day. 

• Invitation to join our Official Canine Partners Community Facebook Group. 

• A point of contact who will support you in your role. 

• Volunteer clothing and ID badge. 

Are you a proactive fundraiser and looking to support a small charity? We're looking for 2 energetic and enthusiastic fundraiser volunteers to increase the fundraising opportunities for the charity as well as developing corporate partnerships, legacy giving, individual giving and major donors. This role may also include:

• Develop new and imaginative fundraising activities, many of which involve organising events
• Project manage fundraising events, from inception all the way through to evaluation
• Recruit and promote supporters and volunteers for challenge and national events.
• Assisting with researching and approaching corporate entities for event sponsorships, partnerships, Charity of the Year partnerships, and donations from corporate foundations
• Assisting with writing and delivering grant proposals for funding to trusts, foundations and other institutes
• Writing emails and speaking with potential partners about the work of Burning Nights CRPS Support with the aim of securing funds for the organisation
• Helping to maintain the fundraising database, ensuring accuracy and consistency of all records;
• Development in fundraising opportunities
• Keeping in contact with current & past donors and assisting in finding new donors
• Communicating with past fundraisers and encourage them to consider fundraising in the future
• Assist in marketing our events
• Development / Improvement of fundraising support (e.g fundraising packs and materials)
• Create marketing posts for social media & email marketing

Key & Desirable Skills:

• Fully computer literate and fully able with the main Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint as well as the internet and email
• Knowledge of using CRM systems or ability to learn

• Outgoing, friendly and proactive character
• Good initiative and ability to work with little direct supervision but will ask when help is needed
• Be comfortable volunteering within a small team or by yourself
• Good communication skills - Ability to communicate effectively at a number of different levels
• Ability to communicate effectively by telephone, written correspondence and in person
• Experience of writing funding proposals and working in fundraising would be an advantage
• Strong organisational skills
• Knowledge of corporate fundraising techniques including Charity of the Year, sponsorship, donations, marketing would be an advantage
• An ability to present and engage potential partners/sponsors in a compelling way
• Maintaining strict confidentiality

Practical Considerations:

• Age over 18 only
• Expenses will be given in line with the charity’s expenses policy
• It is an indoor role at one site – your home, but occasionally meetings are held in other offices and in the office of the charity or online
• This role is suitable for people wanting to learn new skills as well as improve previously learnt skills

Not sure if you have the right skills? Then contact us or apply as you may have some great translatable skills that would be applicable for this role!

About the Charity: Burning Nights CRPS Support is a UK wide charity that works to improve life for those living with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), their families, loved ones, carers and friends. As a charity we raise awareness about the condition amongst the public, health and legal professionals by providing CRPS awareness sessions so that patients can be diagnosed quicker to enable treatment to start more rapidly.

Application Process:

Apply on Charity Job with CV and covering letter telling us why you would be a good fit for our charity

About Pain Concern

Pain Concern is a charity providing information and support to people with pain and those who care for them, whether family, friends or healthcare professionals. Visit our website to find out more about what we do, including our Airing Pain radio programme, Pain Matters magazine, information helpline, community pain education sessions and our research and campaigning work.  

All pain is unpleasant, but for the 7.8 million people in the UK living with long-term pain it is a part of everyday life. It diminishes quality of life more than any other condition, leading often to loss of work, depression and disability. Anyone at any age can develop persistent pain and you will very probably know somebody affected. Although there is usually no cure, people who receive the appropriate treatment, information and support can manage their condition effectively with life-changing results 

Role purpose

We have various fundraising events throughout the year and we are looking for volunteers to help us to support our amazing fundraisers. This would involve joining us at the fundraising events to cheer them on. This role would suit enthusiastic people who would like to motivate fundraisers to complete their event. We will have at least one cheer point along the route, where we will be showing our dedicated fundraisers how much we support them by cheering and clapping as loud as we can. This will also help to increase awareness of Pain Concern and the support the charity provides.

1 in 4 people in the UK live with long term pain, help us to help others by cheering on our fundraisers!

To find upcoming fundraising events local to you, please visit our website.  Travel and lunch expenses can be reimbursed in line with our Expense Policy. We’d love to have you join us as a Cheer Volunteer why not bring your friends and family along too.

What you would be doing

· Keeping an eye on our website to see which fundraising event(s) you would like to attend

· Working with our Fundraising Team who will be organising the cheer stations

· Adhere to Pain Concern’s policies and procedures

· Representing Pain Concern in a professional manner

· Taking pictures at the event for our communications team to use

 Make a lot of noise and most importantly, have fun by cheering along our fundraisers!

Is this role right for me?

We are looking for an individual who possesses some, or all of the experiences, skills and qualities listed below:

·  Friendly, positive and outgoing personality

· A flexible team player

· Interest in chronic pain

· Ability to travel to local events

· Comfortable with being in loud, busy places

Availability and location 

This is an ad hoc role, which will happen where the fundraising event is taking place.

Benefits to you

· Opportunity to meet new people

· Experience volunteering as part of a friendly team

· Satisfaction of supporting a valuable service in the community

· You will receive support from a dedicated line manager

· We can reimburse your travel and lunch expenses in line with our Expenses Policy

How do I apply?

 For more information, visit our website

Stoke Newington Music School CIC

Provide music lessons to the 'Forgotten Segments' of society

At Stoke Newington Music School CIC, we are deeply committed to addressing the social challenges that many in our community face, particularly those often left behind by traditional music education programs. We focus on three 'Forgotten Segments' of the community:

1) Low-Income Families 2) Neurodiversity (with a specific focus on Special Educational Needs and Physical Disabilties) 3) People Over 65

We believe in the transformative power of music to build communities, enhance mental and physical well-being, and make a lasting social impact. However, in today’s climate, these groups are often overlooked, despite being the ones who could most benefit from access to music education and the emotional support that comes from people who care about them.

At Stoke Newington Music School CIC, we are committed to making these benefits accessible to everyone in our community. Through our programs, we aim to combat loneliness, promote social inclusion, and provide affordable music education to those who need it most. We believe that music has the power to inspire, heal, and bring people together, and we are proud to be a part of this journey for so many in our community.

Sponsorship and Partnership Coordinator

Volunteer Role Description (remote, unpaid)

Job Description: We are seeking a passionate and driven volunteer to serve as our Sponsorship and Partnerships Coordinator. In this role, you will be instrumental in helping our music school grow by identifying and securing sponsorships and funding opportunities from local businesses, individuals, and organizations.

Your efforts will help us expand our programs, provide scholarships to deserving students, and increase our visibility in the community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain relationships with local businesses, corporate sponsors, and individual donors to secure financial support for the school’s programs and events.
• Research and identify potential sponsorship opportunities aligned with our mission and goals.
• Create customized sponsorship proposals and outreach materials tailored to potential sponsors’ interests.
• Actively promote the school’s events, programs, and impact to engage the wider community and attract financial contributions.
• Organize and manage fundraising campaigns, both online and in person, to generate resources for the school.
• Collaborate with the school’s leadership team to ensure sponsorship goals are aligned with strategic priorities.
• Provide regular updates to sponsors about how their contributions are making an impact on the school and its students.

Qualifications:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships.
• Experience in fundraising, sales and / or marketing.
• Passion for the arts, education, and community engagement.
• Self-motivated and proactive, with a willingness to reach out to potential sponsors and partners.
• Ability to work independently.
• Creativity in developing sponsorship packages and promotional strategies.

Why Volunteer with Us?
By joining our team, you’ll have the opportunity to make a significant impact on our music school’s growth and sustainability. Your work will help provide access to music education for students of all backgrounds, while also building strong partnerships with the local business community. You’ll also gain valuable experience in fundraising, networking, and community outreach—all while contributing to a cause you’re passionate about.

Weekly Time Commitment

4-6 hours per week

Duration of Volunteer Role (remote)

6+ months

This is an exciting time to join the Friends of the Huntley Archives at the LMA Foundation (FHALMA) as a Trustee, as we embark on a period of strategic transformation to turn the Huntley Archives into a national digital asset. 

The Chair of the Board will: 

• Lead the charity in its future developments and help us to set and fulfil ambitious goals 
• Provide active leadership and ensure the board operates within its charitable objectives 
• Draw on their experience of raising income to help us secure a more assured and innovative future 
• Take an active role in governance and ensure all trustees fulfil their duties and responsibilities 
• Chair and facilitate board meetings and encourage trustees to engage in sub-committees 
• Protect and be a voice for the Charity
• Work closely with and review and monitor the activities and performance of the Chief Executive 

 To be successful in this role you will bring experience in the following areas: 

• Previous experience as a Chair for a charity or not-for-profit organisation 
• A good fundraising track record 
• Demonstrable interest/involvement with the Black heritage sector 

Please review the candidate information pack via the Reach Volunteering platform for further details including planned Board meeting dates. 

This is an important time for FHALMA, as we embark on digitisation of our records and develop a more coherent online and offline presence and thereby a more accessible and impactful archive.  To achieve this goal, we will need to work on outreach and partnership development, and secure the funding which will be crucial to both our immediate and long term success.   

We look for the following attributes and experiences in all of our Trustees, in addition to remit-specific professional skills and experiences:  

• Previous (charity) governance experience – you may already have experience as a Trustee/Board member for a charitable organisation or perhaps you have worked in a regulated industry where good governance is key.   Either way, you will have first-hand experience of contributing to good governance, and be willing to actively engage in collective responsibility for the good stewardship of FHALMA.  
• Excellent communication skills including an ability to network effectively, and a willingness to deploy these skills in service of partnership/fundraising efforts for FHALMA  
• Collaborative, participative and collegial style of working  
• A track record of bringing energy and commitment to driving strategy forward  
• Strategic vision and ability to think creatively  
• Good independent judgement to make decisions for the benefit of the organisation  
• The necessary time to be an effective trustee  

We also look for alignment with FHALMA’s values and objectives:  

• A commitment to FHALMA’s objectives around education, activism, anti-racism and social justice  
• A particular interest in the heritage of the African and Caribbean diaspora sector including but not exclusively archives, publishing, community activism, schools and higher education, libraries, museums, and galleries  
• Understanding of working with volunteers and lending support and direction  
• Applies the principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership.  

For an informal conversation with our Chief Executive, Beverley ahead of applying, please contact us via Reach Volunteering.

Please submit your application via the Reach Volunteering portal. 

Send us a concise supporting letter and CV specifying the role you are applying for, explaining why you would like to join FHALMA’s Board of Trustees, your interest in our work and how your skills/experience relate to the role advertised. Do also include a note to confirm that there are no reasons, to your knowledge, that would disqualify you from becoming a Trustee.