Digital volunteer roles in harrogate, north yorkshire

Bring National Identities to Life: Volunteer Graphic Designer for the Loneliness Project at SUNSHINE

Are you a creative visionary with a passion for social impact and identity design? At SUNSHINE—a dynamic start-up charity dedicated to combating loneliness—we’re launching an innovative Loneliness Project that empowers participants to create their very own country in groups. We’re looking for an inspired Volunteer Graphic Designer who can craft visual elements such as flags, coats of arms, and other national identity images to help these groups bring their new countries to life.

About the Loneliness Project

Our Loneliness Project is designed to spark confidence, creativity, and meaningful connections. By inviting participants to work together in creating a unique country—from designing a flag to developing a coat of arms—this project helps individuals build a strong sense of identity, purpose, and community. With your design expertise, you’ll play a crucial role in turning imaginative ideas into visual symbols that represent hope, collaboration, and unity.

Your Role as Volunteer Graphic Designer

As a key creative force in the Loneliness Project, you will:

• Design National Symbols: Create inspiring designs for flags, coats of arms, and other identity elements that will represent each group’s unique country. This will be based off the participants ideas.

• Develop Visual Identities: Collaborate with project facilitators and participants to translate their ideas into cohesive visual identities that reflect their aspirations and cultural narratives.

• Produce Promotional Materials: Help create engaging promotional content, including posters and social media posts, to showcase the project and attract further community support.

• Bring Concepts to Life: Use your technical expertise in graphic design software (like Adobe Creative Suite or equivalent) to produce high-quality visuals that spark dialogue and connection.

You can volunteer on a one-off basis or work with us more regularly, depending on your availability and interest.

What We’re Looking For

We need a design enthusiast who is passionate about art and social change. The ideal candidate will have:

• A Strong Portfolio: Demonstrated experience in graphic design with examples that highlight your creativity and versatility in visual storytelling.

• Technical Expertise: Proficiency in industry-standard design software and a flair for innovative visual expression.

• Empathy & Collaboration: A genuine passion for using design to empower individuals, with excellent communication skills to work closely with project facilitators and participants.

• Flexibility & Initiative: A proactive approach in a start-up environment where every design contributes to a movement toward connection and empowerment.

Why Join the Loneliness Project as Our Graphic Designer?

Taking on this role means more than volunteering your design skills—it’s about becoming a vital contributor to a groundbreaking social initiative. By joining our project, you will:

• Shape a Unique Vision: Bring to life the national identities of groups working to overcome loneliness, and help them build confidence and community.

• Expand Your Creative Horizons: Enhance your portfolio with innovative projects that merge creative design with social empowerment.

• Drive Social Change: See the immediate impact of your work as it fosters genuine connections and transforms lives.

• Be Part of a Movement: Collaborate with passionate individuals committed to creating a more connected and compassionate society at SUNSHINE.

Ready to Design a Nation of Connection?

If you’re excited to use your creative talents to help participants build a vibrant, symbolic identity—and in doing so, combat loneliness—then we want you on our team. Join the Loneliness Project as our Volunteer Graphic Designer and help us bring a world of connection, creativity, and hope to life.

Welcome to SUNSHINE—where every design lights the way to a more united future.

Ecoswap

Ecoswap is a platform for sustainable gifting, offering eco-friendly gift cards that help individuals and businesses reduce waste and align with their environmental values.

At Ecoswap, we address the environmental challenges posed by traditional gifting practices, which often lead to waste, overconsumption, and reliance on unsustainable products. Globally, the gifting industry contributes significantly to pollution, resource depletion, and carbon emissions, exacerbating the climate crisis.

Key Social/Environmental Challenges: -Resource Waste: Single-use wrapping materials and unsustainable products generate excessive waste, much of which ends up in landfills or oceans. -Consumer Confusion: Many consumers want to make sustainable choices but struggle to find eco-friendly alternatives. -Corporate Misalignment: Businesses aiming to meet their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals face limited options for sustainable gifting that align with their values. -Overconsumption: Traditional gifting promotes a culture of excess, neglecting the environmental impact of mass-produced, non-recyclable goods.

By providing sustainable and meaningful gifting solutions, Ecoswap empowers individuals and organisations to reduce their environmental footprint, foster conscious consumption, and align with a greener future. Together, we’re transforming gifting into a force for good.

EcoSwap provides an innovative platform for sustainable gifting that aligns with environmental values and promotes conscious consumption. This is done via a multi-choice gift card which enables recipients to trade their ecoswap funds for gift cards from sustainable and ethical brands or donate it towards charities and impactful causes.

Key Features of Our Solution: Eco-Friendly Product Marketplace We curate a range of high-quality, sustainable gifts made by environmentally responsible businesses. These include plastic-free, upcycled, and locally sourced options that prioritise the planet.

Digital Gifting Experience Our platform eliminates wasteful packaging by digitizing the gifting process, offering virtual gift cards and personalised experiences, ensuring minimal environmental impact.

Corporate Solutions for ESG Goals We help businesses integrate sustainability into their gifting strategies, supporting employee and client engagement programs while meeting ESG objectives.

Guided Choices for Consumers EcoSwap simplifies sustainable gifting by guiding users toward thoughtful, low-impact options, addressing consumer confusion and driving eco-conscious decisions. Impact Tracking

By redefining the gifting experience, Ecoswap empowers individuals and organisations to celebrate moments that matter while protecting the planet for future generations.

Marketing Specialist

Volunteer Role Description (remote, unpaid)

Are you passionate about sustainability and skilled in organic marketing? We're looking for a volunteer marketer to help us spread the word about Ecoswap and drive engagement across our channels!

✨ What You'll Do: ✅ Plan and execute email marketing campaigns to engage our community ✅ Grow our presence on social media (LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok & more) ✅ Create compelling content that promotes sustainable gifting ✅ Support SEO-driven content and organic traffic growth ✅ Experiment with new ways to boost engagement & conversions

�� Who You Are: ✔️ Hands-on, creative, and excited about sustainable living ✔️ Experience in email marketing, social media, or content marketing ✔️ Comfortable working independently in a fast-moving startup environment ✔️ Available 2-3 hours per week to make an impact

This is a great opportunity to gain experience in sustainability marketing while contributing to a purpose-driven company. If you're interested please drop us a message :)

Weekly Time Commitment

2-3 hours per week

Duration of Volunteer Role (remote)

3-5 months

If you want to make a difference to people living with a mental health condition then we’d love to hear from you!

About us

At The Mental Health Community we use our lived experience to build understanding and support for what it’s like to live and work alongside managing a mental health condition. 

We know that it can be difficult to get, or keep a job if your energy levels, how you’re feeling and your ability to go to a place of work every day are affected by a mental health condition like anxiety or depression. But we also know that having a sense of purpose and belonging can really help with the symptoms and impact that mental health conditions can have on you.

Our work is focused on helping people with a mental health condition who are in work or looking for work. We do this by supporting businesses to improve how they look after people, because we know that by creating inclusive and safe spaces at work we make it possible for people with mental ill health to stay in the workplace which helps keep them well and benefits the businesses too.

By joining our board you will be: 

• Making a lasting impact by helping us make more workplaces safe and inclusive for people with a mental health condition
• Shaping the future of our charity as we expand our services and reach more people who need our support
• Using your skills and experience for good by helping guide the strategic direction of our charity.

What we’re looking for

We are looking for at least 4 new trustees to join our team. Whatever your skillset, we’d love to hear from you and there are some areas where we need particular help:

· Treasurer: oversee our financial health, provide guidance on building long term financial plans to help us grow and ensure appropriate financial management.

· Marketing and Communications: strategic oversight of our marketing and communications, raising awareness of our work and reaching new audiences through digital strategies and media engagement.

· Fundraising: develop our fundraising strategy and income streams, including grant applications, corporate sponsorship and campaigns.

· Governance: guide us in operating transparently and effectively whilst maintaining high standards of governance in compliance with our governing document and charity law.

We particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience of mental ill health, young people aged 18-30, people of all socio-economic backgrounds, genders and people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities.

About the role

As a board of trustees we meet remotely every 6 weeks, there may be some activity in between meetings so the estimated total time commitment is 4 hours every 6 weeks.

In addition to using your specific skills to develop how we work, all trustees share responsibility for:

· Developing our activities to help us achieve our purpose and positive impact,

· Making sure we are compliant with our governing document and the requirements of the Charity Commission, and

· Being an active member of the board to help us make good decisions

What you can expect from us

We are committed to supporting our Trustees: you can expect an induction to the organisation and trustee role plus any additional conversations and support you need to help you feel confident in your role.

Our meetings are relaxed and informal; there are no expectations of ‘business clothes’, technical jargon or having all the answers.

We welcome and support your preferences for the way we work together, how you like to receive information and how we can make it easier for you to participate actively in our discussions.

One more thing

We know that great trustees come from many backgrounds and with a variety of experiences and that’s great - we really value people who bring different perspectives and add new voices to our team.

But you might not feel you ‘check all the boxes’ as you read this advert or the role description, especially if you’ve been marginalised or excluded. We get it, and we’ve felt like that too. But we hope you’ll apply anyway because we’d love to hear from you and will take care to help you feel welcome and included.

For more information on the role please see the role description.

Seeking passionate leaders!

Commitment: 3-5 hours a week at the beginning stages, and then 5 hours a month

Location: Remote (with potential in-person international retreats in the future)

Application Deadline: Rolling Basis

Start Date: ASAP

About the Role:

Bigger Than Us Residency seeks dedicated Board Members to provide strategic guidance, fundraising support, and leadership as we launch our pilot program. As a board member, you will help shape the direction of the residency, oversee governance, and support fundraising efforts.

This is your opportunity to be apart of a brand new charity! With big goals and enthusiasm, we are looking for leaders who want to be a part of something grand, leaders who are looking for their next big volunteer opportunity with potential for paid work in the future!

Responsibilities:

• Attend quarterly board meetings and provide strategic input.
• Support fundraising efforts through networking and outreach.
• Offer mentorship and guidance to the residency team.
• Help develop partnerships and funding opportunities.
• Provide oversight on program development and impact evaluation.

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience in nonprofit leadership, fundraising, or program development.
• Strong network within the nonprofit, philanthropic, or corporate sector.
• Passionate about supporting Black and Brown-led nonprofits.
• Willing to contribute expertise and connections to help the residency thrive.

Special Skills (We do not expect one person to specialise in all skills; please let us know your niche) :

• Report Writing
• Finance and budgeting 
• Website Management 
• Social Media Management
• Extensive Decision Making 

We are looking for a Director of Events & Operations to join YAF’s leadership team for the next two years starting in June 2025. We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed individual to manage our programme of events and oversee our operational management.

What you’ll gain:

• Valuable leadership experience in a respected arts organisation 

• Expanded professional network across the cultural sector

• Opportunity to design our strategy and shape YAF’s future

• Skills in events management, leadership, and strategy planning

• Chance to make a significant impact on the future of arts fundraising

• Experience working with a passionate team dedicated to improving acccessibility in arts fundraising

A strong interest in arts fundraising and the aspiration to develop your career within the cultural sector are essential. It is not essential that you currently work within the arts. 

Volunteer opportunity to help White Ribbon Aliiance UK's update our website content and configuration so that they are relevant, engaging and user-friendly to support our mission to improve maternal and reproductive health. 

Role Description 

Role: Website Management Volunteer (Volunteer, unpaid)

Supported by: Movement Director

About White Ribbon Alliance UK: We prioritise the eradication of gender-based violence and the promotion of gender equity in sexual and reproductive health and rights, especially for marginalised and underrepresented communities. We enable access to unbiased and evidenced-based resources, education, and support for women, girls, and trans individuals. We influence healthcare professionals, hospital systems, policy makers, and the public to centre the human rights of women, girls and trans men, intersex, and non-binary people throughout the lifecycle of their sexual health needs. 

Purpose of the Role: The Volunteer Website Manager will support White Ribbon Alliance UK's efforts to improve maternal and reproductive health by helping us on a two month project working to polish up our websites to keep them relevant, up to date and engaging for members of the public. 

Our aspirations for activities the volunteer would perform:

• Review our websites and provide constructive feedback and pragmatic recommendations for improvement.

• Update and maintain our website, ensuring it’s visually appealing and aligns with our brand.

• Ensure that content on our websites meets with internal and external policies and guidelines.

• Work with our team to understand website needs and integrate feedback for improvements.

• Utilise SharePoint and Microsoft Teams for collaboration and document management. 

• Handle ad hoc work required by the charity such as social media, copy writing, administrative tasks, etc.

NOTE: We are looking for volunteers who can reliably contribute 5 or more hours per week for an 8-10 week period to the charity. 

Necessary skills and qualifications:

• Proven expertise in creating and maintaining websites.

• Interest in sexual and reproductive health (SRHR). 

• Strong understanding of, and passion for, intersectional feminism. 

• Effective communication and collaboration skills.

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

• Familiarity with website building tools such as GoDaddy, Squarespace, and Wix.

• Proficiency in Canva, Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, or similar platforms. 

Desirable skills and qualifications: ​

• Photo and video editing skills. 

• Social media content creation skills.

• A basic understanding of HTML. 

Why volunteer with us?

• A referencable project for your CV and portfolio.

• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects in the SRHR space. 

• Development of new skills, including experience working in nationwide non-profit organization. 

• Network with professionals and activists in the field.

• Personal and professional development opportunities, including rerenceable projects for your portfolio.

• Flexible volunteering hours to suit your schedule. 

Diversity and Inclusion: We highly value diversity and strongly encourage applications from individuals in underrepresented communities, such as Black, Asian, disabled, chronically ill, LGBTQ+, and retired individuals. .

APPLICANTS RESIDING INSIDE OF THE UK must already have the eligibility to work in the United Kingdom. The charity cannot sponsor any visas. We are particularly keen to have volunteers located in Scotland, Wales, or Northern Ireland join the team; however, those residing in England are equally welcome. 

APPLICANTS RESIDING OUTSIDE OF THE UK may volunteer if the laws in your resident country allow you to perform the activities mentioned in this role description and to volunteer outside of your resident country.

Fundraising Volunteer

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 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:

As a charity we can help thousands of cats each year thanks to the generous donations from our supporters. Raising funds is a key role in our charity, helping to raise the vital funds needed to help more cats and kittens in need.

As a fundraising volunteer, we will support you every step of the way to ensure your time at Cats Protection is a positive and rewarding one. Whatever time you can give really does make a big difference We have lots of exciting activities to choose from for example attending a fundraising event, fundraising online, promoting fundraising activities on social media, handling administrative tasks, or contributing to the development of new fundraising ideas. Whatever your skill set, this role could be perfect for you!

What can you expect to be doing?

As a flexible role, you have the choice to be involved in the following:

• face-to-face fundraising – organising or helping with fundraising events, attending supermarket collections and monitoring collection boxes.
• online fundraising – assisting with online appeals, increasing social media engagement to maximise funds raised.
• bringing new ideas! We always love to come up with new ideas to raise funds for cats and we’d love to help bring yours to life.
• engaging with your local branch and Fundraising Hub and feeling like an integral part of the team.

What are the benefits to you and the cats?

You will have the opportunity to develop your knowledge though Cats Protection’s learn online system, providing you with the skills to thrive as a fundraiser. You’ll also have the chance to meet new people and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers. Money raised by our volunteers enables us to put cats first. Cats are at the centre of all we do. We care for them, ensure their welfare, and help others to understand and better support them.

We're looking for someone with:

• Sympathetic to cats and our values
• Happy to be part of a team of dedicated volunteers and employees.
• Flexible and adaptable to different events/activities
• Open to new ideas and ways of fundraising

Time expectation

This role is very flexible, often certain times of the year are busier than others. You can choose your level of involvement to suit your schedule.

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.

Fundraising Volunteer

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 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:

As a charity we can help thousands of cats each year thanks to the generous donations from our supporters. Raising funds is a key role in our charity, helping to raise the vital funds needed to help more cats and kittens in need.

As a fundraising volunteer, we will support you every step of the way to ensure your time at Cats Protection is a positive and rewarding one. Whatever time you can give really does make a big difference We have lots of exciting activities to choose from for example attending a fundraising event, fundraising online, promoting fundraising activities on social media, handling administrative tasks, or contributing to the development of new fundraising ideas. Whatever your skill set, this role could be perfect for you!

What can you expect to be doing?

As a flexible role, you have the choice to be involved in the following:

• face-to-face fundraising – organising or helping with fundraising events, attending supermarket collections and monitoring collection boxes.
• online fundraising – assisting with online appeals, increasing social media engagement to maximise funds raised.
• bringing new ideas! We always love to come up with new ideas to raise funds for cats and we’d love to help bring yours to life.
• engaging with your local branch and Fundraising Hub and feeling like an integral part of the team.

What are the benefits to you and the cats?

You will have the opportunity to develop your knowledge though Cats Protection’s learn online system, providing you with the skills to thrive as a fundraiser. You’ll also have the chance to meet new people and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers. Money raised by our volunteers enables us to put cats first. Cats are at the centre of all we do. We care for them, ensure their welfare, and help others to understand and better support them.

We're looking for someone with:

• Sympathetic to cats and our values
• Happy to be part of a team of dedicated volunteers and employees.
• Flexible and adaptable to different events/activities
• Open to new ideas and ways of fundraising

Time expectation

This role is very flexible, often certain times of the year are busier than others. You can choose your level of involvement to suit your schedule.

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.

Our ambassadors are a network of volunteers, based across England – organising fundraising activities, representing the charity in their local area and helping to engage people with the work of the charity.

Ways to get involved
As an ambassador you can get involved by:
•  Inspiring family, friends, colleagues and your networks to support the charity
•  Attending cheque presentations in your local area and thanking our donors face-to-face
•  Setting up a fundraising group with friends, family or colleagues
•  Getting people involved in our latest fundraising appeals and campaigns
•  Promoting sign-ups to our UK and overseas challenge events to friends, family and your networks 
•  Making introductions to your contacts who may support the charity
•  Placing, emptying and banking coin collection tins in cafes, restaurants, shops and your community

What we ask of you
This role would suit you if you:
•  Are looking for a long term volunteering role
•  You would like to get involved with various volunteering opportunities
•  Enjoy fundraising and would like to connect with like minded people

What we offer in return
We are committed to supporting our volunteers and offer the following:
•  A monthly e-newsletter giving you ways to get involved
•  Bi-annual meetings and the opportunity to meet other members of the team
•  Resources to help you fund raise 
•  Ongoing support from the ICC UK team
•  Regular updates about the children and the difference you are making
•  Reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses

2025 is a pivotal time for our small, family centred Charity as we move into our 22nd year. This year our Board will be defining our new mission and preparing for implementation. We're seeking new trustees to join us to contribute to our new mission and define the Charity's direction as we conclude our first mission in late 2025.

The Muscle Help Foundation (MHF) is a small multi-award winning, family-centred charity, delivering both in-person and virtual interventions and experiences in the UK - these moments-in-time are called Muscle Dreams, designed specifically for children & young people (8-28yrs) with the muscle wasting disease, Muscular Dystrophy (MD).

MHF’s impact is felt by beneficiaries and their families across the UK – from improved confidence, greater self-esteem, and an increased sense of hopefulness to a powerful shared identity that connects families, giving a platform to share knowledge, memories and establish lasting friendships.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

We are looking for Trustees who have a passion to take the charity forward, to grow impact, to leave a personal legacy and to feel the sense of personal fulfilment from the time they volunteer.

AS A TRUSTEE, YOU WILL

• Have an opportunity to help improve the lives of children, young people and their families
• Contribute to the governance of our small, well respected, national charity
• Have strategic responsibility for a specific skill area
• Act as an advocate/champion in promoting the charity's work across your network
• Receive induction, support and training
• Bring your lived experience, in using and further developing your skills for the benefit of others
• Be a part of the team that will help the charity achieve its overarching 657 Muscle Dream mission

REQUIREMENTS + KEY CRITERIA

Commitment to the charity’s values, bags of enthusiasm, an understanding and passion for our work, great comms skills and a real desire to want to make a difference to the lives of our vulnerable community. You may have experience of living with muscular dystrophy, other disabilities or life limiting conditions, but this is not essential.

MAIN BOARD MEETINGS + EXPENSES

Trustee Board meetings take place virtually. They are usually 2hrs. Over and above this time commitment, trustees on average, depending on their role, may give additional time in being directly involved in occasional ad projects – MHF Trustees ‘own’ a ‘bucket’, in other words, an area of responsibility like HR, Fundraising, Safeguarding, Marketing, Finance, Digital, Risk or Campaign Management that allows an individual to bring their skills, experience and talents to the charity. Reasonable expenses will be covered.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR – PERSON SPECIFICATION

• Absolute belief in the cause
• Desire to learn the trustee role, previous governance expertise is an advantage
• Excellent communicators with great listening, responding and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to both empower and challenge supportively.
• Strong commitment to equality, and an understanding of disability and how for example this may impact on the quality of life and life choices for disabled people and their families.
• Commitment and time to dedicate to the role and responsibilities of being a Trustee.
• Commitment to the charity’s vision, mission and values.
• Strong desire to make a difference to the lives of our vulnerable beneficiary community.
• Understanding of the context/environment in which the charity works - it is estimated that some 96% of MHF's beneficiaries are those with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD), the most severe variant of muscular dystrophy - it is life limiting.
• Understanding the importance of ensuring public confidence and trust in the charity.
• Collaborative working (part of a team), using sound independent judgement and collective decision making.
• The capacity to grasp issues outside ones personal experience.
• The ability to think creatively both in terms of high level strategy and development.
• Commitment to equality and diversity with other trustees, staff, beneficiaries and other stakeholders.

WHAT DIFFERENCE WILL YOU MAKE?

To provide strategic leadership in line with our values and goals. Trustees will use their knowledge, skills, passion and experience to ensure that the charity achieves its objectives – as a Trustee, you will represent the interests of all stakeholders and act as an ambassador. 

AN AMAZING OPPORTUNITY TO BRING YOUR UNIQUE SELF

As an MHF Trustee, this is an exciting opportunity to bring your unique skill set to help the strategic progression of the charity in reaching its overarching goal to deliver 657 Muscle Dream interventions, that's one experience for every muscle in the human body, cherished moments-in-time that truly changes lives and give hope, and beyond as we reach this goal.

IN RETURN FOR YOUR COMMITMENT

• You will have an opportunity to help improve the lives of children, young people and their families
• Be part of a team all supporting the charity and rowing in the same direction
• Contribute to the governance of a national charity, that's worked tirelessly over the past 20 years
• Have your voice heard and listened to
• Attend events, meet beneficiaries & families and directly witness the impact of the charity’s work
• Have strategic responsibility for a skill area such as: HR, Fundraising, Corporate Partnerships etc
• Network with other like-minded individuals with common values
• Receive induction, support and training
• And much more…

INCLUSION - PROUD OF OUR BOARD DIVERSITY

Our greatest strength as a board and as an charity is in our community's diversity. We are particularly interested in hearing from applicants with diverse skills and experiences that reflect the diversity of our beneficiaries and welcome applications from first time Trustees.

Kickstart SUNSHINE – Join Our Fundraising Committee!

Are you a fundraising dynamo ready to ignite transformative change? We’re launching SUNSHINE—a soon-to-be registered charity dedicated to building community bonds and combating isolation—and we need your expertise to raise the funds that will bring our vision to life.

Who We Are

SUNSHINE is a vibrant, new initiative set to spark community connection and combat loneliness. As we lay the foundation for our official registration, our mission is to create innovative projects that bring warmth and belonging to everyone we touch.

Your Role on the Fundraising Committee

We’re assembling a powerhouse committee to develop and execute fundraising strategies that propel us from start-up dreams to impactful action. Your role will be crucial in ensuring SUNSHINE has the financial fuel it needs to launch and grow. Key responsibilities include:

• Strategic Fundraising Planning: Craft creative campaigns that align with our mission and generate essential support.

• Campaign & Event Management: Organise, lead, and inspire fundraising events and initiatives that resonate with our community.

• Networking & Partnership Building: Forge meaningful relationships with donors, sponsors, local businesses, and community leaders.

• Grant Writing & Sponsorship Negotiation: Identify funding opportunities and develop persuasive proposals to secure vital resources.

• Financial Oversight & Sustainability: Collaborate with our leadership to ensure smart financial management and plan for long-term stability.

What We’re Looking For

We need passionate individuals who bring:

• Proven experience in fundraising—whether through events, grants, or strategic donor outreach.

• A creative, entrepreneurial spirit capable of transforming ideas into tangible results.

• Exceptional communication skills to build lasting relationships and inspire confidence.

• A deep commitment to community impact and the belief that every connection can change a life.

• Flexibility and resilience to navigate the dynamic needs of a start-up charity.

Why Join SUNSHINE’s Fundraising Committee?

Becoming a part of our fundraising team means more than just raising funds—it means being the driving force behind a movement. By joining us, you will:

• Empower Change: Directly influence the launch and growth of a transformative charity.

• Grow Professionally: Enhance your fundraising skills, expand your network, and gain invaluable leadership experience.

• Create a Lasting Legacy: Lay the financial groundwork that will enable SUNSHINE to thrive and make a sustained impact.

• Experience Fulfillment: See firsthand the difference your efforts make in the lives of individuals and within communities.

Ready to Ignite Change?

If you’re eager to channel your expertise into a cause that sparks hope and fosters connection, we’d love to have you on board. Join our Fundraising Committee and help turn passion into action—together, we’ll raise the funds needed to bring SUNSHINE to light and transform communities.

Welcome to SUNSHINE—Let’s light up London together!

Are you passionate about comedy, community, and creating meaningful change?

The People's Comedy CIC — one of Britain’s fastest-growing and most exciting comedy brands — is looking for new Directors to join our Board of Directors.

We are seeking individuals with expertise in any of the following areas:

• Marketing and Growth Strategy
• Volunteer Coordination
• Financial Management and Planning
• Film, TV, and Online Content Production
• Bid Writing and Fundraising
• Campaigning and Community Organising

About The People's Comedy

Formed in 2018, The People's Comedy was established to platform comedians with a message — counter-cultural, alternative, original voices — while ensuring they are fairly paid for their craft.

Our approach is distinct: ✔ No headliners — all comedians receive equal stage time

✔ Tens of thousands of pounds raised for grassroots comedians, paid in line with our equal pay structure

✔ An affordable night out — with 90% of audiences praising our pricing

✔ A collective, community-driven ethos with less ego and more collaboration

Our Achievements

�� Winner – Best Pro Comedy Night and Best Live Comedy Format for Wales & the West (Chortle, 2025)

�� Winner – Best Comedy Format in Britain for Midlands and the West (Chortle, 2024)

�� Winner – Best Themed Comedy Night in Britain outside London (Chortle, 2023)

The Opportunity

This is a formal voluntary position, perfect for someone looking to:

• Contribute strategically to a high-growth, high-potential CIC
• Build board-level experience within a supportive and ambitious team
• Help guide the development of an innovative organisation disrupting the live entertainment sector
• Shape the future of a respected, award-winning comedy brand

We are scaling rapidly, and we’re looking for passionate, proactive individuals who share our vision and values to help drive the next phase of our journey.

Interested in joining us?

• We would love to hear from you! Please get in touch to find out more about this exciting opportunity.

Job description
Fantastic opportunity to make an impactful difference in women and girls lives by leading our social media department and content for the charity's social media platforms, monitoring performance and establishing and/or maintaining active social media accounts, in addition to researching and creating creative content for different social media channels.

What will you be doing?

• Creating and managing social media posts across all social media platforms e.g. Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube,TikTok, and X.
• Develop new, engaging informative content to educate, raise awareness and prevention, increase interest, attract supporters and encourage ambassadors.
• Working in conjunction with the Operations Manager, be responsible for posting original, high-quality content (three times per week) to improve our brand presence, grab the attention of our target audience and drive engagement.
• Assist with creating our new social media strategy 

What are we looking for?

• Commitment and passion to advocate and fight to end sexual exploitation and sex trafficking
• Clear understanding of social media platforms
• Innovative and creative leader
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Highly motivated, enthusiastic and a positive can-do attitude.
• Knowledge of marketing is also desirable.

Skills, experience and qualities needed

• Creative Skills
• Canva Experience
• Commercial Awareness
• Creating Calendar
• Customer Service
• IT Skills
• Marketing and PR
• Research
• Team Working
• Written Communication Skills

- Up to 5 hours per week (remote)
- We request a minimum commitment of 1 year volunteering.

What difference will you make?

Joining our team will give you the opportunity to:

• Contribute to a good cause that makes a real difference to lives
• Make a lasting impact in lives and communities
• Provide education and information on a topic where the silence needs to be broken
• Be a voice for women and girls who cannot speak
• Use and share your skills and gain new skills and experience
• Be part of a friendly team of people

Please note that we will request references.

Role Description

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of an important departments in our organisation, working with the team on fundraising efforts while gaining valuable experience within Emerge Worldwide. We are looking for an individual with the passion and drive for fundraising, to help the organisation reach our fundraising goals and enable us to achieve the crucial work we do in raising awareness and prevention against sexual exploitation and sex trafficking.

We make an impactful difference in the lives of children, young people, women and professionals as well as organisations and businesses. There has been a 10% increase in sexual exploitation and sex trafficking against children (NSPCC 2022), and 99% of victims in the commercial sex industry are female (Unseen).  We desire to provide free training so as many women and girls are trained, enabling increased protection against this horrific crime. 

As a volunteer fundraiser, you’ll be instrumental in the organisation securing the essential funds that allow Emerge Worldwide to reach more people, including supporting and empowering victims and survivors. Your efforts will directly contribute to us offering services to the most vulnerable people. 

What are we looking for?

We’re seeking volunteers with experience in fundraising, fundraising research to help drive our fundraising efforts and expand our support network, including sponsorship. Any experience in bid writing is desirable. We are also seeking volunteers who have event planning and project planning experience. 

This role will include:

● Researching funding and sponsorship opportunities.

● Exploring additional fundraising opportunities and strategies.

● Developing a simple donor journey and stewardship plan to engage supporters, providing ways to deepen their connection with our charity.

● Assisting in the planning and organisation of fundraising activities and events.

● Reaching out to businesses and companies for potential partnerships and donation opportunities.

● Supporting the promotion of our fundraising initiatives and activities.

● Assisting with online fundraising efforts.

● Contributing creative fundraising ideas to boost engagement and donations.

● Collaborating with our Social Media team to create engaging content and campaigns that promote our fundraising efforts, increase visibility, and inspire community support.

We are looking for volunteers who have:

● A track record in delivering successful fundraising.

● Experience of fundraising in the charity sector is desirable but not essential.

● Experience in planning successful events and activities.

● Good knowledge of the current fundraising landscape and interest in keeping up to date with fundraising trends.

● Reliable, organised with good timekeeping.

● Able to work independently and proactively as well as in a team.

● Clear and confident in communication.

● Excellent working knowledge and comprehension of written English.

What you will gain:

This role provides a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in fundraising, bid writing (where applicable), and event planning. You’ll develop valuable skills in building partnerships, communication, and project management—skills that are highly sought after across many sectors. In addition to gaining practical experience, you’ll be part of a passionate and supportive team, working closely with experienced professionals who are eager to help you grow, share their expertise, and celebrate your achievements.

By volunteering with us, you’ll experience the profound impact of helping your community receive awareness, prevention and interventions that will help safeguard and protect them against sexual exploitation and sex trafficking, as well as empowering and supporting victims and survivors. This is a perfect role for anyone looking to start or advance a career in the charity sector, communications, or event management, as well as for those who want to make a meaningful difference with their skills.

We are a welcoming team, dedicated to creating a positive and engaging volunteer experience where you’ll feel valued, inspired, and empowered to bring your ideas to life.

Please note that we will request references, and a DBS check will be required due to the nature of our work.