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We are a church based community project working in the North of Ayr. Our mission includes a music group, an after school club, work within local schools and faith based outreach events. We are looking for volunteers to help us out during our Thursday music group between 2pm and 3pm. Volunteers can choose to do all or some of the following: - Welcoming people in the venue and helping in the registration. - Making sure participants fill in the signing sheet - Accept payment - Help with the use of projector for song lyrics - Take pictures or videos (camera/phone supplied) - Preparing sandwiches and soup using the facilities at the venue - Setting up and clearing up of the venue

Local Group Volunteers help to organise meetings and other local activities and events, usually on a monthly basis, for the benefit of our members and supporters. Tasks are shared among the organising group, and might include identifying and booking venues and guest speakers, welcoming guests, organising hospitality, promoting local activities, chairing meetings, facilitating groups, and promoting membership. Local groups have multiple benefits: > providing opportunities for members and supporters to connect and engage in a meaningful way > getting more people involved and attracting new members > bringing together different skills and new ideas > working on a common cause or area of interest > promoting greater understanding and awareness of humanism > supporting Humanist Society Scotland campaigns Are you a humanist? Take our quiz and find out: https://www.humanism.scot/are-you-a-humanist/ Roles within the local group may be shared out informally or specific roles assigned. Contact Lara, our Community Engagement Manager for a no obligation chat, and explore what volunteering might look like for you, and how you can support our work.

Local Group Volunteers help to organise meetings and other local activities and events, usually on a monthly basis, for the benefit of our members and supporters. Tasks are shared among the organising group, and might include identifying and booking venues and guest speakers, welcoming guests, organising hospitality, promoting local activities, chairing meetings, facilitating groups, and promoting membership. Local groups have multiple benefits: > providing opportunities for members and supporters to connect and engage in a meaningful way > getting more people involved and attracting new members > bringing together different skills and new ideas > working on a common cause or area of interest > promoting greater understanding and awareness of humanism > supporting Humanist Society Scotland campaigns Are you a humanist? Take our quiz and find out: https://www.humanism.scot/are-you-a-humanist/ Roles within the local group may be shared out informally or specific roles assigned. Contact Lara, our Community Engagement Manager for a no obligation chat, and explore what volunteering might look like for you, and how you can support our work.

Local Group Volunteers help to organise meetings and other local activities and events, usually on a monthly basis, for the benefit of our members and supporters. Tasks are shared among the organising group, and might include identifying and booking venues and guest speakers, welcoming guests, organising hospitality, promoting local activities, chairing meetings, facilitating groups, and promoting membership. Local groups have multiple benefits: > providing opportunities for members and supporters to connect and engage in a meaningful way > getting more people involved and attracting new members > bringing together different skills and new ideas > working on a common cause or area of interest > promoting greater understanding and awareness of humanism > supporting Humanist Society Scotland campaigns Are you a humanist? Take our quiz and find out: https://www.humanism.scot/are-you-a-humanist/ Roles within the local group may be shared out informally or specific roles assigned. Contact Lara, our Community Engagement Manager for a no obligation chat, and explore what volunteering might look like for you, and how you can support our work.

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, staff and supporters. A bit about this role We are currently recruiting Education Speaker Volunteers all over Scotland to deliver education initiatives across the country. Our education speaker volunteers have the important and exciting role of raising awareness of Cats Protection. They deliver pre-prepared talks, help spread messages around feline welfare and act as the voice of cats in their local communities. They also deliver talks to both adults and children in a variety of settings. Interacting with children is especially important, as they are the cat owners of the future, and by building their understanding and knowledge we can make the world a better place for cats. What can you expect to be doing? Being part of a passionate team of other volunteers and employees Delivering pre-prepared talks to schools and community groups Hosting information sessions Providing feedback on talks where necessary Taking part in promotional events such as careers days at schools and colleges Delivering education craft sessions at community talks and workshops A bit more information about this role and the team At Cats Protection, we deliver a large number of talks to schools and see lower demand for talks on weekends and in the evenings. For this role, we are therefore looking for someone who has availability for talks during the day as this is when we have the highest demand for talks. There may be opportunity for occasional evening and weekend talks but the majority will take place during the day. The role will suit someone who is a confident public speaker and who is enthusiastic about animal welfare. It would also provide a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to gain experience in a school/classroom setting. As well as photos and stories, we use an online learning website to make our sessions fun and interactive. We provide full training and support, but basic IT skills will be needed and a willingness to use technology as part of the role.

Strathmore Cricket Cafe provide a high-quality cafe service. Main Duties: · To assist with the running of the Lochside Café including: - preparing light snacks, sandwiches etc. as required · Observing and complying with all relevant Health & Safety & Hygiene requirements · Meeting, greeting and serving customers · Cashing-up and the handling of cash - keeping finance records of all Café transactions · Washing-up/clearing tables and ensuring the Café seating area is kept clean and tidy · To carry out other duties that may reasonably required by the Café Supervisor This is an amazing opportunity to access training including food hygiene and adult achievement awards, so if you are looking to gain experience whilst learning this would be the perfect opportunity for you.

WRCED are looking for volunteers to assist with the delivery of the weekly walk, run, cycle schedule. Volunteers can also host or co-host an event and contribute event ideas to the committee. Training will be provided.

Our Fundraising Heros fight back against loneliness, stop fear in its tracks and keep people alive for longer – all while having fun at the same time! Volunteering at our events is a great way to meet new people, boost confidence and have fun. You could be involved in Firewalks, runs and even our annual St Andrews Ball. Jack, a CHSS volunteer says: “I’d never done any volunteering before, but it’s been truly rewarding. Volunteering is something you fold into your life, something you enjoy doing." We believe everyone has the right to live life to the full following the diagnosis of a chest or heart condition, stroke or Long Covid. Our Fundraising team is vital in helping us raise the funds needed to provide services such as community support services, specialist nurses, advice and information, education, and peer support. Join our fabulous team of Fundraising Heroes and learn new skills, make great friends, and make a real difference to people in Scotland who are isolated, scared, or anxious about their condition.

Join a community of amazing people – and incredible dogs! Become a volunteer Fundraising Group Coordinator for Guide Dogs and make a massive difference to the lives of people with sight loss. We need someone to be the face of Guide Dogs in the local community and lead a fundraising group in your area. In this lead volunteer role, you will be the key contact for fundraising in your local community to raise money from a variety of activities such as collections, social events and tea parties. “My advice to people is that they shouldn’t be put off by the word ‘fundraising’. We’re about much more than that as a group. Yes, we do raise money. But it’s also about building relationships, recruiting more volunteers, merchandising, building a community.” – Shirley, Fundraising Group Coordinator If you don’t feel you tick every box but are sure this role is the one for you, please drop us a message and tell us why. We’re open to suggestions and happy to chat with you to find out what’s possible! What you will be doing - Building relationships and coordinating a group of fundraising volunteers to raise funds and being the key contact in a local area. Organising events. Delegating tasks and responsibilities to other volunteers within the fundraising group and making sure fundraising policies and procedures are followed; including all other volunteer roles are maintaining their required records. Skills acquired: Communication Skills, Community Development, Customer Service, Event Management, Fundraising, Interpersonal Skills, Marketing Strategy & Planning, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Teamwork, Time Management. We provide full training in the role as well as an induction to the organization. You will receive ongoing support from a designated member of staff.

We are looking for volunteers to help us: -Maintain the campsite ready for use by Scout Groups -Support groups using the sites -With approval from Clyde Scouts Trustees develop and improve the site -Support any fundraising and events Whether you are great at strimming the grass, cutting hedges, creating events to involve the local community or have any other skills, we'd be delighted to hear from you. All members of the Avondyke Scout Active Support Unit are asked to commit to volunteering for an average of 6 days per year.