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Across the UK, our 270 local groups play a vital part in supporting people affected by MS. They provide sense of belonging, unity and friendship. And they deliver services and support for their local MS community. We are looking to recruit a Fundraising Volunteer for the Lanarkshire Group. As our Fundraising Volunteer you’ll support your Group Coordinator to organise local fundraising activities and events throughout the year. In this role you’ll be able to develop your organisation, communication and team working skills.Most importantly you’ll inspire your local community to raise funds that help make sure no one has to face MS alone. Time Commitment We estimate this role will need around 2 hours a week. Our roles are flexible and aim to fit around you. Time commitments for this role may vary depending on your activities. This is an ongoing role. This is a great opportunity to gain experience within a large charity and develop your existing skills and learn new ones. We need you to get involved and help make positive changes to the lives of people affected by MS. About you You’ll have an interest in the MS Society and the work that we do, as well as the enthusiasm to represent both us and our values locally. You will understand the needs of people affected by MS in your area and be sympathetic to the needs and motivations of volunteers. You’ll be confident using Microsoft Office, the internet and email. You’ll be able to apply disability, equality and inclusion practices and understand and apply our risk management system. Ideally you’ll understand the local area and organisations that provide local services. You will be reliable and easy to contact and you need to live in or near the area the group to carry out this role. Apply 1. Read through the role description carefully 2. Please apply online The MS Society is committed to promoting diversity. We can only offer roles to over 18s.

If you have a solid background in fundraising and wish to make a significant impact, we invite you to work with us. We are a volunteer-led organization dedicated to advancing research for childhood cancer. Our objective is to spend every contribution on research most effectively, employing only a single part-time staff member and utilizing donated office space to minimize overheads. This approach ensures our funds are directed to the vital research we support. By joining us, you become part of a smaller charity with significant goals. Your expertise and commitment are crucial in realizing our ambitious fundraising strategy. Time Commitment of up to 8 hours per month

Branch Collection Organiser - Montrose, Angus Flexible with monthly requirements Team Fundraising Marketing & Media Responsible to Fundraising Branch Chair Closing Date 28-01-2024 Reference V16574 About Us We are currently looking for a Branch Collection Organiser to join the Fundraising Events Team in Montrose.The RNLI has a network of local fundraising teams organising a wide range of activities and events which last year raised £14 million to save lives at sea. Each team is supported by a Community Manager, although the range and frequency of fundraising events is determined by the team members themselves. The impact you will make You will enable volunteer RNLI lifeboat crews to save lives at sea by organising and carrying out vital fundraising activity in your local community. What you will be doing Planning and organising fundraising collections, including applying for relevant licences where applicable. Supporting recruitment and organisation of volunteers to carry out collections Liaising with the branch treasurer to ensure income from collections is correctly recorded and banked Encouraging and welcoming new members and supporters into the RNLI, to drive our One Crew ethos Find out more about becoming a fundraising and events volunteer What you need for this role Enthusiasm Good interpersonal skills Confident handling cash IT and administrative skills Planning and organisational skills What’s in it for you Join an inclusive and diverse organisation Have fun, meet new people and join a motivated and enthusiastic team who are making a difference Learn skills and gain experience to enhance your CV Gain the satisfaction of giving back Training to fulfil your volunteer role will be provided and reasonable out of pocket expenses reimbursed Safeguarding The RNLI is committed to safeguarding; ensuring the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment and have a zero tolerance approach to proven incidents of bullying, abuse, harassment or exploitation. The suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. This will include relevant criminal record checks being carried out dependent on the eligibility of the role. (England & Wales; DBS check, Scotland; Disclosure Scotland PVG, Northern Ireland; Access NI, Republic of Ireland; Garda Vetting; International, International Child Protection Certificate process). Diversity at the RNLI Our staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea without prejudice for nearly 200 years. We respect and value diversity of background, skills and perspectives within our teams, and consider it essential to help us deliver a world-class lifesaving service. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from everyone. In addition to having the skills needed for the role, we also look for applicants who share our commitment to living our RNLI values (trustworthy, courageous, selfless, and dependable), and helping us work towards Our Vision: To save Every One. Equal opportunities The RNLI is the charity that saves lives at sea without prejudice. We aspire to be an organisation where our people are valued no matter who they are. We aim to be truly inclusive, benefit from diversity and appreciate everyone for their individual contribution. What next? Apply for this role Hear back from the volunteer manager Have an informal chat If successful, supply references (if applicable) Agree start date Induction (and training if applicable)

This is a varied and interesting role which provides much needed support to our team of very busy Community Fundraisers. You will be helping to generate as much money and awareness as possible in your local area so that CHAS can deliver vital services to children with a life-shortening condition across Scotland and to their families, too. What activities might I be involved in? - Leading local events like bucket shakes, community stalls and bag packs - Making approaches to secure these opportunities, leading other volunteers on the day and counting cash raised to get it ready for banking - Getting fundraising materials, like banners and buckets, ready for local events - Carrying out local research to support specific projects agreed with the CHAS team  - Approaching local groups to arrange talks by a CHAS speaker  - Undertaking any training that will help you with your role.  What skills and abilities will I need to have? - Friendly and outgoing personality - Good communication and numeracy skills - Good attention to detail - Willingness to work as part of a team and to take the lead How much time should I offer? This is a flexible role with lots of variety and some periods will be much busier than others. Your local Community Fundraiser, who will be your volunteer manager, will be happy to chat about how much time you can commit to the role. Where is the opportunity based? This role is based in your local community and some tasks will be carried out at home.  What ongoing learning/support/guidance will I receive? It’s important to us that you feel happy, safe and confident in your role as a CHAS volunteer so you will be invited to complete a short, online core learning package that is tailored to your role.  We are always developing new opportunities for volunteers to learn and offer a range of options for volunteers.  What are the benefits to me? - Using your existing skills and learning new skills - Getting more involved and making a real difference to the families of children with a life-shortening condition - Adding to your CV - Meeting new people - Having fun! What are the benefits to the children and families supported by CHAS? Supporting the CHAS Fundraising Team helps CHAS to raise as much money as possible for children with a life-shortening condition. Community Fundraising Support volunteers are often the first point of contact for the public, so you will be a real ambassador in your local community and can help to make a big difference to first impressions and awareness of CHAS.  What else should I know? The role is for those age 16+.We will pay your out of pocket expenses in line with the CHAS volunteer expenses policy. CHAS is committed to providing a quality volunteering experience to all volunteers free from discrimination and prejudice. Ensuring that CHAS is an equal, diverse, and inclusive organisation improve the quality of care we provide, help us reach more families and children, and maximise a wide variety of knowledge, experience and expertise. We welcome volunteer applications from those who are refugees, asylum seekers, benefit claimants and those with a disability. We can provide more information on volunteering eligibility and any adjustments we can put in place to ensure your volunteering experience is a positive one.  What’s the next step? If you’re interested in the role you can apply online or if you have any questions please contact the Volunteering Team at volunteering@chas.org.uk or 01577 866065. 

Would you like to help us raise awareness of muscle-wasting conditions? There’s approximately 9,000 children and adults with this life-limiting condition and your support will make a big difference. As a Volunteer Collection box Co-ordinator you will support the Regional Development Manager in your region to raise awareness and funds for the charity by placing and managing collection boxes within businesses in your local community. Key activities · Placing charity collection boxes in shops, pubs, chemists, doctor’s surgeries etc in your area. · Making follow up visits to businesses where boxes have been placed to empty contents and reseal boxes for further use. · Counting and receipting contents of each box emptied. · Maintaining accurate records of venues holding boxes and how much each collection box placed raises – you will be provided with a spreadsheet to facilitate this. · Ensuring boxes are clean and in good condition and replacing where needed. · Banking income and and providing detailed report of income to Regional Development Manager within agreed timescales. What could a volunteer gain from the experience? • Meeting new people in your community and working as part of our skilled and friendly fundraising team. • The opportunity to develop new and existing skills in fundraising, management, organizational skills and communication. • A flexible volunteering opportunity that you can fit around your lifestyle. •Relevant training by MDUK.

Our fundraising groups are the local face of MDUK, raising vital funds and constantly raising the profile of the charity so that we can reach more people and their families affected by a muscle wasting condition. In order to be able to provide everyone the help and support they need; we are asking for your skills and enthusiasm to help us grow our fundraising groups! We need people to join our various groups across the UK and make Muscular Dystrophy UK the best-known local charity! What you’ll get out of the role: • Meeting and working with new and inspiring people • Developing your communications, fundraising, PR and organisational skills • Adding to your CV • Developing your leadership skills • Making a difference to your local community by raising funds and the profile of MDUK in your community • Having fun, sharing your enthusiasm and doing something new • Guidance on fundraising, finance and health and safety What you’ll be doing: • Planning, organising and promoting fundraising events and collections with other group/committee members • Collecting funds on behalf of the charity and servicing collection tins • Attending group meetings • Acting as an ambassador for MDUK through building community networks and in talking enthusiastically about the work of the charity • Giving presentations to community organisations / schools • Distributing promotional leaflets for MDUK (general / national event / local event / legacy) • Collecting and delivering MDUK merchandise to local supporters • Liaising with your local RDM contact to keep up-to-date with MDUK local and national events, activities and future direction as well as sharing successes and best practice • Complying with legal requirements e.g. health & safety legislation for fundraising events and MDUK’s internal policies • Where you have an interest in finance or accounts: using these skills in keeping records of the group’s financial activities and overseeing the submission of monies and of year end accounts in line with MDUK guidelines and in keeping with the Charities Act What you’ll bring: • Good communicator • Strong organisational skills • Honest and reliable • Team player • An interest in muscle-wasting conditions and the services that MDUK provides and an to represent MDUK to members of the public • Where managing finances – numeric skills, book keeping skills and attention to detail • Passion and enthusiasm How we will support you: • Support from your local Regional Development Manager with guidance on fundraising, event organising, planning and finance • Fundraising merchandise/materials supplied as appropriate • Opportunities to meet and network with staff and fellow volunteers during the year • Updates on the success of the team as well as MDUK’s campaigns, events, achievements and future direction • We can provide you with training to give you confidence in presenting on behalf of MDUK, guidance on media work and press releases, photography of events and in written communications and thanking supporters Our commitment to volunteers What we expect from you: • Enthusiasm and commitment to supporting the work of MDUK • To maintain and uphold the reputation and good name of the charity • To listen to, and work co-operatively with paid members of staff and other volunteers – treating all with courtesy and respect • To take reasonable care of your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions • To support the charity’s equal opportunities and diversity policy – helping to promote this to all our supporters • To provide us with feedback on how we can improve your volunteering experience with the charity • To inform us if your commitment to us, for any reason, can no longer continue What you can expect from us: • Your main contact will share the Volunteers’ handbook with you, which will act as a summary of the information within the Volunteer Policy (you can ask for the full policy document if you’d like, too) • Regular email updates on the charity’s work • Contact with other volunteers working with MDUK • Your main contact will work with you to provide any support and training you need to fulfil your role • You can claim back pre-agreed reasonable expenses as per the MDUK expenses policy (which is outlined in your Volunteers’ handbook) • Insurance cover, while volunteering, under MDUK’s public liability insurance, as per the insurance policy (which is outlined in your Volunteers’ handbook) • A formal, written procedure for resolving difficulties; if you have a complaint, it will be dealt with promptly and fairly.

What you’ll get out of the role: • Meeting new people in your community and working as part of our skilled and friendly fundraising team • A flexible volunteering opportunity that you can fit around your lifestyle • Relevant training by MDUK What you’ll be doing: As an Ambassador you will be a representative for Muscular Dystrophy UK. You will use your influence and contacts with local small businesses and individuals your local area to help build Muscular Dystrophy UK networks and fundraising partnerships. You will be confident in speaking about the cause and the work of the charity; developing relationships with key supporters and individuals as part of the process. Raising awareness of who we are and what we do is very important to the charity so we are looking for a proactive volunteer who will seek out speaking opportunities and make asks on behalf of the charity to attend events where further awareness can be raised. Specific tasks may include; • Introduce your Regional Development Manager to decision makers in local companies and community organisations • Promoting small business involvement in our Go Bright day and Bake a Difference and/or any other suitable initiatives and events. • Using your experience to help Muscular Dystrophy UK maximise returns from our small business partnerships and local media partnerships • Making introductions to key community figures, groups and networks (e.g. MPs, mayors, WI, golf clubs, rotaries etc) • Helping us to recruit skilled volunteers from your networks • Providing feedback to help us improve and develop the way we work • Attending events and meetings on behalf of Muscular Dystrophy UK. The events and activities the charity is invited to vary from large conferences or fundraising balls through to other fundraising activities such as supporter coffee mornings, quiz nights and cheque presentation opportunities • Delivering key messages about Muscular Dystrophy UK. Speaking about muscular dystrophy and the work of the charity in fighting muscle disease • Recognising opportunities to exchange contact details and develop relationships • Feeding back to the Regional Development Manager on events, key individuals and any actions to be followed up What you’ll bring: • Excellent oral communication • Confident to deliver key messages clearly and enthusiastically • Strong communication and influencing skills, especially over the phone and on email • Relationship building – when attending events you are the eyes and ears for your Regional Development Manager. There is great potential to develop leads and opportunities for the charity. • An understanding of how a charity partnership can benefit a company • You will need be adaptable to different situations and ensure you research and prepare material appropriate for your audiences • Flexible to attend events at irregular dates and times throughout the year • A commitment to and an understanding of disability issues, equal opportunities and diversity. • A willingness to engage new audiences • Can volunteer independently and as part of a team Commitment to volunteers What we expect from you: • enthusiasm and commitment to supporting the work of MDUK • to maintain and uphold the reputation and good name of the charity • to listen to, and work co-operatively with paid members of staff and other volunteers – treating all with courtesy and respect • to take reasonable care of your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions • to support the charity’s equal opportunities and diversity policy – helping to promote this to all our supporters • to provide us with feedback on how we can improve your volunteering experience with the charity • to inform us if your commitment to us, for any reason, can no longer continue What you can expect from us: • your main contact will share the Volunteers’ handbook with you, which will act as a summary of the information within the Volunteer Policy (you can ask for the full policy document if you’d like, too) • regular email updates on the charity’s work • contact with other volunteers working with MDUK • your main contact will work with you to provide any support and training you need to fulfil your role • you can claim back pre-agreed reasonable expenses as per the MDUK expenses policy (which is outlined in your Volunteers’ handbook) • insurance cover, while volunteering, under MDUK’s public liability insurance, as per the insurance policy (which is outlined in your Volunteers’ handbook) • a formal, written procedure for resolving difficulties; if you have a complaint it will be dealt with promptly and fairly.

Being a CHSS Community Connector is perfect for busy people who’d like to get involved and help CHSS, but don’t have much time to give. Their tasks are quick and include signing petitions, completing surveys and sharing posts on social media. As a CHSS Community Connector you can support CHSS any time or anywhere, giving as much or as little time to the tasks as you wish. As long as you have access to a smartphone, tablet or computer you can get involved to ensure No Life is Half Lived. To apply and get more information go onto CHSS website - https://volunteer.chss.org.uk/opportunities/51700-chss-community-connector-2023-08-09

Volunteer in our shops. Our shop volunteers are helping us beat cancer right now.   If you volunteer at a Cancer Research UK shop, you too could make a real difference to what we can achieve. Nothing we do would be possible without amazing volunteers like you.  You’ll also gain valuable skills to help develop your CV and experience. And you’ll volunteer alongside a wonderful team of passionate, friendly people who will support you every step of the way.  Volunteering is open to everyone and no experience is required. So, if you’re looking for a new challenge, we’d love to hear from you.  What do shop volunteers do?  Volunteering in our shops is varied, exciting and rewarding. No two days are the same and you have the chance to flex different skills regularly. There are always new opportunities to keep you engaged and help you grow and develop in your role.  While this list is not exhaustive, it gives you a flavour of some of the typical tasks in our charity shops:  - Serving customers, taking cash and providing good all-round customer service  - Sorting through donated items and pricing stock  - Working on window and shop displays  - Keeping the shop tidy, clean and well organised  - Interacting with the general public  - Following new health, safety and social distancing measures  You don’t need any experience to volunteer . You just need to be motivated, hardworking and enjoy being part of a team. There’ll be a full induction as well as ongoing training opportunities to make sure you’re fully confident and able to excel in your role.  Why should I volunteer? Volunteering brings a wealth of benefits, both personal and professional.   Every volunteer hour you donate means we can sell 6 items and make £20 of income. So, if you volunteer for a 7-hour day, this can generate £140. That means that every day you volunteer, you’ll be raising more funds to beat cancer.   You’ll gain important skills that are hugely valued in the workplace such as teamwork, communication and using your initiative.  You can boost your CV by working towards an NVQ in Retail with Derby College, and we'll provide you with a reference.  It will allow you to get involved in your local community and to meet new friends.  Our friendly CRUK team will be there to support you all the way – offering guidance and helping you build your confidence.  It’s fun – you’ll gain real satisfaction from volunteering alongside our warm, friendly shop volunteers who will make you feel right at home. The minimum age for volunteering in our shops is 18 . If you’re aged between 16 -18 you may still be able to volunteer in our shops, but you must be on a recognised scheme, for example the Duke of Edinburgh. or the Saltire Award. 

Volunteer in our shops. Our shop volunteers are helping us beat cancer right now.   If you volunteer at a Cancer Research UK shop, you too could make a real difference to what we can achieve. Nothing we do would be possible without amazing volunteers like you.  You’ll also gain valuable skills to help develop your CV and experience. And you’ll volunteer alongside a wonderful team of passionate, friendly people who will support you every step of the way.  Volunteering is open to everyone and no experience is required. So, if you’re looking for a new challenge, we’d love to hear from you.  What do shop volunteers do?  Volunteering in our shops is varied, exciting and rewarding. No two days are the same and you have the chance to flex different skills regularly. There are always new opportunities to keep you engaged and help you grow and develop in your role.  While this list is not exhaustive, it gives you a flavour of some of the typical tasks in our charity shops:  - Serving customers, taking cash and providing good all-round customer service  - Sorting through donated items and pricing stock  - Working on window and shop displays  - Keeping the shop tidy, clean and well organised  - Interacting with the general public  You don’t need any experience to volunteer . You just need to be motivated, hardworking and enjoy being part of a team. There’ll be a full induction as well as ongoing training opportunities to make sure you’re fully confident and able to excel in your role.  Why should I volunteer? Volunteering brings a wealth of benefits, both personal and professional.   Every volunteer hour you donate means we can sell 6 items and make £20 of income. So, if you volunteer for a 7-hour day, this can generate £140. That means that every day you volunteer, you’ll be raising more funds to beat cancer.   You’ll gain important skills that are hugely valued in the workplace such as teamwork, communication and using your initiative.  You can boost your CV by working towards an NVQ in Retail with Derby College, and we'll provide you with a reference.  It will allow you to get involved in your local community and to meet new friends.  Our friendly CRUK team will be there to support you all the way – offering guidance and helping you build your confidence.  It’s fun – you’ll gain real satisfaction from volunteering alongside our warm, friendly shop volunteers who will make you feel right at home. The minimum age for volunteering in our shops is 18 . If you’re aged between 16 -18 you may still be able to volunteer in our shops, but you must be on a recognised scheme, for example the Duke of Edinburgh. or the Saltire Award.