Maintenance of park and public facilities at Kirrie Den - can include painting and maintaining park benches, railing and bandstand, reinstatement and maintenance of paths,some pruning of bushes, litter picking etc.
There are also opportunities within Kirriemuir Regeneration Group to get involved with Kirriemuir Camera Oscura and Cafe Obscura, Kirrie Planters, Christmas Lights and Men's Shed along with future projects.
It's interest - It's worthwhile - It's fun and for the community.
Join Our Team and Be the Heart of Change! 🌟
Position: Fundraising & Events – Events Volunteer
Location: Erskine Edinburgh / Various Community Venues - Scotland Wide
Your Mission: Unite with us to build a Scotland where Veterans and their families thrive. At Erskine, our vision is clear: to offer Veterans their best possible future through the best possible care and community support.
Role at a Glance:
As an Events Volunteer, you'll be at the forefront of generating vital funds to support our Veterans. Your enthusiasm will light up various community settings as you:
📆 Schedule: Coordinate with our fundraising team based on your availability, making this a flexible commitment.
🏢 Event Setup/Clear up: Play a crucial role in setting up and tidying event/venue areas and displays, ensuring everything runs smoothly.
📋 Registration Desk Host: Welcome participants with a warm smile and assist them with registrations.
🛍️ Merchandise Maestro: Show off your sales skills by manning our Erskine-branded merchandise stalls.
🎟️ Raffle Rockstar: Sell raffle tickets and/or collect donations on-site during events.
🚚 Logistics Pro: Help transport goods and resources to and from event venues.
🏃 General Runner: Be the go-to person for various on-the-day tasks that keep the event running seamlessly.
🎉 Event Extraordinaire: If you're up for it, you might even contribute to event entertainment, activities, or event photography to capture the magic.
🤝 Support Ambassador: Provide support, encouragement, and resources to event participants taking on sponsorship challenges.
Time Commitment:
Length: A minimum of one day.
Weekly Hours: 2-8 hours, depending on your availability. We're flexible to accommodate your schedule.
Training Requirements:
🌟 Core Induction: Get acquainted with Erskine's history mission and values.
🏛️ Site Briefing: Familiarise yourself with the event location and role tasks.
🤝 Optional Fundraising Session: Enhance your fundraising knowledge to learn re our targets and how our money is spent on veterans
Diversity and Inclusion:
Erskine welcomes individuals from diverse backgrounds and ethnicities, aged 14 and above. You don't need prior experience; our training program will support you every step of the way.
Skills and Attributes:
💙 Passion: A deep commitment to supporting Veterans.
🤝 Trustworthiness and Honesty: Essential qualities for our team.
😄 Professional and Friendly: An outgoing manner that engages people.
📜 Adherence to Guidelines: Ability to work within fundraising guidelines.
Requirements and Benefits:
👥 Age Requirement: Must be 16+ for bucket collections unless accompanied by a parent/guardian or volunteering as part of a uniformed group.
🚗 Travel Expenses: Receive reimbursement for out-of-pocket travel expenses, up to £15 per day.
Rewards of Volunteering:
By joining us, you become an essential part of raising funds and awareness for Erskine. You directly contribute to ensuring that our residents receive the quality of care they so richly deserve.
Ready to Enlist for a Cause? Apply Now!
Your dedication can change lives and shape a brighter future for Veterans and their families. Together, we'll make Scotland a place where they truly thrive. Join us today and be the heart of change! 🤝
Ready to Make a Difference? Contact Us:
📞 0141 814 4640
📧 volunteering@erskine.org.uk
🌐 www.erskine.org.uk
Have you got skills you could use to help raise money in your local community? Then a Fundraiser volunteer role might be perfect for you!
All across the country Guide Dogs work tirelessly to ensure that the service user comes first and we are enabled to do that through the hard work and dedication of our Fundraising groups spread across the UK.
In 2023 a fundraiser doesn't have to be jingling a bucket outside of a local supermarket but instead be raising money for the cause they believe in, from their very own home. During COVID we uncovered many new ways to fundraise and it allowed our volunteers to unlock lost/new talents and it is a mindset we have kept going!
With full training provided along with uniform, expenses paid and a key contact at Guide Dogs, you can truly make the role your own and become a valuable member of the Guide Dogs family.
Would you feel confident managing the finances for your local fundraising group? Yes? Then we need your help!
All across the country Guide Dogs work tirelessly to ensure that the service user comes first and we are enabled to do that through the hard work and dedication of our Fundraising groups spread across the UK.
We need someone to take the lead on monitoring the budgets of their local fundraising group and managing donations following fundraising activities.
With full training provided along with uniform, expenses paid and a key contact at Guide Dogs, you can truly make the role your own and become a valuable member of the Guide Dogs family.
Would you feel confident managing the finances for your local fundraising group? Yes? Then we need your help!
All across the country Guide Dogs work tirelessly to ensure that the service user comes first and we are enabled to do that through the hard work and dedication of our Fundraising groups spread across the UK.
We need someone to take the lead on monitoring the budgets of their local fundraising group and managing donations following fundraising activities.
With full training provided along with uniform, expenses paid and a key contact at Guide Dogs, you can truly make the role your own and become a valuable member of the Guide Dogs family.
Have you got what it takes to take the lead on your very own fundraising group? Yes then at Guide Dogs we need you!
All across the country Guide Dogs work tirelessly to ensure that the service user comes first and we are enabled to do that through the hard work and dedication of our Fundraising groups spread across the UK.
We need someone to take the lead on fundraising activities and manage a group of fundraisers. With full training provided along with uniform, expenses paid and a key contact at Guide Dogs, you can truly make the role your own and become a valuable member of the Guide Dogs family.
Have you got what it takes to take the lead on your very own fundraising group? Yes then at Guide Dogs we need you!
All across the country Guide Dogs work tirelessly to ensure that the service user comes first and we are enabled to do that through the hard work and dedication of our Fundraising groups spread across the UK.
We need someone to take the lead on fundraising activities and manage a group of fundraisers. With full training provided along with uniform, expenses paid and a key contact at Guide Dogs, you can truly make the role your own and become a valuable member of the Guide Dogs family.
As Part Of The Angus Council October Holiday Programme , We Are Looking For Additional Volunteers During The Angus School Holidays (October 2023)
Friockheim Park Community Volunteers Are Offering Stay & Play Sessions
At All These Sessions We Will Be Providing Hot/Cold Drinks & Basic Refreshments To Both Children & Adults.
You Will Be Part Of A Team Of Volunteers Running Each Session Which Will Be Held On A Variety Of Days Throughout The Holidays,
An Enhanced PVG Will Be Required For This Role.
Please See Below Sections With More Information.
We Look Forward To Hearing From You Soon.
Friockheim Park Community Volunteers Have Been Successful In Getting Trees From The Woodland Trust For Planting In & Around Friockheim:
Small Hedge (30 saplings)
Medium Wildlife (105 saplings)
Large Wildlife (420 saplings)
This Will Be A Massive Undertaking & Require Some Extra Help Planting All These Trees!
Tree Delivery Will Be In November 2023, Planting Will Take Place Between Then & March.
- Willing to participate in activities and learn about new cultures?
- Ready to create social change and improve peoples lives?
No matter where you are in Scotland, you have access to training and learning opportunities abroad that can help you gain skills, boost confidence, and earn qualifications.
Our organisation offers multiple trips throughout the year, with mentors available to provide support. We partner with other organizations to offer placements in Ghana, Romania, and potentially Eastern European countries, each with a unique set of activities and tasks that focus on developing various skills.
We offer shorter 3 to 4 day trips for young people, aged 16-30, as well as longer trips of 2 to 3 weeks for anyone over 16.
An exciting and great opportunity to help and make a difference.
For more information please contact Megan Beattie, Project Delivery Lead at email: start@standinternational.org or telephone: 0131 659 9943.
Further information is also available at: https://www.standinternational.org/